Guidebook for Brighton
Shopping
Lots of jewellery shops in this area, plus other independent retailers.
439 locals recommend
The Lanes
Lots of jewellery shops in this area, plus other independent retailers.
North Laine Bazaar
5A Upper Gardner StLots of quiry shops and cafes
A gem of an artisan bakery just a 5 minute walk away. Everything is baked fresh. Their Chewy Brown sourdough and multi-cereal loaves are divine. And don't get me started on their tarts and 'bites' (a small spongy delight). They also do delicious, homemade lunch options and you can sit in at the large country kitchen table or take away.
66 locals recommend
Open Bakery Kemp Town
34 St George's RdA gem of an artisan bakery just a 5 minute walk away. Everything is baked fresh. Their Chewy Brown sourdough and multi-cereal loaves are divine. And don't get me started on their tarts and 'bites' (a small spongy delight). They also do delicious, homemade lunch options and you can sit in at the large country kitchen table or take away.
We're lucky to have an award-winning butcher right on our doorstep who knows the provenance of all his meat and is happy to share recipes to help you if you're feeling like being a little more adventurous with your selection.
They also have a cheese shop just to the left which is open Thurs-Sat only. Great little place.
15 locals recommend
bramptons butchers ltd brighton
114 St George's RdWe're lucky to have an award-winning butcher right on our doorstep who knows the provenance of all his meat and is happy to share recipes to help you if you're feeling like being a little more adventurous with your selection.
They also have a cheese shop just to the left which is open Thurs-Sat only. Great little place.
A little further on from the Coop is Ricci's, a local independent grocer's that selects a host of fresh, free-range and organic produce. No plastic bags here, so be sure to take a shopping bag with you.
Another one a little closer to the property is Seeds 'n' Sprouts, run by an old school friend of mine. Be sure to pop in and say hello to Paul!
9 locals recommend
Ricci's
Saint George's RoadA little further on from the Coop is Ricci's, a local independent grocer's that selects a host of fresh, free-range and organic produce. No plastic bags here, so be sure to take a shopping bag with you.
Another one a little closer to the property is Seeds 'n' Sprouts, run by an old school friend of mine. Be sure to pop in and say hello to Paul!
Arts & Culture
Royal Pavilion
Totally unique with is Indian exterior and Oriental interior.
Primarily a comedy club but always lots on offer here. Food is okay too.
280 locals recommend
Komedia Brighton
44-47 Gardner StPrimarily a comedy club but always lots on offer here. Food is okay too.
The Old Market
11A Upper Market StFringe theatre
Entertainment & Activities
Brighton Palace Pier
Madeira DriveIt just so cheesy, but good fun!
British Airways i360
Great views
Parks & Nature
Amazing views and great walks. Get the No. 77 bus from the city centre to get there!
132 locals recommend
The Devils Dyke
Devil's Dyke RoadAmazing views and great walks. Get the No. 77 bus from the city centre to get there!
Seven Sisters Country Park
East Dean RoadBeautiful location.
The South Downs Way is very long, running from Winchester to Eastbourne. For more info:
https://www.southdowns.gov.uk/enjoy/south-downs-way/
South Downs Way B and B
The StreetThe South Downs Way is very long, running from Winchester to Eastbourne. For more info:
https://www.southdowns.gov.uk/enjoy/south-downs-way/
Food Scene
Awesome breakfast!
Another good place is Marmalade - Fab food, fab cakes, and only a 5 minute walk n the opposite direction from the apartment - a real locals' place.
31 locals recommend
egg & spoon
107-108 St George's RdAwesome breakfast!
Another good place is Marmalade - Fab food, fab cakes, and only a 5 minute walk n the opposite direction from the apartment - a real locals' place.
Marwood Bar & Coffeehouse
52 Ship StA completely bonkers cafe with great cakes!
VIP Pizza Brighton
19 Old SteineItalians swear by it! But do book - it's always rammed!
Fantastic gastro pub in the heart of Kemptown village - you do need to book in advance!
92 locals recommend
The Ginger Dog
12 College PlaceFantastic gastro pub in the heart of Kemptown village - you do need to book in advance!
If you really want to splurge...this is one of many fine dining restaurants in Brighton. Must book in advance.
Gingerman At Drakes Restaurant
Marine ParadeIf you really want to splurge...this is one of many fine dining restaurants in Brighton. Must book in advance.
I've tasted a lot of cake in this city, but this is up there with the best! Fabulous cakes and tasty meals for breakfast and lunch, and only a 5 minute walk from the apartment - a real locals' place.
76 locals recommend
Marmalade
237 Eastern RdI've tasted a lot of cake in this city, but this is up there with the best! Fabulous cakes and tasty meals for breakfast and lunch, and only a 5 minute walk from the apartment - a real locals' place.
This is the 3rd location for a local brand, Cafe Rust. Situated in what was for many years an antique shop, a lot of what you see is for sale! They have a small but perfectly formed brunch menu and have regular specials, as well as a good selection of cakes that sell out fast!
17 locals recommend
Cafe Rust Kemptown
115 St George's RdThis is the 3rd location for a local brand, Cafe Rust. Situated in what was for many years an antique shop, a lot of what you see is for sale! They have a small but perfectly formed brunch menu and have regular specials, as well as a good selection of cakes that sell out fast!
A wonderfully quirky cafe/tea shop with a fabulous afternoon tea, delicious brunch/lunch options and so many different teas to try!
55 locals recommend
Metrodeco
38 Upper St James's StA wonderfully quirky cafe/tea shop with a fabulous afternoon tea, delicious brunch/lunch options and so many different teas to try!
Drinks & Nightlife
The best place for cocktails in Brighton - a little local secret!
107 locals recommend
The Plotting Parlour
6 Steine StThe best place for cocktails in Brighton - a little local secret!
Browns Brighton
3-4 Duke StNice location
Another quirky bar with great music and a heated outdoor area in New Road - great for people watching!
10 locals recommend
Mrs Fitzherbert's
25-26 New RdAnother quirky bar with great music and a heated outdoor area in New Road - great for people watching!
Lively bar with a fantastic beer garden - almost bigger than the inside of the pub! Heaters available. And within staggering distance!
41 locals recommend
The Sidewinder
65 Upper St James's StLively bar with a fantastic beer garden - almost bigger than the inside of the pub! Heaters available. And within staggering distance!
As its name implies, they ONLY serve gin....hundreds of them! You're better to book a table in advance as it's always busy. Love the telephones on the tables that you use to place your order at the bar and allows you to contact other tables should you wish! And you just need to jump on the No. 1 or 1a to take you nearly door-to-door.
88 locals recommend
The Gin Tub
16 Church RdAs its name implies, they ONLY serve gin....hundreds of them! You're better to book a table in advance as it's always busy. Love the telephones on the tables that you use to place your order at the bar and allows you to contact other tables should you wish! And you just need to jump on the No. 1 or 1a to take you nearly door-to-door.
Sightseeing
Beach, bars, restaurants, water sports, art studios, independent retailers, fish and chips....the list goes on!
6 locals recommend
Brighton Beachfront
Beach, bars, restaurants, water sports, art studios, independent retailers, fish and chips....the list goes on!
Great for a Sunday stroll along the beach - a couple of cafes and great for people watching!
74 locals recommend
Hove Lawns
KingswayGreat for a Sunday stroll along the beach - a couple of cafes and great for people watching!