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Things to do in The Lanes

Our most recommended things to do in The Lanes

From London: Brighton & Seven Sisters Small-Group Tour

1. From London: Brighton & Seven Sisters Small-Group Tour

Leave the city crowds behind and indulge in a relaxing experience through the southeastern coast of England. Drive out of London and into lush beachside landscapes on a scenic route. Visit the famous Seven Sisters cliffs, then enjoy plenty of free time in the picturesque town of Brighton. Begin the day by departing London and traveling through the beautiful scenery of South Downs National Park. Make a stop in Alfriston, one of the prettiest villages in the region, before arriving at the seaside to visit one of the most recognizable sights of Britain’s coastline: the Seven Sisters. Admire a stunning sequence of seven undulating chalk cliffs. Absorb the breathtaking sea views, take a bracing walk along the coastal path, and stop for incredible photo opportunities along the way. Get back on the road on the way to Brighton. Reach the charming town by early afternoon and have some free time to explore. Wander along The Lanes, a collection of quirky narrow streets home to a variety of shopping and eateries. Grab a bite or head over to the famous Royal Pavilion, once the exotic seaside residence of King George IV. Take a relaxing stroll along the waterfront to unwind after a long day and discover the vibrant Palace Pier. Finally, get back on board for the return trip to London.

Brighton: Guided Chocolate Tour with tastings

2. Brighton: Guided Chocolate Tour with tastings

Do you love chocolate? Are you in the mood to let those endorphins flow? Then this is undoubtedly the tour for you! Our Brighton Chocolate Extravaganza is designed to pamper your taste buds and leave you on a high! This is a combination of sightseeing and chocolate tasting. As you explore our city's most famous landmarks and areas such as e.g. the North Laine, The Lanes, Brighton Dome, the Royal Pavilion or the Brighton Pier, you will also taste your way around Brighton's secret chocolate places. Whatever you can think of that relates to chocolate, it will most likely be on this tour :) And if you cannot get enough, we also have special discounts at some stores as part of the tour, so you can keep enjoying afterwards. We look forward to welcoming you on one of our sweetest tours. The meeting point is the entrance of St Bartholomew's Church (Ann Street) - just behind the station.

Brighton: Walking Food Tour (Vegan and Vegetarian options)

3. Brighton: Walking Food Tour (Vegan and Vegetarian options)

Explore Brighton's buzzing streets and alleyways filled with independent stores, bars, and restaurants and go on an adventure through our unique food scene, whilst you also discover some of the most iconic sights and areas. Be mesmerized when walking through the North Laine (a former slum area), the Lanes (where Brighton's oldest streets are), and gaze at the Brighton Pier, Royal Pavilion, the Dome (where Abba started their career) and so on. Brighton is known for being a bit different from other places, but in a good way! And this is also reflected in the choices of our taster stops. If you expect something "standard" that can be found anywhere else, this tour is not for you. But if you are open-minded and curious, we will spoil you and your senses with home cooked meals, vegan treats, award-winning tasters, hidden spots and above all some tasty food. We also have vegan and vegetarian options available. Just get in touch to let us know. Brighton is not like any other place, and this is what we want to reflect in our tours as well. We look forward to hosting you!

Brighton: Self-Guided City Sightseeing Treasure Hunt

4. Brighton: Self-Guided City Sightseeing Treasure Hunt

Embark on a self-guided treasure hunt for a fun and unique way to explore Brighton. Receive messages to a phone from Captain Bess, a snarky pirate who’s testing out new recruits to join her ship. Travel along Captain Bess's carefully designed route through the city. Follow the treasure maps to get to the right place, then try to decipher the clue. Search high and low for the answer and see hidden sights usually missed by tourists. Ask for a hint to continue the journey through the city if the clues get too tough. Start at the Indian Gate outside Pavilion Gardens and sneak through tiny twittens, Royal gardens, elaborate squares, and the bustling Lanes. Learn interesting facts and gear stories along the way about the sights on Bess's route and get a better understanding of the history of Brighton. Get ready to explore Brighton in a new way through this fun and interactive treasure hunt.

Brighton: Coastal Bike Tour to Rottingdean

5. Brighton: Coastal Bike Tour to Rottingdean

This 2.5 hour bike tour will take you from the vibrant heart of Brighton, along the seafront cycle path to the historic coastal village of Rottingdean, stopping along the way at a variety of sights. We will meet outside the Unitarian Church, on New Road in central Brighton. Here we will brief you, introduce you to fellow participants and equip you with a suitable bike and helmet (optional). We will then head out, stopping at: - The Royal Pavilion and it’s gardens - East Street & Quadrophenia Ally - The Palace Pier - iconic Victorian era structure - Volks Electric Railway - the oldest operational electric railway - Madeira Drive cycle path - Brighton Marina - Undercliff Path - a spectacular route right next to the sea, with white cliffs towering above you - Rottingdean village - the seaside village, famous for a history of smuggling and as the home of ‘The Jungle Book’ author Rudyard Kipling. Here there will be an opportunity to stop for refreshments at one of the many seafront pubs and cafes or explore the old village which includes Rudyard Kipling’s Garden. We will then cycle back to Brighton along the Undercliff Path and take in ‘The Lanes’ in the old part of the city before finishing back at New Road.

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What people are saying about The Lanes

Overall rating

4.5 / 5

based on 17 reviews

We had the such a great time on the chocolate tour, Hannah was the perfect guide. So friendly, great with the children and really knowledgeable about Brightons history. She appeared to have a great rapport with the people in the places we stopped at which was fantastic. The tour itself was just brilliant. Id recommend it to anyone with a sweet tooth or even as an interesting way to see the sights. Definitely a must do when visiting Brighton! Thanks again Hannah x

We had a really fun couple of hours - the clues were just the right level of difficulty for me and my teenage daughter. We got them all without asking for clues but some took longer than others. We also saw parts of Brighton we hadn’t otherwise seen and learnt some fun facts along the way

Couldn’t understand what to do after the first meet point Couldn’t understand the woman on the phone Doesn’t half hour texting s woman on what’s app Kids got bored So we just went to the beach Not user friendly Would. Not recommend

Really well thought out treasure hunt that helped us find places in Brighton that we wouldn’t have found ourselves.

Excellent tour don’t have breakfast before you go !! Loved it all Sophie was excellent