Top Things to do in East Sussex
10 Things to do in East Sussex That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in East Sussex, United Kingdom including Glyndebourne, Beachy Head, North Laine, The Lanes, Royal Pavilion, Cuckoo Trail, Rye Harbour Nature Reserve, Old Town Hastings, Brighton Beach, British Airways i360.
Restaurants in East Sussex
1. Glyndebourne
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 421 reviews
Backstage tours are available from November to March. The summer Festival runs from May to August. The autumn Tour runs through October before taking the productions to venues across the UK.
Reviewed By 15traveladdict9 - Horsham, United Kingdom
What an amazing experience. The tour was both informative and unbelievably interesting. We learnt about the history of the theatre. We visited the stage, behind the stage, rehearsal areas, the new prop assembly area, the green room and the auditorium. At the end you had a very clear idea of the effort and hard work put in to deliver a performance. A truly enjoyable morning out.
2. Beachy Head
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,042 reviews
Reviewed By nurseclair
Beautiful scenery blue skies white chalk cliffs the lighthouse Well worth a visit with your walking boots and four legged companion to take a stroll along the cliff tops. I loved it wish I’d had longer
3. North Laine
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,956 reviews
Reviewed By lottieg2021 - Haywards Heath, United Kingdom
The laines are a unique experience to Brighton, you can find everything from fudge to vintage clothing to jewellery; one of my favourite things about Brighton and I love that it’s full of local independent businesses
4. The Lanes
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 6,137 reviews
This area is home to an eclectic mix of shops and restaurants.
Reviewed By Good_Partner - Sydney, Australia
Unlike walking through the high streets for window shopping, this area provides visitors more fun as shops are close and lanes are narrow only one person can pass through at a time in many occasions, so the excitement is high. It's not a small maze to most unless you are familiar with each lane and corner by identifying the shops and benchmarks. Without visiting The Lanes, your trip to Brighton is not complete.
5. Royal Pavilion
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8,133 reviews
The Royal Pavilion is an exotic palace in the centre of Brighton with a colourful history. Built as a seaside pleasure palace for King George IV, this historic house mixes Regency grandeur with the visual style of India and China. A Prince's Treasure - A spectacular loan from Her Majesty The Queen is currently on display at the Royal Pavilion until Autumn 2021. The culmination of a collaborative venture between Royal Collection Trust and the Royal Pavilion & Museums, over 120 remarkable decorative works of art that were originally commissioned by the Prince Regent, have been relocated from Buckingham Palace and re-united in their previous setting of the Royal Pavilion.
Reviewed By 596petev - East Sussex, United Kingdom
This place never disappoints Quirky magnificence Always take visiting friends here and even though been many times there is always something new to see as restoration is a continual work in progress I love the dining room dragon and peacocks totally unique xxxx
6. Cuckoo Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 65 reviews
Reviewed By Mamma1703 - Heathfield, United Kingdom
I use this to walk to the high street, so lovely and relaxing and no cars going by. Very friendly people and people walking their dogs. Very occasionally you see a horse but it often.
7. Rye Harbour Nature Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 910 reviews
A coastal nature reserve with 5 birdwatching hides and miles of footpaths to explore. Habitats include saltmarsh, shingle, saline lagoons, grazing marsh and reedbed. Visit at any time of year to see a range of birds, plants and other animals, including many that are rare. Find out more by visiting the website. IDEAL FOR VISITING BY TRAIN TO RYE. GREAT PLACE FOR WHEELCHAIR USERS AND MOBILITY SCOOTERS. PLEASE VISIT THE FOOD OUTLETS IN RYE HARBOUR VILLAGE.
Reviewed By G8439DSadams - Battle, United Kingdom
I popped into the nature reserve where there is a lovely big free car park it is an excellent Walk Right up to the harbour mouth if you get time pop into the little gift shop reception they are very helpful a lovely day
8. Old Town Hastings
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,616 reviews
Reviewed By sheepygold
This olde world high street is lovely to stroll through with its interesting architecture and plentiful independent shops with many eateries. It has a charming atmosphere.
9. Brighton Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 4,533 reviews
Reviewed By RWL67 - Epsom, United Kingdom
Lovely Beach and lovely to walk uo and down, The views are fantastic and i would recommend everyone comes and visits. Its also lovely to get a hotel in Brighton and explore the town and city centre too.
10. British Airways i360
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 3,857 reviews
British Airways i360 is back open and has been accredited with Visit England’s ‘We’re Good to Go’ mark! Escape to the skies to see Brighton and the beautiful South Coast on board British Airways i360, safe in the knowledge they are following Government and industry COVID-19 guidelines. Glide up gently to 138 metres in the futuristic glass viewing pod, conceived and designed by Marks Barfield Architects, creators of the London Eye, and admire 360-degree views across Brighton, the South Downs and, on the clearest days, all the way to the Isle of Wight. Visitors can also enjoy the Nyetimber Sky Bar, an exhibition on how BA i360 was built and beachside shop for beautiful and useful gifts. There are also three outside spaces where guests can enjoy distance dining and drinking: West Beach Bar & Kitchen, West Beach Cafe, and beach huts for street food takeaway. Know Before You Go: Check out all the steps BA i360 are taking to welcome you back on board
Reviewed By TILLYFARLAR
As we were travelling quite a distance we timed our visit for a sunny day. This BA i 360 pod glides about 500' up a tower for pretty impressive views. Its situated on the old entrance to the now destroyed old pier and is a dominant feature on the Brighton seafront. We didnt have many people joining us so there was plenty of seating in the waiting area and we were through very quickly to 'board' complete with our BA flight tickets :-). Very smooth ride with plenty of chances to view from all angles, only thing is that the sun glare and curvature of the windows does nothing for any decent photos, but the experience is fun. You can see the Seven Sisters way in the distance. It would be helpful if, like the London Eye, small notices were placed around the rim of the pod so visitors could spot buildings a bit more easily - would have thought this was pretty obvious. Drinks were very expensive but they have a captive audience out for a fun time. We are very pleased to have made this trip and would recommend going - £16 each is pretty steep really and they do not have concessions which is surprising too. Think its cheaper online.
