Location: Margate
Top Things to do in Margate
Things to do in Margate, England: The Best Sights & Landmarks
Margate is a seaside town in the district of Thanet in Kent, England. It lies 15 miles (24.1 km) north-east of Canterbury, on the coast along the North Foreland and contains the areas of Cliftonville, Garlinge, Palm Bay and Westbrook.
Restaurants in Margate
1. St Paul's Church, Cliftonville
2. The Shell Grotto
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,231 reviews
Pre-booking essential. The Shell Grotto is one of the world’s most mysterious places: a series of underground rooms and passageways covered by 2000sqft of exquisite mosaic created with 4.6 million shells. Discovered in 1835, nobody knows who created it, when, or why. “The grotto is simultaneously haunting and homely. It could be a lost pagan shrine or have ‘A Present From Margate’ picked out in the shells - it wouldn’t matter. It’s still magical, mysterious and (once it’s in your head) impossible to forget.” Far From the Sodding Crowd: More Uncommonly British Days Out, Penguin Books.
Reviewed By Choxbird - Norfolk, United Kingdom
This is only a very small attraction but well worth a visit .. Had to prebook ticket due to the Covid-19 situation ... Amazing and mysterious display of shells lining a tunnel and underground room .. Friendly staff and nice gift shop .. Well worth a visit when in Margate :-)
3. Margate Tudor House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 159 reviews
The Tudor house in Margate, thought to be one of the oldest of its kind in Kent, was open to the public on selected dates during the 2006 summer season.Situated in King Street, it was built around 1525 and is typical of many houses of that period. It’s believed that the Tudor House would have been one of the largest buildings in Thanet and would probably have belonged to a wealthy yeoman farmer. At the time of building, it would have stood close to the bank of the stream which ran down Dane Valley and entered the sea where Margate Harbour now is.The oldest deed can be traced back to 1802, when the Tudor House was a farmhouse owned by Francis Cobb. In 1815, the building was converted into three cottages and the lower part of the exterior of the Tudor House was plastered over, while inside the oak panelling was covered with wallpaper and the beams were plastered over.During the Second World War, the roof was damaged and vibration from bombs led to it tilting forwards. In 1951, restoration work started to return the house to its former glory, when the panelling was completely restored and the windows and doorframes were re-situated.
Reviewed By kaaate7 - Liverpool, United Kingdom
We visited the Tudor house, not realising it was actually closed to the public at the time. The door was open so we went in and nearly scared the life out of Cliff, the volunteer who was practicing Tudor compositions on the keyboard. Fortunately, he was kind enough to give us a tour around the house and was really knowledgeable and passionate about its origins and the background to Tudor life there. He played some music of the period for us and showed us the fantastic replica costumes that have been lovingly handmade upstairs. It's clear that the volunteers here work hard to make the house interesting and informative for kids too and it's a great way for them to learn about the times. It's fantastic that such a house has been so well preserved. We really enjoyed our visit. A big thank you!
4. Draper's Windmill
5. Margate Cemetery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By Enka29
Was able to add some more history to family tree today, sad but nice too. Not exactly a day trip but very poignant
6. Margate Caves
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 62 reviews
Currently closed within government guidelines. A subterranean adventure awaits at the Margate Caves. The Caves have a varied past; from chalk mine to rich mans folly and Victorian tourist attraction. What will you discover at the Caves?
Reviewed By andyayres8 - Northampton, United Kingdom
We really loved this place. It’s a quirky little hidey hole in every sense. It’s a pleasant way to while away a few hours. It’s not too difficult to get around and the history behind it is very interesting. Afterwards it’s well worth a sit down in the cafe for a coffee and amazing cakes. There are other very tasty food items but the cakes are fantastic.
7. Margate Old Town
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 668 reviews
Reviewed By maidstoneminx - Southampton, United Kingdom
Not everything is open but possibly more places open at the weekend? Very clean, gentrification with vegan cafes, galleries and retro/ vintage clothes. Antiques and bric a brac too. Superb old school jeweller near the square and Margate museum.
8. Margate Harbour Arm
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 153 reviews
Reviewed By 662graemec - Broadstairs, United Kingdom
If you're walking or cycling the Viking Trail anywhere between Reculver and Broadstairs, the Harbour Arms mini-pub makes an ideal stop off point for a beer or a coffee. Wonderful sea views across the harbour to the main sands and Dreamland.
9. The Community Pharmacy Gallery
10. St John's Church
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