Travel Information
About Brighton
More than a seaside, more than the city, the mix is more than double the fun. Nestling between the South Downs and the sea on the stunning south coast Brighton is fashionable, funky and loaded with style and has everything you could want – a royal palace, elegant Regency architecture, museum, laid back beach life and superb shopping.
Don’t miss the Royal Pavilion the home of King George IV and probably the most exotic, extravagant royal palace in Europe. Stroll along the Victorian Pier and the beachfront, where stylish bars and cafes spill out onto curved paving, jostling for space with surfer shops, giant sculptures, buskers, fresh fish and artists studios.
For shopping try The Lanes, smart and chic, and the bohemian North Lane. Both are good for antiques and designer clothes. Brighton and
Hove also boasts over 400 restaurants offering food from around the world.
More information
Brighton Tourist Information Centre
Brighton and Hove City Council
Getting to and around Brighton
By Foot
The city is very compact and most places are within walking distance. Brighton rail station is only 10 minutes from the city centre
and the sea is a stone’s throw from the city’s main attractions, shops, eateries and entertainment.
Car
Journey time by car from central London is about two hours on the M23 / A23. There is good access to the rest of the country
via the M23 / M25 London Orbital.
Like other historic and compact cities, parking right in the heart of the city is at a premium. If you decide to bring your car into
Brighton, there’s no need to drive right into the city centre.
City centre park and NCP car parks
Taxi
There are plenty of taxis and taxi ranks in the city centre. You’ll find the main ones at the railway station, East Street, Queen’s Square and
Hove Town Hall. You can also hail taxis in the street – they’re available 24 hours a day.
Alternatively if you want to pre-book a taxi then why not try one of these two taxi companies:
City Cabs – Tel No: 01273 205 205
Streamline Taxis – Tel No: 01273 747 474
Coach
National Express Coaches run services from London and other major towns and cities around the UK. For more information
call National Express on +44 (0) 990 808080 or visit www.nationalexpress.com
Air
London Gatwick Airport – by car, coach or taxi is 28 miles (40 minutes) from central Brighton via M23 / A23. There is a National
Express coach service every hour from the airport terminal. Trains, direct express service taking 30 minutes
Gatwick Airport
Gatwick Switchboard +44 0) 870 000 2468
Rail
Brighton is well connected to the rest of the UK by an extensive rail network. Visit the National Rail site for more information
