Top 10 Hidden Gems Things to do in Brighton and Hove, England

Join our award winning tours, 'Experience of the Year 2019/20' (Tourism South East) and get to the heart of the Seven Sisters and South Downs. Small group tours (max 16) so you don't get lost in the crowd and our local guide can take you off the beaten track and show you the highlights many visitors miss.

Tours around the heart of Brighton, punctuated (naturally) with various ‘beer stops’, where we taste a range of lagers and ales. Learn about the history of beer and brewing in the city, from fishermens' inns to fashionable pump houses, and student hangouts to craft breweries.

Walking tours in Brighton by a qualified and accredited Blue Badge Tourist Guide. Only in Brighton! - the classic tour. A fun, fact-filled celebration of all that's peculiar to the city. Secrets of the Lanes - the history tour. Explore the atmospheric passageways of Brighton's old town. Piers and Queers - the LGBTQ+ tour. Two centuries of history from a queer perspective. Private and bespoke tours available.

Submerge yourself in its quirky, chilled out style by taking a guided bike tour around the city. View Brighton’s most iconic landmarks from a totally fun new angle, enjoy a smooth cycle ride between destinations. Take a refreshment break at the gorgeous Royal Pavilion Garden Cafe for tea and cake. Who could want for more? Royal Pavilion Palace, North Laine, The Lanes, Brighton Dome, Brighton Museum & Art Gallery, Brighton Beach, Brighton Pier, Volks railway, Theatre Royal Brighton, Preston Park, Brighton Wheel, Sealife Brighton, Preston Manor, Fishing Quarter, West Pier and more. Your ticket includes a fun, enthusiastic tour guide, bike and helmet. Tours are 2.5 hours long with a tea break in the middle and run twice a day, seven days a week at 10:30am-1pm and 2:30pm-5pm FREE Bike Hire provided with all our tours

Say hello to the new-look Quadrant, one of Brighton's oldest watering holes, newly taken over Feb 2020. We're a quirky little independent boozer, just down the hill from Brighton train station. We're potty about Brighton. We grew up here; it's why the scrumptious craft beer we stock is made around the corner by our friends at the Unbarred Brewery. We've also got great live music, comedy and craft workshops to entertain you upstairs.

Brighton Open Air Theatre (BOAT) is a 425 Capacity Open Air Theatre in Dyke Road Park, Brighton. With a season which runs from May to September each year, BOAT hosts a huge range of events including Theatre, Music, Comedy, Family, Circus and much more. Beautifully designed with tiered seating and surrounded by trees, the venue encourages visitors to bring cushions and picnics and offers a well stocked bar and warm welcome to all. The relaxed setting makes the theatre ideal for families and young children, whilst summer evenings provide an ideal opportunity for adults to relax with a drink and enjoy the high quality entertainment. Highlights of BOAT's season often include the world renowned Shakespeare's Globe on Tour, as well as touring productions from the likes of Folksy Theatre, Illyria, Changeling Theatre, Oddsocks Productions, Three Inch Fools, Chapterhouse Theatre Company and many more.

An immersive experience that challenges you and friends with a hilarious hour of solving clues to unravel the sticky story of Lady Chastity. This bold new game takes place in the depths of England's finest drinking establishments. Brighton's version of Lady Chastity's Reserve takes place in the World's End pub, large enough for teams of up to 6 people. Will your team win Chastity's fabled aphrodisiac wine? Hurry, she doesn't suffer idiots gladly.

Brighton Food Tours run a range of exciting food and drink tours that will give you a real "taste" of Brighton. All ours tours are "smorgasbord" events; giving you a little bit of everything; food, drink, local history, lovely guides and a great day out. On our VIB (Very Independent Brighton) tour you will get everything from street food, traditional British dishes and a touch of the gourmet. The tour runs Fridays & Saturdays - 11am – 2pm approx - starting in central Brighton & finishing near the seafront. We also run a Wine Rebellion Tour, Beer & Food Matching Tour & Kemptown Food Tour (check website for details & dates). We can arrange private tours for a minimum of 8 people and tailor it to your requirements. VIB Price: £55pp & Private Tours start at £60pp– Prices inc. all food & drink tastings + exclusive discounts. Advance booking essential. Check our website for full details.

Bewilder Box is an immersive team game like no other! Work together to solve puzzles and take part in an immersive story.