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Cutting back on costs doesn't mean reducing the fun as there are plenty of budget-friendly, and even free, things to do.
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A trip to Brighton needn’t break the bank, there are places to stay to suit all budgets although, if possible, we recommend visiting mid-week to grab the best deals. Smaller budgets can still have big fun whether it’s a treasure hunt, turning your world upside-down, catching a star of tomorrow or a picnic in the park you don’t need to splash the cash to experience Brighton.
Day 1 Day 2 Day 3
Day 1
Hunt out a bargain
1. Curious as a Black Cat
Suggested time at location: 2 hours
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If you think you know Brighton, then put your knowledge to the test! Black Cat Treasure Hunts offers a range of downloadable treasure hunts starting from just £2. These are a fun way to see more of the city and to see who the biggest Brighton buff is.
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Black Cat: The Lanes Treasure Hunt - North Laine Street Art - See on map
Walking: 11 mins
Public transport: 11 mins
2. The city is an art gallery
Suggested time at location: 2 hours
Brighton & Hove has earned itself an international reputation over the last few years for its stunning and original street art dotted around the city. Simply wander the North Laine and each time you turn a corner you are bound to stumble upon another fantastic piece of artwork from the music mural of the Prince Albert to the latest pop culture reference from The Postman and everything in between!
Find out more about Street Art in Brighton
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Street Art - Snooper's Paradise - See on map
Walking: 4 mins
3. Livin’ in a Snooper’s Paradise
Suggested time at location: 1 hour
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Snooper’s Paradise is an indoor market where you never know what you will find next. It could be a toy from your childhood, a classic ceramic, an iconic record or something so bizarre and kitsch that now you’ve seen it you have to have it! Beware you may lose hours in this treasure trove, but you’ll love it when you come out with a bargain.
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Snooper's Paradise - The Hope & Ruin - See on map
Walking: 7 mins
4. A Ray of Hope
Suggested time at location: 2 hours
Brighton is the best place to catch the next act to take the live music scene by storm. The Hope & Ruin is one of the main grassroots venues and a lot of the gigs are either free or just £5 a ticket so a great night out needn’t involve dynamic pricing.
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The Hope & Ruin - IBIS - See on map
Walking: 5 mins
5. Bliss at the IBIS
Suggested time at location: Overnight
Don’t worry if you have been dancing the night away as your feet won’t have far to go before you can collapse into a comfy bed at this budget-friendly hotel which is conveniently located by Brighton Station.
Find out more about ibis Brighton City Centre
Day 2
I do like to be beside the seaside
1. Stroll along the prom...
Travel between ibis Brighton - Hove Beach Huts - See on map
Suggested time at location: 1 hour
Brighton is a city-by-the-sea, and nothing beats the simple pleasure of a stroll along the promenade, inhaling the fresh sea-air and soaking up the bustling atmosphere. Although if your feet are still tired from the gig last night, then why not revive them with a paddle in the salty sea?
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Hove Seafront - Upside Down House - See on map
Walking: 16 min
Public transport: 14 mins
2. Turn your world Upside Down
Suggested time at location: 1.5 hours
In this quirky house on the seafront all is not as it seems – prepare for your world to be turned upside down! You’ll soon be dancing on the ceiling; just be careful you don’t come back to earth with a bump.
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Upside Down House - Rampion Visitor Centre - See on map
Walking: 3 mins
3. Run Along to Rampion
Suggested time at location: 30 minutes
When you gaze out to sea, you’ll see the impressive Rampion Wind Farm but what’s it all about? Head to the visitor centre to find out more electricity and climate change as well as experiencing a virtual reality visit to the wind farm itself.
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Rampion Visitor Centre - Brighton Fishing Museum - See on map
Walking: 8 mins
4. Fishing for Facts
Suggested time at location: 1 hour
The Brighton Fishing Museum brings our maritime heritage to life with artwork, artefacts and audio clips of fishermen talking and singing about what the sea means to them. Allowing you to step back to a time when Brighton was the quiet fishing village of Brighthelmstone.
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Brighton Fishing Museum - Brighton Music Hall - See on map
Walking: 5 mins
5. Songs by the Sea
Suggested time at location: 3 hours
When you’re spending the day on the beach, all that fresh sea air is bound to make you hungry so head to Brighton Music Hall for some classic fish ‘n’ chips or perhaps a burger or hot dog. As well as soaking up the sea view you can enjoy beach vibes with free live music, all day, every day.
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Brighton Music Hall - a&o - See on map
Walking: 10 mins
6. R&R at a&o
Suggested time at location: Overnight
This impressive building on the Old Steine once accommodated royalty as Queen Adelaide and King William IV stayed at was then the Royal York Hotel. Today the a&o hostel is a budget-friendly base with options including private rooms as well as shared dorms.
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Day 3
Head Up to the Downs
1. Glo crazy for golf
Travel between - a&o hostel - Globalls - See on map
Suggested time at location: 2 hours
Globalls at Brighton Marina makes crazy golf even crazier with neon glow-in-the-dark dinosaurs, sea creatures and exotic animals. Or why not try your hand at the Carnival Games, discover how low you can go at the limbo then test your luck at plucking ducks.
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Globalls - South Downs National Park - See on map
Public transport: 1 hr 56 mins
2. Escape to the Downs
Suggested time at location: 1 hour
Brighton is surrounded by both blue and green space as we are sandwiched between the coast and the countryside so escape the city and reconnect with nature with a reviving ramble in the South Downs National Park.
Find out more about the South Downs National Park
Don't forget when planning your trip to Brighton, our website is full of ideas of Things to Do, Places to Stay, Where to Eat, Drink & Shop as well as the latest What's On listings.
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