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"Best for Kids in Brighton" Gecreëerd door : Cityseeker 16 Locaties in uw favorieten Sea Life Brighton "Modern Attraction in Victorian Aquarium" More than 40 fascinating displays, from shrimp to sharks and octopus to eels, are housed in a magnificent Victorian aquarium. Sea Life Brighton also boasts England's longest walk-through underwater observation tunnel. Youngsters can enjoy close encounters with various species in the touch pools, while all the family can sit at the edge of a diving hatch to by Jay Gooby hear the story of Captain Nemo and the Nautilus. Full program of feeding demonstrations and a captivating collection of seahorses, one of the ocean's most fragile and endangered species. +44 871 423 2110 www.sealifeeurope.com/lo brightonsealifecentre@mer Marine Parade, Brighton cal/index.php?loc=brighton linentertainments.biz Brighton Wheel "Sky Voyage" Also known as the Wheel of Excellence and Brighton O, this Ferris wheel on Brighton’s seafront has been giving visitors circular, panoramic views of the region’s coastline since 2011. Tours guarantee at least three full rotations, and take air-conditioned capsules 50 meters (164 feet) above sea-level. Visitors can also book wine and champagne service, VIP by Jvhertum “experiences”, and private wheel trips. +44 1273 722 822 www.brightonwheel.com/ Brighton Wheel, Daltons Bastion Madeira Drive, Brighton Brighton Pier "Historic Ocean Pier" Opened just one year before the turn of the 20th century, Brighton Pier is the only pier in the city that remains operational to this day. It was the vision of architect R St George Moore and quickly garnered attention as one of the top attractions in Brighton. Not much has changed in the way of its popularity, and visitors continue to flock to the pier for its by Karen Roe rollercoasters, trampolines, carousel, and other thrilling activities. The perfect locale for a fun-filled family day, Brighton Pier also offers seasonal attractions like a haunted house, as well as exciting special events from time to time. A bite at any of the onsite restaurants rounds out the perfect Brighton Pier experience. +44 1273 60 9361 www.brightonpier.co.uk/ Madeira Drive, Brighton by fsse8info Komedia "Laugh Your Head Off" Komedia is a popular haunt that presents comedy, theater, workshops and live music. The Krater Comedy Club takes place every Saturday and Sunday evening and presents a line-up of established and new comedians. There are two shows on Saturday, the later one is always a bit more raucous, but either is always a great night out. More informal performances are presented on Sunday. Komedia has also been presenting programming for children for over 20 years. +44 845 293 8480 (Tickets) www.komedia.co.uk/brigh [email protected] 44-47 Gardner Street, ton/ Brighton Dave's Comics "Comics and Paperbacks" This small shop is divided into typical domains with horror and war titles running the length of the left-hand side and romantic novels, contemporary American novels and children's books shelved to the right. Children's books are especially good for early learners and can be bought for a very small amount. Superman, Star Trek and Manga cartoon strip by Waldemar Brandt on comics are well kept in plastic covers. Toys include Star Wars models and Unsplash Pokemon cards, which are sold separately. There are good cookery books and coffee table hardbacks and a table piled high of bargain buys. +44 1273 69 1012 www.davescomics.co.uk/ [email protected] 5 Sydney Street, Brighton Queens Park "Family Park" This is the closest park to the city center and also the most picturesque and offering the widest variety of attractions - including open-air performances of Shakespeare plays in the summer. There is also an excellent children's play area, a cafe, tennis courts and a well-designed small lake, complete with ducks waiting to be fed. It is all landscaped with by Jem Stone gentle hills and magnificent trees. It is a bit of a climb to get here from central Brighton though, so be warned. +44 1273 29 2929 (City Park www.brighton-hove.gov.u parks@brighton- South Avenue, Brighton Council) k/index.cfm?request=c1001 hove.gov.uk 369 Volks Railway "Britain's First Electric Railway" Built and opened in 1883 by local inventor Magnus Volk, this was the first public electric railway in the UK. It runs from Brighton Pier to Black Rock, near Brighton Marina, considerably more than its original quarter-mile journey. The track is right next to the beach and it is a lovely little ride along the seafront in open-sided carriages. A long running and ever by Sunil060902 popular attraction. +44 1273 29 2718 www.volkselectricrailway.co.uk/ 285 Madeira Drive, Brighton by Elsie esq. Brighton Toy and Model Museum "Child’s Play" Bring back beautiful memories of your childhood when you visit the Brighton Toy and Model Museum. This one of its kind museum houses various toys and two operational model railway layouts. Found in 1991, the museum is a prized tourist attraction and is home to period pieces from various manufacturers including Bing, Dinky, Bassett-Lowke, Meccano, Steiff and more. Visitors can also see the beautiful radio-controlled aircraft, antique toys and model train sets. The museum is also known to host many exhibitions. +44 1273 74 9494 www.brightontoymuseum. info@brightontoymuseum. 52-55 Trafalgar Street, co.uk/ co.uk Brighton The Level "Park and Recreation in Brighton" An open, green space in Brighton, perfect for playing sports with friends, relaxing outside, or attending festivals and events held there. The Level is also home to a very popular skatepark, so there's always people trying out new tricks. This park and open space is very popular on nice days, full of people of all ages enjoying the outdoors. by Dominic Alves +44 1273 29 2929 www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/content/ 37 Ditchling Road, Brighton leisure-and-libraries/parks-and- green-spaces/level Duke of York's Picturehouse Brighton "The UK's Oldest Picture House" The Duke of York's Cinema is Britain's oldest repertory cinema. An easy find, you cannot miss the sculpture of a woman's striped stockinged legs kicking up a fuss on top of the roof! This cinema is renowned for showing the smaller, low budget movies with a conscience. The theater often hosts by Loz Flowers film seasons featuring screenings of films by a particular director or country. +44 871 902 5728 [email protected] Preston Circus, Brighton St. Ann's Well Gardens "Park Yourself on a Bench" Near the Seven Dials area, St. Ann's Well Gardens have played host to hundreds of people for many years. They are popular with locals, especially those who enjoy tennis or bowls, as there is something for all ages here. In the wooded area near Furze Hill, there is a well-equipped playground. The Brocke Scented Garden for the Blind is so called due to by Miles Sabin the beautiful flowers. The cafe serves coffee, teas, soft drinks, snacks, fruit, cakes and ices. One may eat inside, although surroundings are fairly basic. In good weather sit outside and catch the sun. +44 1273 73 5187 stannswellgardens.co.uk/ stannswellgardens@btinter Somerhill Road, Hove default.aspx net.com by The Voice of Hassocks Booth Museum of Natural History "Natural Wonders" Find over half a million insects and animals, 50,000 fossils, minerals and rocks, 30,000 plants and 11,000 books and maps dating back over three centuries at the Booth Museum of Natural History. The creation of ornithologist Edward Booth, it houses his collection of British birds displayed in recreated natural settings, together with butterflies and beetles, fossil fish and dinosaur bones. A must for the whole family. There is a small shop selling books and small gifts. +44 3000 29 0900 www.brighton-hove-rpml. visitor.services@brighton- 194 Dyke Road, Brighton org.uk/Museums/boothmu hove.gov.uk seum/Pages/home.aspx Cineworld Brighton "Movies and Fun" This cineplex has eight screens for your viewing pleasure. Get engrossed in the world of the movies. For a more enjoyable experience, sit back and relax with popcorn and a soda from the refreshment stand. by Alex +44 Litvin 871 200on Unsplash 2000 (Tickets) on Merchants Quey, Brighton Unsplash Hove Museum and Art Gallery "20th Century Art Housed in Victorian Villa" Housed in an important Victorian villa, Hove Museum and Art Gallery contains a fine collection of 20th century paintings and drawings, decorative art and the South East Arts collection of contemporary craft. It also houses the Hove to Hollywood film collection and the Childhood Room packed with toys, dolls and other childhood memorabilia. There is by Hassocks5489 an excellent cafe in the museum serving cakes and sandwiches for those overwhelmed by culture. +44 3000 29 0900 (Toll brightonmuseums.org.uk/ visitor.services@brighton- 19 New Church Road, Hove Free) hove/ hove.gov.uk Hove Park Miniature Railway "Hidden Treasure in Hove Park" Operated since 1962 by the Brighton and Hove Society of Miniature Locomotive Engineers, this 2,000 foot steam locomotive railway is unknown to many local people. From its original straight, up and down track, it now runs a circular route around the north end of Hove Park, next to the British Engineerium. As its run by enthusiasts and volunteers, the by Jvhertum Hove Park Miniature Railway only operates on the last Saturday of each month during the summer and on Bank Holidays. www.hoveparkrailway.co.uk/ The Droveway, Hove Bentley Wildfowl and Motor Museum "Heritage Estate With Natural Beauty" Bentley Wildfowl and Motor Museum has more than one feature for you to completely enjoy your experience here.