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A mini guide to
North Laine & the Royal Pavilion: tips and FAQs
Local know-how and common questions
Local know-how
Tips for visiting
Start at the station
North Laine begins just south-east of Brighton station, so it is a natural first stop if you arrive by train.
Combine the Pavilion estate
The Royal Pavilion, Brighton Museum & Art Gallery and the Brighton Dome share one estate; the Dome is linked to the Pavilion by a tunnel.
Look for guided tours
Brighton & Hove Museums runs guided tours of the Royal Pavilion, including basement and tunnel tours in season. Check its website for dates.
Preston Manor is seasonal
Preston Manor opens for a season each year rather than all year round. Check the Brighton & Hove Museums website before you go.
Use the buses
Visit Brighton says most areas of the city are within a 15-minute bus ride of the centre and the beach, and every bus has disabled access.
Festivals
Festivals in Brighton & Hove
Dates come from the organisers' own websites. Check them before you book.
Brighton Festival
1 to 23 May 2027
Annual multi-arts festival, first held in 1967, with music, theatre, dance, circus, art, film, literature and family events.
Brighton Fringe
7 May to 6 June 2027
Open-access arts festival with hundreds of events in venues across the city.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is North Laine & the Royal Pavilion?
North Laine & the Royal Pavilion is in Brighton & Hove, England. The Royal Pavilion, the Dome and the independent streets between the station and the Old Steine. Nearby stops and stations include Brighton station, Brighton & Hove Buses.
How long do I need in North Laine & the Royal Pavilion?
A day, with the Pavilion and museum. Allow longer if you plan to eat out or visit several attractions.
What are the highlights?
Highlights include Royal Pavilion, Brighton Museum & Art Gallery, Brighton Dome. See the Things to do page for more.
How do I get there?
Nearby: Brighton station (Station managed by Southern); Brighton & Hove Buses (City bus network). The Getting there page links to the official timetables and journey planners.
Where can I eat and drink?
We list 31 places to eat and drink in and around North Laine & the Royal Pavilion, with filters to help you choose.
Where should I stay?
We list 1 hotels and other places to stay nearby. Check availability and prices with each property.
Is North Laine & the Royal Pavilion accessible?
Accessibility varies by street, building and venue. Check each attraction or operator’s access information before you travel.
While you are here
Things to see in North Laine & the Royal Pavilion
A few of the sights in the area. The Things to do page lists them all, with directions and official links.
Royal Pavilion
Seaside palace built in stages from 1787 for the Prince of Wales, later George IV, in an Indian-inspired style. Grade I listed, with gardens.
Brighton Museum & Art Gallery
Council-owned museum and art gallery in Pavilion Gardens, beside the Royal Pavilion, with permanent galleries and changing exhibitions.
Brighton Dome
Grade I listed arts venue on the Royal Pavilion estate, made up of the Concert Hall, the Corn Exchange and the Studio Theatre.
Brighton & Hove
More areas to explore
Kemptown
Regency crescents, Volk's Electric Railway, the aquarium and St James's Street east of the pier
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Hove
Regency squares, beach huts, Church Road and George Street west of the Peace Statue
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The Lanes & seafront
Narrow shopping lanes, the Palace Pier, the i360 and the pebble beach in the centre of Brighton
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- North Laine: Hassocks5489 at en.wikipedia, Public domain, source
- Royal Pavilion: Qmin, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
- Brighton Museum & Art Gallery: The Voice of Hassocks, Public domain, source
- Brighton Dome: The Voice of Hassocks, Public domain, source
- Kemptown: Hassocks5489, CC0, source
- Hove: DaHuzyBru, CC BY-SA 4.0, source
- The Lanes & seafront: Arild Vågen, CC BY-SA 4.0, source
Photos from Wikimedia Commons, used under the licences shown. All photo credits
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