Things To Do Around West Sussex
DAY TRIPS IN & AROUND WEST SUSSEX
There are many varied and interesting places to visit and sights to see around West Sussex and it is ideally situated to be within easy reach of many major towns and cities. Portsmouth, Southampton, Winchester, Brighton and London are all within easy driving, train or bus journey distance.
Portsmouth
Portsmouth is an interesting mix of the old and new. From cobbled streets to the ultra modern, 170 metre high, Spinnaker Tower, Portsmouth is sure to have a point of interest for everyone. The Historic Dockyard in Portsmouth is home to Nelson's flagship, HMS Victory and also to the Mary Rose. If maritime history is of no interest to you Gunwharf Quays, at Portsmouth Harbour has a collection of over 85 designer outlet stores, specialty shops, restaurants, bistros and bars. The Spinnaker Tower is open daily at a cost of £6.20 for adults and £5.00 for children. Family passes, allowing two adults and two children access to the Spinnaker Tower are available at a cost of £21. The tower affords excellent panoramic views over the Solent, Isle of Wight and the south coast of England and on View Deck can be found one of the largest glass floors in Europe.
Brighton
Brighton is a fun city which seems to be perpetually in holiday mode. A fascinating city with it's mix of vibrant youth culture, stunning architecture, specialty shopping and a wide range of restaurants catering to every taste including a large selection of Vegan and Vegetarian restaurants. Shoppers will love The Laines with it's diverse range of individual shops, pubs and restaurants. If architecture is of interest then The Royal Pavillion is a must. A stunning building which was originally built as a palace for the Prince Regent but is more suited to the Middle East with it's minarets and domed towers. Along with the aforementioned attractions there is Brighton Pier with it's funfair, amusements and restaurants, a pebbled beach awash with stalls. There are also parks and colourful gardens to spend a leisurely day and to round of the day the city has a lively night scene. Parking is extremely difficult and stressful in Brighton but the railway station is more or less right in the heart of the activities, however, if you do want to take your car it would be advisable to park on the perimeter of Brighton or in Hove and use public transport