Family days out

Brighton is the perfect spot for a family staycation by the beach!

With Brighton Beach on our hotel’s doorstep and a range of budget-friendly family activities in Brighton and Hove, there’s something to keep everyone entertained.

Book in advance to save 10% on your stay. Just choose your room and make sure that your check-in date is more than 5 days from the time of booking.

Fun activities for families

Visit Sea Life Brighton

Experience the wonders of life under the sea at Sea Life Brighton! It’s the perfect family day in Brighton, set just off Brighton Beach and within walking distance from our hotel, Mercure Brighton.

Wander through the rainforest adventure zone, where you and your little ones can meet all kinds of unique creepy crawlies!

Then, explore the day and night ocean zone, the first of its kind in the UK. Watch coral reefs transform themselves during the day and night, discover the caves of the deep sea and meet a variety of marine life.

If you want to treat your kids to an even more special day out, you can also choose a VIP experience on the glass bottom boat, which offers a great educational and fun activity for everyone.

How far is Sea Life Brighton from Mercure Brighton Seafront, The Norfolk Hotel?

It’s approximately a 9-minute walk from our hotel and a 7-minute drive.

How much does it cost to visit Sea Life Brighton?

Standard Ticket £15

50% OFF Kids Tickets £9 online

Find out more about buying tickets online.

Stay at our hotel near Sea Life Brighton.

Enjoy a relaxing stay in our newly-refurbished hotel rooms at Mercure Brighton Seafront, The Norfolk Hotel.

Our family-friendly hotel has everything you need for a memorable trip or staycation in Brighton, including hotel rooms with a sea view.

If you need extra space, choose between our family rooms for up to 3 or 4 guests, or double and twin rooms. You can also request free extra beds or cots for your little ones – ask our team!

Alternatively, our privilege rooms or junior suite offer added luxury and scenic views of Brighton beach and the sea if you’re visiting Brighton with your partner.

You can also enjoy on-site dining and room service during your stay and parking at our hotel.

Discover The Upside Down House

Multiple locations nationwide, and in other parts of the world, including France, Germany and Australia.

Each location is unique, with its own identity. We ensure this is reflected in the houses people visit, by designing and decorating with a great sense of freedom. It then allows friends and families to have an even more fun, enjoyable experience as part of their day out. Upside Down House is proudly in partnership with Great Ormond Street Children’s Hospital.

TICKET PRICES
£7.95 Per person

4Minute Walk from The Mercure

Discover Brighton i360

Inside Out Observation Tower

The spacious glass viewing pod allows you to walk around and enjoy the views of the quirky city of Brighton, beautiful rolling South Downs National Park, the UNESCO Biosphere and, on the clearest days, all the way along the coast to the Isle of Wight

Prices Start from £18.50 online

3 Minute walk from The Mercure Brighton Hotel

Disover The Royal Pavilion

Royal Pavilion, former royal seaside retreat in BrightonSussexEngland, built in three stages between 1787 and 1822 in the Indo-Saracenic style then popular in India.

The Royal Pavilion was constructed as the seaside pleasure palace of King George IV. But it has seen many twists and turns throughout its long history.

 

Adult: £19

Child (age 5-18): £11.50

Children are welcome at the Royal Pavilion, but those under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a person aged over 16.

Family passes

1 adult with up to 4 children: £30.50

2 adults with up to 4 children: £49.50

Discover Brighton With a Sight Seeing Tour

Brighton is one of the south-coast’s most popular resorts, with something for all the family. Take a 1 or 2-day hop-on hop-off bus tour to discover the flavor of this city. The Brighton City Sightseeing Tour has a thoroughly entertaining commentary with fascinating facts and figures that even some of the locals don’t know.

  • Brighton Palace
  • Pier 2) Brighton i360
  • 3) Grand Avenue
  • 4) Hove, Palmeira Square
  • 5) Seven Dials
  • 6) Brighton Station
  • (Stop B)
  • 7) Clock Tower (Stop N)
  • 8) Royal Pavilion (Stop F)
  • 9) Pepper Pot
  • 10) Brighton Racecourse
  • 11) Brighton Marina
  • 12) Paston Place

 

£15 Ticket

Discover The Brighton Pier

Visit the biggest attraction in the South East, with free admission and rides for all ages. Enjoy the Palm Court Restaurant, the soft play area, the local residents card and more.

 

£1 entry

Discover Brighton Marina

Come drive here down the winding cliffside. Some walk down the beach. Some moor their boats in Britain’s largest marina and jump up on to our busy boardwalks. All come looking for something different. But all love our unique blend of sea air, street life and surprises around every corner.

Price: Free

Discover Brighton Zip

Their 30 metre tower boasts panoramic view of Brighton seafront, The Brighton pier, seven sisters and beyond.

Glide 300 metres along Brighton Beach!

 

From £18.00 pp

 

  • Brighton Zipline