Top 10 Things To Do And See In And Around Kemptown Brighton

The Kemptown area extending along the coast in the East of Brighton is a small community that takes its name from Thomas Read Kemp’s residential estate of the early 19th century. Most of the houses in this area are of the Regency style, with a few examples of Victorian and modern architecture. The center of Brighton is located west of this area historically known as the artists’ district, which is now home to a large gay community and boasts a lively scene of restaurants, pubs, hotels and shops. We highlight the best things to see and do in Kemptown and the surrounding area.

Brighton City Walks

Brighton’s 90 minutes traditional city walking tour is another great way to get to know the beautiful seaside town. The tour takes visitors to all the major highlights of Brighton and also some hidden gems. Brighton City Walks‘ experienced and knowledgeable tour guides will happily share their local knowledge with visitors. The tours start at Brighton Pier, if you want to join them, call +447941 256148 or visit their website.

Artists Open Houses

Art and culture are essential aspects of Brighton’s identity. If you walk along St James’ street and the streets nearby you’ll be able to admire an array of paintings, sculptures, crafts, and antique shops. Aside from walking around discovering the different creative outlets, watch out for the Artists’ Open Houses initiative. Many artists in the area take part in the Artists Open Houses festival which is held twice a year, during May and for three weekends in November and December.