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Indoor Things to Do in Brighton
British weather doesn't do refunds — but a rainy day in Brighton doesn't have to be a write-off. These attractions have indoor or all-weather areas, so the day stays fun whatever the sky does.
Aquariums
0.2 mi from Brighton
Sea Life Centre
SEA LIFE Brighton is the world's oldest continually operating aquarium, opened in 1872 and designed by Eugenius Birch, the architect behind the West Pier. Inside, you'll find more...
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0.2 mi from Brighton
Brighton Aquarium
SEA LIFE Brighton is the world's oldest continually operating aquarium, opened in 1872 and originally designed by Eugenius Birch. Inside you'll find more than 5,000 marine creature...
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Museums & Galleries
29.4 mi from Brighton
Fishbourne Roman Palace
Fishbourne Roman Palace is the largest known Roman residential palace north of the Alps, home to the largest collection of in-situ mosaics in the UK and recreated Roman gardens sai...
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Theme Parks
14.4 mi from Brighton
Blackberry Farm Park
Blackberry Farm Park is a family run farm park set in the East Sussex countryside, offering a fun filled family day out. You can enjoy pony rides for ages 2 and up, feed our animal...
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16.4 mi from Brighton
Knockhatch Adventure Park
Knockhatch Adventure Park is a family theme park in Arlington, Wealden, bringing together rides, animals and play areas for a full day out whatever the weather. You can explore the...
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17.7 mi from Brighton
Harbour Park
Harbour Park is a children's beach adventure attraction in Littlehampton, offering over 15 attractions including outdoor rides, interactive arcades, a pirate-themed escape room and...
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19.5 mi from Brighton
Treasure Island & Adventure Golf
Treasure Island Adventure Park is a pirate-themed attraction in Eastbourne, East Sussex, combining indoor and outdoor fun for a day out whatever the weather. Inside, Buccaneers off...
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Zoos & Wildlife
13.1 mi from Brighton
Drusillas Park
Drusillas Park is a family-run zoo in Alfriston, East Sussex, combining hundreds of exotic animals with play and rides for children. Alongside the animal habitats, you'll find SPAR...
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21.1 mi from Brighton
Fishers Farm Park
Fishers Farm Park is a family-run adventure farm park in West Sussex, open 363 days a year and best suited to children aged 0-12. You can meet farm animals, take on outdoor rides,...
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Where to stay near Brighton
Places to stay within easy reach of these days out.
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Worth knowing before you go
Rainy days are the busiest days at indoor attractions during school holidays — arriving at opening time beats the queues, and booking ahead is worth it for the big names.
See the full things to do in Brighton guide for every attraction in the area. Save your favourites to a free trip planner to build the week day by day.
Frequently asked questions
Are these attractions fully indoors?
Each one offers indoor or under-cover areas — some are fully indoors, others are mixed sites with enough shelter for a wet day. Attraction pages carry the detail.
What else is there to do in Brighton?
Beyond this list, popular days out nearby include Brighton Museum & Art Gallery, Brighton Aquarium and Sea Life Centre — see the full things-to-do guide for everything within reach.
More ways to explore
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