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Indoor Things to Do in West Sussex
British weather doesn't do refunds — but a rainy day in West Sussex 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
16.4 mi from West Sussex
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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16.5 mi from West Sussex
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
17.5 mi from West Sussex
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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20.4 mi from West Sussex
13th Century Undercroft shop
The Undercroft at 72/74 High Street in Guildford in Surrey is a medieval undercroft or storage room. It has been described as one of the finest examples of its type in the country.... — Wikipedia
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Theme Parks
10.9 mi from West Sussex
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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26.8 mi from West Sussex
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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Zoos & Wildlife
5.9 mi from West Sussex
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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28.1 mi from West Sussex
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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28.3 mi from West Sussex
Hobbledown
Hobbledown is a family adventure park and zoo in Epsom, Surrey, combining outdoor play villages, indoor play in The Great Barn, and animal encounters ranging from meerkats and gian...
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Where to stay near West Sussex
Places to stay within easy reach of these days out.
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 West Sussex 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 West Sussex?
Beyond this list, popular days out nearby include Storrington and District Museum, BT Connected Earth Telecommunications Hall and Electricity Hall — see the full things-to-do guide for everything within reach.
More ways to explore
Not booked yet? See the best places to stay in West Sussex.