Samuel Johnson wrote: “When a man is tired of London, he is tired of Life”. If you visit London, here are some day trips from England’s capital that are easily reached by train service from London.
Listed underneath each destination are the train station in London that you would depart from, and the approximate journey time. There are also several companies in London that will pick you up from your hotel and offer escorted day-long coach trips to the places below; you can find details at tourist information centers as well as the larger hotels.
Brighton
Brighton had its origins as a small fishing village, and ever since its salt water was discovered to supposedly have healing properties, it has become England’s most famous seaside resort. It is so close to London it has become almost an unofficial suburb, and is sometimes called “London by the Sea.” The town offers all the traditional attractions of a resort, including restaurants, nightlife, miles of sandy beaches and two piers, but much of Brighton’s appeal is its fashionable and rather bohemian atmosphere.
A popular neighborhood to shop or simply to be seen in is The Lanes, an area of small antique and clothing shops tucked away in the narrow back streets. The area of town known as Kemp Town is a beautiful neighborhood of elegant Regency houses; many have been turned into antique shops. Brighton has several fascinating museums, two of which hint at its history and popularity – a Fishing Museum and a Museum of old slot machines.
However, the highlight of any trip to Brighton has to be a visit to the famous Royal Pavilion. This palace was the home of King George IV and with its exotic, Eastern appearance has been described as the most extravagant royal palace in Europe.