BrightonWalks Guided Tours

If you're looking to dig a little deeper into the city's history, I wanted to mention BrightonWalks. They offer guided tours right here in Brighton (BN2 8HS), focusing on how Brighthelmstone transformed into the cosmopolitan place we know today. It’s not just about the famous landmarks; they aim to show you a 'secret Brighton' too, exploring the city past and present. The quality is solid because the tours are run by accredited Blue Badge Tourist Guides, including the founder, Lyn Neville. They even picked up an award back in 2012 and hold the WTTC Safe Travels seal from 2021, which is good context for their service.

What makes them stand out is the sheer variety of themes they cover. Whether you're into local history or pop culture, there seems to be something for everyone. You can choose a classic historical route like the Seaside Saunter or Legends of the Lanes, or explore the evolution of the North Laine with the Skanky to Swanky tour. For fans of local fiction, they have tours based on the Peter James books, like the DS Roy Grace walk, alongside Murder and Mystery or Ghost Walks. If you prefer film and music history, they also run specific tours dedicated to Quadrophenia and the Mods & Rockers era, plus options like Street Art tours and Treasure Hunts.

Regarding logistics, the tours are generally listed for the entire year, covering the period from January 1st to December 31st, 2026. They cater to a wide audience—families, students, seniors, and pre-booked groups of any size—and they also offer private or custom tours if you need something specific, including incentive activities for groups. The pricing structure seems to vary depending on the tour type. General guide prices are listed around £10.00 to £12.00 for adults, but specific booking prices are currently set at £30 for adults, £25 for concessions, and £15 for children under 15 (under 5s go free). Some tours are noted to last about 80 minutes. It’s also worth noting that they are very accessible: the routes are suitable for wheelchair users, guide dogs are permitted, and they have facilities for visually impaired visitors. Payments can be handled via PayPal or B.A.C.S.