Eastbourne 3-Day Itinerary

Victorian-era bandstand on the seafront, restored and still used for concerts. The surrounding gardens are impeccably kept, with benches and a beach-facing promenade. You can hear music from the grass

🕐 Bandstand area open 24 hours. Concert times vary; check Eastbourne council website for schedule (typically May–September)

💡 Sunday afternoon concerts are mostly free to listen from the surrounding area. Bring a blanket and picnic – the deckchairs cost extra. For the best sound, stand directly in front of the bandshell but slightly to the side.

A classic Victorian pier stretching 300 metres out to sea, with free access to walk along it. Get fresh sea air and views of the coast.

🕐 Open 24 hours (pier itself)

💡 Walk to the far end for the best views back over the town and Beachy Head. The arcade and cafes are paid, but the stroll costs nothing.

Beachy Head · ££

Buzz's Bar · ££

Contemporary art museum housed in a modern building with a permanent collection of 20th-century British art, plus rotating exhibitions. Free entry to all galleries.

🕐 Tue-Sun 10am-5pm, closed Mon except bank holidays

💡 The rooftop cafe has good coffee and a terrace with views over the town and sea — free to use even without a gallery ticket. Free guided tours on Saturdays at 11am.

A grassy hillside park sloping down to the shingle beach, with benches, flower beds, and views of the sea. A quiet spot for a picnic or a rest.

🕐 Always open

💡 Head to the top of the slopes for sunsets. The beach is free entry but pebbly – bring a cushion or towel to sit on.

Victorian pier stretching into the English Channel with classic amusement arcades, fish and chip shops, and panoramic sea views. Free to walk along.

🕐 Pier open 24 hours; arcades open 10am-10pm daily

💡 Go at low tide to see the exposed groynes and rock pools on the west side — quiet and good for photography.

Contemporary art gallery with a permanent collection of British modern and contemporary art, plus rotating exhibitions. The building has a café and an observation deck with wide sea views.

🕐 Tuesday–Sunday 10:00–17:00, closed Mondays (except bank holidays)

💡 The observation deck is free and worth the elevator ride even if you skip the galleries — it’s a good spot for photos of the seafront. Special exhibitions sometimes carry a charge, so check before you go.

Bramptons Cafe

Holiday Inn Fish

Contemporary art museum with a collection focused on British modern and contemporary art, plus rotating exhibitions. Entry to permanent collection is free.

💡 Check the website for free guided tours on weekends. The café has decent coffee and views over the park, but you can bring your own flask.

A restored Victorian bandstand on the seafront promenade, hosting free live music concerts throughout summer. The adjacent gardens and seafront seating make it

💡 Check the council website for the free Sunday afternoon concerts — bring a deckchair or a blanket if you want a comfy spot, as seating fills quickly.

Contemporary art gallery with a permanent collection focused on British art since 1900. Rotating exhibitions often feature local and national artists. The build

💡 Free guided tours run at 14:30 on Saturdays. Check the website for special events, which are often free. The café serves decent coffee and cake, but skip the expensive lunch menu – head to the nearby Battlefields café instead.

Victorian pier stretching 300 metres into the sea. Built in 1870 and Grade II listed. Free to walk along – you can fish from the end, watch the sea, or just tak

💡 The best free spot is the far end bench at sunset. Avoid weekends in summer when the arcade noise carries. Bring a thermos – the café on the pier is pricey.

Thai Village

The Wheatsheaf Inn