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Royal Pavilion

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating: 4.0 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 88 attractions in Brighton
Traveller Description:
Rebuilt in the 19th century by architect John Nash, this building features a unique mixture of classical and Indian styles, which has been labeled as... more » Rebuilt in the 19th century by architect John Nash, this building features a unique mixture of classical and Indian styles, which has been labeled as "Hindu-Gothic." « less
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Attraction type: Architectural building, Historic home, Landmark/point of interest
Activities: Getting married
Address: Pavilion Gardens Brighton BN1 1EE
England
Tel: 44 1273 290900

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Reviews of Royal Pavilion

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4 of 5 stars
Worthing, United Kingdom
8 May 2008

Although I live fairly locally, It's taken me nearly thirty years to get round to actually visiting the Pavillion! Hidden amongst modern buildings and streets, you suddenly turn a corner and there it is, set in it's lawned gardens. As the exterior suggests Indian architecture with it's onion domes and turrets and Indian Gate I was surprised that the interior... more

3 Jan 2008
1/1 found this review helpful

Takes about 1-2 hours, interesting because it gives you an insight into the Royal Family and their association with Brighton in the 1800s. Very good commentary, included in the standard admission price (£7 if I remember correctly). Banquet hall is mind blowing. Good tea room and the inevitable gift shop. more

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5 of 5 stars
London, UK
4 Dec 2007
0/1 found this review helpful

Over-the-top, grandeous, and great fun. A monument to gloriously bad taste. more

9 Aug 2007
1/3 found this review helpful

You can't visit Brighton and not visit the Royal Pavilion, it's a must. more

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4 of 5 stars
Tamworth NSW Australia
28 Apr 2007
0/1 found this review helpful

I visited the Royal Pavilion in Brighton while on tour in 2005. I am returning to the UK in July and will definitely be returning for another visit, as one visit is not enough to capture the uniqueness of the most extravagant, vulgar, way out there building I have ever seen. It is a MUST VISIT while in Brighton. I... more

25 Apr 2004
13/15 found this review helpful

If you are in Brighton, definitely, definitely, definitely take the time to see the Royal Pavillion. If nothing else, the shock value of the interiors are worth the few pounds sterling it costs to get in. Although the decoration might be considered tacky, it has been magnificently executed. The painted wall decorations are exquistly detailed and the furniture might be... more

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3 of 5 stars
Gualala, California
18 Apr 2003
10/27 found this review helpful

I toured (unguided walking tour) this local landmark on my first and only trip to Brighton, England in December (2002). Is it worth a visit??? If you have between 30 minutes and two or three hours, and about 9 or 10 dollars a piece to spare, and find yourself in Brighton with nothing else to do, why not??? The building... more

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Pavilion Gardens, Brighton BN1 1EE, England
Tel: 44 1273 290900