The Royal Pavilion

The Royal Pavilion in the centre of Brighton is an exotic palace with a colourful history. Built as a seaside pleasure palace for King George IV, this historic palace mixes Regency grandeur with the lavish visual styles of India and China.

The Royal Pavilion started as a modest 18th century lodging house. Architect Henry Holland helped George, Prince of Wales transform his humble seaside retreat into a handsome
neo-classical villa - known as the Marine Pavilion.

In 1815 George, by now Prince Regent, hired the eminent architect John Nash, to redesign the building in the Indian style. The work was completed in 1823 by which time George had become King. It is this building, an instantly recognisable symbol of Brighton, which we see today.

The Royal Pavilion offers a great day out, at a discount, for groups of 12 or more.
Pre-booked groups can enjoy self-guided visits or book a guided tour in advance. A free audio guide via a web app is also available in various languages, and we also offer
discounted guidebooks when 15 or more are purchased.

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Open daily (except 25 & 26 December). For group bookings contact: 03000 290901. Email: info@rpmt.org.uk
Web: brightonmuseums.org.uk