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48 Hours in Eastbourne - Day 1

Morning

Welcome to the sunshine coast! You have 48 hours to spend in Eastbourne, but what can you do... Eastbourne has many iconic venues which are a must see before you make your departure home. Taking you on a sight seeing tour in the sun trap of the South, touching on a bit of history, visiting local exhibitions as well as capturing some of Eastbourne's most picturesque locations.

There's no better way to start your day than exploring the South Downs National Park, an outstandingly breath taking natural gem sitting unspoilt right on our door step with spectacular views! Walk up from Eastbourne seafront - the South Downs Way starts here - or hop on the open top sightseeing bus for stunning views.  Walk along the Peace Path at Beachy Head for an incredible photo opportunity of this famous lighthouse!

Time for a rest? Relax and refresh with a drink at The Beachy Head pub and admire the views towards Belle Tout Lighthouse. 

Walk west towards Belle Tout Lighthouse - a magnificent clifftop lighthouse, now a working B&B - and continue onto Birling Gap, not only a beautiful beach but also the best spot to capture a photo of the famous Seven Sisters cliffs.  From here you can walk or pick up a bus to East Dean where you'll find a village pub, cafe and deli, and a chance to view the Sherlock Holmes blue plaque - the fictional retirement home of the world famous detective. 

Lunch 

Whether you are on the Sightseeing Bus or making your own way around Eastbourne, be sure to stop off at the Holywell Retreat. Holywell is a hive of activity with the secluded Italian Gardens and their ornate Italian arbours and pergolas it's a stunning piece of architecture only a few yards from Holywell Beach.

With all that walking you deserve a tasty lunch set with amazing views at The Beach Deck. Serving a variety of dishes, ranging from fish to pizza you will be sure find a mouth watering delight. Jump on the Dotto Train from Holywell and make sure you get off at Fisherman's Green and The Beach Deck is a 5 minute walk from there.

Afternoon

Now that you are fed and watered, spend an afternoon soaking up the sun on the Sunshine Coast with a walk along the seafront back into the town centre or jump back on the Dotto Train towards Grand Parade beach and alight at the Wish Tower for a spot of kayaking with hire available from Bourne to Kayak.

Evening

Catch the 99 bus to Eastbourne's Sovereign Harbour for an evening of entertainment at The Garden Bar and many restaurants to choose from with spectacular views of the boats. Restaurants include Thai, Indian, Italian and American.

Opened in 1993, Sovereign Harbour is northern Europe's largest composite marina coplex and boasts four linked harbours and the hugely popular Waterfront retail and restaurant development. Situated at the Eastern end of Eastbourne's seafront, the tidal Outer Harbour is only used for entrance to the marina through twin sea locks, which are operated 24 hours a day.

Overnight

If you haven't booked your hotel already, why not try the Sheldon Hotel, just moments from the town's main theatres and close to the town centre. Or for sea views in a traditional B&B, try the charming Beach Front guest house, east of the pier.