Visit the British Airways i360 for stunning views of the city, the sea and the green undulating countryside in the distance. This futuristic tower’s viewing pod ascends to a height of 450 feet (137 meters), granting an alternative perspective of favorite sights and public works of art. Climb inside the glassy ring at the base, before it slowly ascends to the top of its tall pole.
Raise a toast to celebrate your experience with English sparkling wine from the Nyetimber Sky Bar inside the pod. Beer and juices from local orchards are also available. Look down on the rest of Brighton and pick out your favorite spots on the beaches below you.
For some of the most arresting vistas, travel to the top at dusk and watch the sunset turn the sky red and yellow. Spot the wind farms rising from the sea on the horizon and turn to see the green hills stretching inland from Brighton’s suburbs.
Once back at the base, head to the West Beach Bar & Kitchen and enjoy a meal at one of the tables set out on the strand. For a more casual meal, sip coffee and get snacks from the West Beach Café & Bar.
Note that each experience has a duration of about 25 minutes, while a pod departs every 30 minutes. Purchase tickets for the tower from the reconstruction of a 19th-century booth. The attraction is open daily in the morning. Last flights vary from day to day. Get discounts by buying tickets 24 hours in advance. Toddlers can enter for free.
The British Airways i360 is a 10-minute walk west from the Brighton Palace Pier in the heart of the city. It stands between the old remains of the Brighton West Pier and Regency Square. Explore the surroundings for neighboring treasures such as the Brighton Centre, the Theatre Royal Brighton and the Brighton Dome.
