Secrets of the Lanes Tour in Brighton (semi-private)

Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Brighton's Lanes are the city's prettiest and most historic quarter. Narrow streets of 18th century fishermen's cottages contrast with the modern buzz of funky independent shops and cafes. This atmospheric tour takes you down the hidden passageways to reveal life in Brighton from Tudor times to the present day.

This is a small group tour, for the best possible experience.

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Blue Badge guide

Local guide

Gratuities

What To Expect

The Lanes

We explore the narrow alleyways of the 18th century old fishing town and trace its development into today's colourful seaside city.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

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Secrets of the Lanes Tour in Brighton (semi-private)

Reviews

4.94

17 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Fascinating Brighton History
swagner1989,
Sep 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I went on this tour with my husband. We were the only two, so it was a private tour for just us! It wasn’t canceled, so major kudos right from the start. Usually with certain attractions, if so few sign up, then tours are just cancelled or refunded, but Ric didn’t do that. They had a lot of knowledge about the history of Brighton. Many topics were discussed: important figures, health, social movements, business, and architecture. It feels like you are getting the inside scoop on things that you never would have noticed on your own. Highly recommend!
Learned a great deal in Ric's tour
927ayseu,
Aug 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Ric was an amazing tour guide. He spoke very clearly, had the right balance of factual information and fun stories, and gave us a very good introduction into the lanes and the old parts of the city. We participated as a family with two children both of whom enjoyed the tour, found it interesting and did not get bored. definitely recommend him for all ages and visitors from all backgrounds.
Ric was great!
V4390SEelizabethe,
Jun 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Ric was great! Very knowledgeable and clearly enjoys his community and giving tours. Gave us a great recommendation for where to have lunch too. Thanks Ric!
Great insight into Brighton!
Sally V,
Sep 4, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A brilliant 2 hours spent with a small group tour learning all about the Brighton Lanes. Ric is super knowlegdeable & entertaining, so even as a recent Brighton resident, I learned so much about my town. To be thoroughly recommended & I'll be looking out for more of Ric's tours 😊
The secrets of Brighton
Marla D,
Jul 3, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Ric presented the information in a genuine, interesting manner. There is history to Brighton, but also trivia and architecture. I was genuinely engaged the full tour. Do you know where the term shampoo comes from? Well, you're going to learn. Highly recommend. And Ric has a book with suggested walking tours. I have one planned this Holiday, and others are ear marked for my next visit.
Great Brighton walking tour
Revtzi,
Jun 14, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We learned a lot about the history of Brighton, and heard many interesting facts and old gossip details around the old town. Ric is very knowledgeable!
Brilliant Brighton walks
Paul W,
Jan 21, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
An excellent walk around Brighton. Ric was great. Loads of history and knowledge of the area. Very easy to talk to and ask questions
Great Sunday am experience
NewDawn1066,
Oct 24, 2020
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Ric was a great tour guide and really brought the tour to life with a folder of pics of people and places from the past. It was fascinating to understand the size of 18th century Brighton and so many potted histories and personalities. favourite parts were seeing buildings that were around then and still standing now and also the Hippodrome and the stars that played there in the past
Excellent tour and talk
ilaskey,
Oct 19, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We spent a fascinating morning with Ric wandering around the Lanes area. The pace was just right with loads of interesting background information, anecdotes and pictures to illustrate some key points and characters. We were slightly late due to a mixup on the meeting point (read the actual instructions, ignore what the booking site may say!) but Ric kindly took it in his stride.
A suprisingly 'big' tour of the Lanes, with many different features
Helen Z,
Oct 12, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The guide was friendly, informative and was happy to answer any questions. We liked the information which he gave us on various local characters from different periods.