The best shopping streets in Brighton

Brighton, an English seaside town on the South Coast, is known for its charm, cute cafes and eclectic shopping. Head an hour outside London to soak up the sun and hit Brighton’s shopping hot spots.

Brighton pier, Brighton, Brighton and Hove, England.
Brighton pier, Brighton, Brighton and Hove, England.

Explore Boutique Shops at The Lanes

The Lanes, Brighton, East Sussex, England.
The Lanes, Brighton, East Sussex, England.

This bohemian and creative district of Brighton is the perfect place to start your South Coast shopping day.

The Lanes are the famous winding back streets and alleyways that lie in the historic district of the town. Wander down the small streets to buy unusual fashion items, quirky gifts, antique items and jewellery.

Check out the Little Beach Boutique in the heart of the vibrant North Laine. The hand-blown glass gifts that are created on-site are one-of-a-kind.

Then, stop by the renowned Lavender Room on Bond Street, a gorgeous lifestyle boutique that is a shopping paradise for beautiful bedroom accessories, homeware, mirrors and candles.

You could spend the entire day here exploring the 300 plus shops, the largest selection of independent boutiques on the British Riviera.

Shop at Churchill Square Shopping Centre

Treat yourself to some relaxed retail therapy at Brighton’s most famous shopping mall on Western Road. Here’s you’ll find fashion staples Zara, Next, H&M, Levi’s and Topshop.

Head to department stores Debenham’s to stock up on make-up, clothes, shoes or homeware.

Stroll the Brighton Marina

The marina seen from breakwater, Brighton, East Sussex, England.
The marina seen from breakwater, Brighton, East Sussex, England.

The Marina boasts a great mix of chic stores with the backdrop of yachts and speedboats on this stunning quayside location.

Specialist shops here include fashion, home furnishings, gifts and books as well as a chandlery store. Pebble Beech sells wood carvings and candles and Love That Stuff sells amazing items such as hand-loomed clothing, jewellery and gifts.

Visit Kemp Town

Just slightly east of the city centre, lies the city’s hip quarter which is a flamboyant mix of grand seafront crescents and a bustling high street shopping district.

Don’t miss the second-hand stores such as the newly opened Merlin & Ellis off St James Street packed with new and pre-loved designer and vintage gear.

Hit the Shops at Hove

Just a short distance west of the city centre lies Hove, a truly boutique shopping-sister to Brighton. Here you’ll find a huge array of funky interior design shops and fashion boutiques alongside farmers markets and stalls.

Try the wonderful I Gigi shop for a gorgeous range of homeware and accessories. Finish the day at Church Road which is an ideal place to rest your shopping bags and relax with a well-earned almond latte or juice.