Brighton (Things to do - Places to Visit) - BRIGHTON Top Tourist Placesbr City in Englandbr Brighton is an English seaside resort town. About an hour south of London by train, it's a popular day-trip destination. Its broad shingle beach is backed by amusement arcades and Regency-era buildings.br br Brighton Pier, in the central waterfront section, opened in 1899 and now has rides and food kiosks. The town is also known for its nightlife, arts scene, shopping, and festivals.