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Things to see in Broadstairs (United Kingdom): 23 places and when to go
Broadstairs is a town in United Kingdom, and this site lists 23 places in and around it, mainly Museums and art (6), History (4), Nature (3). The best known are Richborough Castle, Shell Grotto, Margate and Kingsgate Castle. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 16 h 21 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 39. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United Kingdom · 51.3723, 1.4331
- Places
- 23 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Museums and art (6) · History (4) · Nature (3) · Beaches (3) · Food and drink (3) · Architecture (2)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- February to March, October and December.
- Nearest airport
- STN London, Essex, 101 km as the crow flies
What to see in Broadstairs
The places in and around Broadstairs, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Richborough CastleRoman fort at Richborough, Ash, United Kingdom11 km
- Shell Grotto, MargateAn ornate subterranean passageway in Margate, Kent, UK. Grade I listed building3.5 km
- Kingsgate CastleMock castle in Kingsgate, Kent, England, UK1.4 km
- Dreamland MargateSeaside amusement park in Margate, England4.1 km
- Turner ContemporaryArt gallery in Kent, England4.1 km
- North Foreland LighthouseLighthouse at North Foreland, England881 m
- Botany Bay, KentBay in Kent, England2.0 km
- Crab MuseumMuseum in Margate, Thanet, Kent, England, UK4.1 km
- Minster in Thanet PrioryModern priory in Minster, Thanet, Kent, England9.2 km
- Dickens House Museum, BroadstairsHouse in Broadstairs and St. Peters, Thanet, Kent, England, UK1.7 km
- Draper's Mill, MargateWindmill in Margate, Kent, England, UK2.9 km
- Margate CavesCave in Margate3.8 km
- Powell-Cotton MuseumMuseum in Birchington, Kent, England, United Kingdom8.3 km
- Ramsgate Maritime MuseumMaritime museum in Kent, England4.6 km
- Sandwich and Pegwell BayNature reserve in Kent, England7.5 km
- Spitfire and Hurricane Memorial MuseumMilitary museum in Manston, Thanet, Kent, England, United Kingdom6.3 km
- Floc Brewing ProjectBrewery3.5 km
- Gadds'Brewery2.2 km
- King Charles III England Coast Path: Ramsgate to WhitstableHiking14 km
- Margate Main SandsBeach5.0 km
- Monkton Nature ReserveProtected area11 km
- Shivering Sands Brewery and Tap RoomBrewery7.9 km
- Viking BayBeach1.8 km
When to go to Broadstairs
The best time to visit Broadstairs is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not8:07
- FebPossible9:43
- MarPossible11:32
- AprBest time13:36
- MayBest time15:22
- JunBest time16:21
- JulBest time15:56
- AugBest time14:23
- SepBest time12:22
- OctPossible10:22
- NovBetter not8:34
- DecPossible7:39
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 21 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 39. In June, 23 of the 23 places are at their best.
When to go to United Kingdom in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Broadstairs
The nearest main airport is London Stansted Airport (STN, London, Essex), 101 km as the crow flies. How to get around United Kingdom (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Canterbury45 places27 km
- Dover28 places28 km
- Dymchurch19 places49 km
- Southend-on-Sea58 places53 km
- Landermere18 places58 km
- Rochester80 places65 km
And all of United Kingdom, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Broadstairs?
The best known: Richborough Castle, Shell Grotto, Margate, Kingsgate Castle, Dreamland Margate, Turner Contemporary. In all, 23 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Broadstairs?
April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 16 h 21 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 39.
How do you get to Broadstairs?
The nearest main airport is London Stansted Airport (STN), 101 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Broadstairs as the destination and these 23 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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