Explore Hidden Royal Pavilion
Discover the secret spaces of the Royal Pavilion on a unique tour. Explore areas not normally open to the public and uncover the history of the building.

Visitors will see the unpolished, hidden areas of the Royal Pavilion, including the vaulted basement and tunnel, on a special tour that offers a glimpse into life below stairs for the Royal Pavilion servants. The tour will also visit the areas that were used as an air raid shelter during WWII and the tunnel that led to George's royal stables and riding school.
What areas of the building will be covered on the tour? The tour will cover the basement and tunnel, including the vaulted basement used as an air raid shelter during WWII and the tunnel that led to George's royal stables and riding school.
Who is the tour suitable for? The tour is suitable for children over 12, who must be accompanied by an adult, but it is not suitable for buggies due to the underground location and uneven flooring.
When and where can you take the tour? The Basement & Tunnel tours will take place from Tuesday, 3 November 2026 to Saturday, 26 December 2026 at the Royal Pavilion, Brighton, and tickets or details are available with the button beside this article.
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