Ramsgate
Things to do in Ramsgate, Kent
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Ramsgate sits on the Kent coast with a solid base of seaside infrastructure. A dozen or so hotels give visitors plenty of choice, from seafront locations to positions near Manston Airport, while Nethercourt Touring Park offers a campsite option. The town draws people in with its beaches—Main Sands is consistently rated well—and the distinctive draw of the Ramsgate Tunnels, which has accumulated nearly 3,000 reviews and rates highly with visitors. There's also the Spitfire and Hurricane Memorial Museum for those interested in aviation history, and Monkton Nature Reserve nearby for a quieter outing.
The eating scene is modest but solid. SAM's stands out with an exceptionally high rating of 4.9, while the Royal Harbour Ramsgate Brasserie offers more traditional seaside dining with over 1,100 reviews behind it. Elysium Coffee Lounge and The Coffee Shack provide lighter refreshment options if you want to keep things casual. The mix suggests you can eat reasonably well without difficulty, though don't expect vast choice.
Where to stay in Ramsgate(12)
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Albion House
Albion Hotel, Ramsgate
Holiday Inn Express Ramsgate Minster
Tothill Street Minster, Ramsgate
Premier Inn Ramsgate Manston Airport
Tothill Street, Ramsgate
Royal Temple Yacht Club
6 Westcliff Mansions, Ramsgate
San Clu Hotel
Victoria Parade, Ramsgate
Spencer Court Hotel
37 Spencer Square, Ramsgate
The Corner House
42 Station Rd, Ramsgate
The Falstaff Hotel & Restaurant Ramsgate
16-18 Addington Street, Ramsgate
Things to Do in Ramsgate(6)
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Beyond the main attractions, there are family-oriented activities available through Bumble Beez and Rib Request. What emerges from these listings is a straightforward seaside town geared towards beach visitors and those wanting to explore specific attractions rather than spending days wandering. It's the sort of place where knowing what you want to do—whether that's the tunnels, the beach, or a particular museum—shapes the trip more than simply soaking up the town itself.
Where to Eat in Ramsgate(5)
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Attractions Near Ramsgate
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Under 1 Roof
London · ⭐ 4.3
2 mi
Elev8 Broadstairs
Broadstairs · ⭐ 4.5
2 mi
Vue Thanet (Westwood Cross)
Isle Of Thanet · ⭐ 4.4
2 mi
Hollywood Bowl Westwood Cross
Broadstairs · ⭐ 4.2
2 mi
Lillyputt Mini Golf
Broadstairs · ⭐ 4.5
2 mi
AirHop Adventure & Trampoline Park Westwood Cross
Broadstairs · ⭐ 4.4
2 mi
Botany Bay
Broadstairs · ⭐ 5.0
2 mi
Viking Bay
Broadstairs · ⭐ 4.6
Camping in Ramsgate(1)
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Self-Catering Cottages in Ramsgate
All cottages in Ramsgate →Old Parish Hall
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £807
Turner Villa
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £561
St Mildred’s Villa
6 bed · sleeps 11
Ramsgate Cove
4 bed · sleeps 8 · from £647
Sound of the Sea
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £727
SeaScape
1 bed · sleeps 3 · from £413
Newington House
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £433
Coastguard Retreat
3 bed · sleeps 4 · from £433
Common questions about Ramsgate
How many campsites are there in Ramsgate?
We list 1 campsites in and around Ramsgate, of which 1 take tents.
Which campsites in Ramsgate have electric hook-up?
1 of the 1 campsites we list in Ramsgate offer an electric hook-up.
Where can I stay in Ramsgate?
We list 12 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around Ramsgate.
What is there to do in Ramsgate?
We list 6 attractions and things to do in and around Ramsgate.
Where can I eat in Ramsgate?
We list 5 restaurants, pubs and cafes in and around Ramsgate.
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