Welcome to Ramsgate
the UK’s only
Royal Harbour
“Come & visit our beautiful seaside town”
RAMSGATE HAS A LOVELY HARBOUR WITH CAFES & BARS. EXCELLENT SANDY BEACHES, COASTAL WALKS & ACTIVITIES FOR THE MORE ADVENTUROUS.
Welcome to Visit Ramsgate
Ramsgate is home to the only Royal Harbour in the UK – given this status by King George IV because he was so impressed with the hospitality he received in our coastal town, and the same is still true today.
With one of the warmest climates in the UK, there’s a distinct continental feel in the town. Visitors can soak up the cosmopolitan atmosphere in one of the many waterfront bars, cafes and restaurants and enjoy the beautiful architecture and our famous Harbour Arches with stunning views across the marina.
There’s so much to enjoy – relax and explore the eclectic mix of artisan and boutique shops or stroll along our award-winning sandy beaches and shoreline. If you are looking for something more adventurous, why not cycle, canoe or even kitesurf around our stunning chalk cliff coastline, famous the world over.
There’s one thing you can always count on when visiting Ramsgate – and that’s a right Royal welcome!
Ramsgate is a great place to visit in any weather!
Check out the beach guide for
Ramsgate Main Sands tides & weather.
Click here to download our Dog Friendly Beach Map.
Click here to visit our Maps and Trails page.
Click here to download the Rammy the Raven Map.
What people say…
Just a small selection of what people have said about Ramsgate.
“I Love London and I Love Paris but I am a Child of the Pine Woods and the Sands in Ramsgate”
Vincent Van Gogh
Moved to Ramsgate April 1876
Where to Stay
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Accommodation | Airbnb | Dog friendly | Food & Drink | Hotel
The Falstaff
At The Falstaff, we offer a charming selection of individually designed rooms and spacious apartments, perfect for a relaxing getaway. Nestled within our historic building, each space has…
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Addington Street Townhouse
Georgian townhouse on the famous Addington Street, in the heart of Ramsgate’s Conservation Area. Minutes from seafront, town centre & Royal Harbour. Fabulous wine bars, pubs & restaurants…
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Harbour Cottage
Tucked away in Ramsgate’s beautiful and historic area, our stylish 2-bedroom cottage offers the perfect blend of charm, comfort & location. A short stroll to the harbour, beaches,…
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Royal Harbour Hotel
The Royal Harbour Hotel is a delightfully quirky 27-bedroom townhouse hotel that stands on a beautiful Georgian crescent with magnificent views of the harbour and sea. The hotel is…
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Langmead Guest House
Langmead Guest House is a small, traditional bed & breakfast, providing comfortable accommodation in the beautiful historic town of Ramsgate, Kent with its Royal Harbour, sandy beaches and lively nightlife.
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Accommodation | Food & Drink | Hotel | Music Venue | Vegan | Vegetarian
The San Clu
The San Clu Hotel is a 3 star hotel overlooking Ramsgate beach and ideally located close to Ramsgate town centre with local amenities and public transport facilities. The…
For a listing of more places to stay click here.
Where to Eat
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Coco Latino
Ramsgate’s only Latino Café & Cocktail Bar in a lovely location overlooking the Marina at Ramsgate Harbour. Serves excellent Cocktails and is a regular venue for live music….
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Activity | Cocktails | Dog friendly | Food & Drink | Gluten free | Music Venue | Vegan | Vegetarian
Seabird Café Bar
Seabird is a contemporary café bar restaurant serving craft cocktails, tasty low intervention wines, small batch beer, bar snacks and seasonal plates. Included in The Good Food Guide in 2025, Seabird is the ideal spot for lunch, dinner or drinks. Cosy and intimate in the winter, with a sun trap garden in the summer, Seabird is a local gem for in-the-know drinkers and diners.
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The Churchill Tavern
Over the years, The Churchill Tavern has transformed from being the site of the Isabella Baths (1816), a boarding house and the Paragon Hotel (1868), the Van Gogh…
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Cocktails | Dog friendly | Food & Drink | Gluten free | Vegan | Vegetarian
Perico Lounge
Our Lounge is a home-from-home, offering delicious food and drinks, all day, on your doorstep. We exist to bring people together and our unique atmosphere changes hour by…
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Belle Vue Tavern
A popular pub with a beautiful Beer Garden overlooking Pegwell Bay. Live Music every Sunday.
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Enoteca
A stylish and cosy Cafe/Bar with outside seating overlooking the Royal Harbour Marina. Regular Music nights.
For a listing of more places to eat click here.
Things to Do
Click here for the Ramsgate Events Calendar.
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Attraction | Dog friendly | Food & Drink | Gluten free | Shop | Vegan | Vegetarian
Plunder
Bookshop showcasing new titles and special editions of classics. Great coffee with cow and oat milk options. Amazing cake with gluten-free and vegan options available.
New walk-through attraction Thanet Smuggler Experience opening 2026.
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Kitesurfing
Experience the exhilaration of the waves and the wind around the East Kent coast!
You don’t need to be a watersports superstar to enjoy kitesurfing. You don’t even need your own equipment! Let our local kitesurfing school kit you out and help you catch some wind.
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River Runner
Board at Sandwich Quay or Ramsgate harbour, travel along the River Stour towards Shellness Point, on the edge of the Pegwell nature reserve. See the resident seal colony, cormorants and herons.
We can accommodate up to 12 passengers per trip on River Runner.
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Turner Rowe Art Centre & Gallery
Turner Rowe Art Centre has made it’s home in the heart of the seaside town of Ramsgate. Spend your day admiring beautiful works of art at our showroom, taking a class to learn new skills and make sure to check out our upcoming events and new exhibits.
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Bike hire
There’s no better way to explore our coast than a seaside cycle ride!
And with bargain bike hire available right in our harbour, you’re all set for free-wheeling freedom. Choose between traditional pedal-power or a selection of e-bikes at our local bike hire shop – or drop in with your own wheels if you need a tune up and check over.
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The Beach Roamer (Ramsgate to Margate)
A walk with bays and beaches galore!
Explore the spectacular scenery of the Thanet coastline with this stunning 7 mile trail – taking in the best sands from Ramsgate to Margate, via the chalk stacks of Botany Bay.
At low tide, you can walk the entire route along the sands and catch a bus or train back.
For a listing of more things to do click here.
