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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The Comfort Inn
Situated on the East cliff of Ramsgate with views stretching as far as France, the Comfort Inn Ramsgate has been welcoming visitors to its hotel for over a…
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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…
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The Pegwell Bay Hotel
We have a variety of single, double and twin rooms all en-suite; situated over 4 floors and all accessed by our new, modern lift. Many of our rooms…
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The Falstaff
The Falstaff Inn is a boutique hotel and restaurant complete with deli cafe/store situated in Addington Street in Ramsgate; it has a pretty courtyard garden and the royal…
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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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Jo’s House
3 Airbnb rooms in East Cliff Ramsgate. Victorian House with Double, Single & Twin/Family Rooms. Shared accommodation with garden & cats. AirBnB.Exact address provided when booking. Click Room…
For a listing of more places to stay click here.
Where to Eat
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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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Food Blogging in Ramsgate
Eating & Drinking Guide : I created an Eating and Drinking Guide especially for Ramsgate to help you find the best places to eat when you visit. Click…
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Flavours by Kumar
Based in Ramsgate, Flavours by Kumar is a sharing experience….. and dares you to lose yourself in the sensuous world of spice. Food for me has always been…
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Dawnie’s Coffee Shop
Serves Hot drinks & Shakes. Sweet & Savoury snacks. Hosts weekly Chess Club.
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The Toll Gate Kiosk
A small cafe/ ice-cream shop at the octagonal sea front kiosk in Victoria Gardens. Seasonal opening – outside seating when weather permits. Dogs are welcome on our premises….
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Harbour Street Bar
Public house, open every day from 10am. Karaoke every weekend.
For a listing of more places to eat click here.
Things to Do
Click here for the Ramsgate Events Calendar.
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Nordic walking
Want to step it up? Why not try Nordic walking?
It’s an enhanced walking technique using poles to give your upper body and legs more of a workout – and you get to explore our beautiful coastline at the same time!
Take on a taster session to see if it’s for you, or try a full day’s walk to master the technique.
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Yoga & Pilates
Want to move your mind and body? Yoga and Pilates use movements and exercises that focus on strength, flexibility and breathing to boost both physical and mental wellbeing.
Our welcoming studios and instructors cater for all abilities and styles, so book in to stretch out, reset and restore.
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St. Augustine’s Church
Pugin’s magnificent personal church and burial place, dedicated to his patron St Augustine, became, on 1st March 2012, the official shrine commemorating the coming of the Gospel to…
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Beach hunts & Rockpooling
Discover the natural wonders of the Kent coast across our two local beaches.
Let your smaller explorers roam and marvel at the marine life along Ramsgate’s shore – from the seashells and mermaids’ purses to be found along the sands, to the rockpools teeming with crabs, fish and waving anemones.
You can join guided sessions with experts from Thanet Coast Project or hire your own Coastal Explorers pack from our Visitor Information Centre – both for £5 or less!
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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.
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Town Rounders (Ramsgate loops)
Soak up your surroundings with this twin trail around our town – taking in the riviera vibe, Regency architecture and our royal connections, all in under two hours.
Plus there are plenty of cosy pubs, cafés and eateries along the way to keep you going!
For a listing of more things to do click here.
