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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Holiday Inn Express Ramsgate
A friendly Ramsgate hotel in a listed art deco building with breakfast included and free parking Holiday Inn Express® Ramsgate – Minster hotel is 5 miles from Ramsgate town centre….
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Harbour Street Rooms
4 Rooms – 2 Double & 2 Twin single rooms with a shared Kitchen. Each room has a Flatscreen TV & Free Wi-fi. Located on Ramsgate Harbour Street….
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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…
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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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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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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…
For a listing of more places to stay click here.
Where to Eat
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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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Attraction | Cocktails | Dog friendly | Food & Drink | Gallery | Vegetarian
Ramsgate Boating Pool
Family friendly bar, cafe, pizza and live music venue with art exhibitions. Pedalos are available to hire during the summer holidays.
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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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Enoteca
A stylish and cosy Cafe/Bar with outside seating overlooking the Royal Harbour Marina. Regular Music nights.
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Bedford Inn
The Bedford Inn is a fantastically, vibrant community hub, in the heart of Ramsgate, recognised for its classic menu, long history and beautiful interior. The décor features candlelit tables, a brick fireplace and a beautiful private garden. The restaurant operates from within the historic public house, built 1874.
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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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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.
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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,…
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Beaches & Sea swimming
Are you ready to take the plunge? With TWO beaches in our town, you can double-dip in the sea!
Swim with confidence along our Lifeguarded beach at our Main Sands, or join a friendly community of sea swimmers at high tide along Western Undercliff.
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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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Viking Coastal Trail (Thanet Loop)
Where else can you conquer a whole corner of the coast by bike?
Hugging the coastline from Ramsgate, through Broadstairs and Margate, and then onto Reculver Towers – this circular cycle route takes you around the charms of the Isle of Thanet via Regional Cycle Network 15.
Enjoy sea views and breath-taking scenery from your bike on this well-signed and mostly off-road, traffic-free route. Take a day to do the loop, or take on a shorter section for a leisurely ride.
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Ramsgate Costumed Walks
Our group is run by dedicated and enthusiastic volunteers. Whatever the weather, so long as members of the public turn up, we carry on the walks. We do…
For a listing of more things to do click here.
