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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Jo’s House
Victorian House with Double, Single & Twin/Family Rooms. Shared accommodation with garden & cats. AirBnB. Exact address provided when booking.
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The House Hotel
(THE DINING ROOM | BAR)
Stay in a restored Georgian townhouse with sea views, elegant rooms, and fresh coastal cuisine in Ramsgate. Every room at The House Hotel is thoughtfully designed to reflect the building’s Georgian heritage while offering modern comfort.
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Travel Lodge
Situated just 1 mile from Ramsgate train station, the Ramsgate Seafront hotel is an excellent choice for convenient accommodation in this bustling seaside Kent town. The hotel is perfectly positioned near the beach and an ideal place to stay for a family holiday.
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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 full of books and original artwork for our guests to enjoy. Simplicity, elegance and eccentricity go hand in hand!
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The Regency (St Augustine’s Road)
A ground floor luxury period apartment with views stretching to the French coast.
2 bedrooms 1 x superking size bed, 1 x double bed. Kitchen, dining and living area.
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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 moments away. This lovely spacious property has been refurnished to a high standard over 4 levels.
For a listing of more places to stay click here.
Where to Eat
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Activity | Cocktails | Dog friendly | Food & Drink | Gallery | Gluten free | Music Venue | Shop | Vegan
Violets
(FLORIST | CAFÉ | BAR)
Florist stocking a range of seasonal flowers and grab n go bunches.
Coffee shop offering a range of hot and cold drinks, cakes and light bites.
Bar providing evening entertainment events.
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Sir Stanley Gray
(THE SEAVIEW BAR & RESTAURANT)
A family friendly restaurant and bar. Our stunning restaurant overlooks Pegwell Bay and includes alfresco dining on our sundeck terrace. We offer all day dining from an extensive menu of meat choices, fish dishes, sharing platters and delicious homemade desserts.
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Penelope
(PLAT DU JOUR | BOTTLE SHOP)
A popular Natural wine bar and bottle shop.
The venue focuses on “vinyl-listening” with a high-quality sound system and regular DJ sets from “top selectors”.
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Clique Bar
A Bar, Dance club & Nightclub with an extensive Cocktail Menu. Stunning views of the Royal Harbour Marina.
DJs play a mix of Afrobeats, bashment, pop, drill, house, and dancehall. Club nights and occasional live music.
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The Home Front Tea Room
Take a step back in time at the Home Front Tea Room, with its authentic 1940’s interior; there’s something about the collective bygone memories this place triggers that resurrects the spirit of camaraderie and friendship of a lost age.
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Marc-Pierre’s Kitchen
Located in a listed building directly overlooking Ramsgate’s Royal Harbour Marina, the husband and wife team of Marc & Anastasiya Campos offer a contemporary take on classic European cuisine. Classic dishes with a fine sprinkling of fusion flair.
For a listing of more places to eat click here.
Things to Do
Click here for the Ramsgate Events Calendar.
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Pier to Pier (Ramsgate to Deal)
Explore the gems of the East Kent coast by bike!
From Ramsgate’s East Pier overlooking its lighthouse and harbour, to Deal’s traditional pier reaching out beyond the waves – this seaside cycle ride packs in plenty in just an hour or two’s pedalling.
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TP Boats Fishing & Sightseeing Trips
We have a Catamaran in Ramsgate harbour (April – November) ready for sightseeing & fishing trips.
At TP Boats, we aim to provide unforgettable experiences along the stunning Kent coast and estuary. Whether you’re interested in fishing trips or scenic coastal sightseeing, our boat charters strive to create memorable adventures for all our guests.
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Harbour Bikes
Harbour Bikes is a cycle repair business in Ramsgate, specialising in cycle repairs and servicing. All makes and types of cycles repaired and serviced.
We also Hire out bikes so that you can explore the local area.
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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.
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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 the Anglo-Saxon peoples. St Augustine who landed near to Ramsgate, sent by Pope Gregory the Great in 597AD, is an inspiration for faith and evangelisation today.
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Attraction | Dog friendly | Food & Drink | Gluten free | Shop | Vegan | Vegetarian
Plunder
(BOOK SHOP | CAFÉ)
Book shop 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.
For a listing of more things to do click here.
