ITINERARIES
[Part of the Up-to-Date Ramsgate Guide]
We are creating a selection of tailored itineraries to help you make the most of your time in Ramsgate – so watch this space.
Whether you are short on time or staying for a getaway, we have you covered with our “Ramsgate in a Day” and “Weekend Itinerary” guides.
There’s even itineraries to help you on rainy days!
All itineraries are suitable year-round. Any seasonal variations are explained, and non-seasonal alternatives are included.
| INDEX – Ramsgate in a Day |
| • Ramsgate in a Day : Tunnels, History and Vintage Finds |
| Journey through heroic wartime tunnels and rich maritime history. Spend your afternoon hunting for vintage gems. Full-day dining and drinking recommendations included. 🚶♀️⛵🍽️⛱️🛍️🍷 |
| • Ramsgate in a Day : Adventure Rain or Shine |
| ‘Rain can’t dampen the spirit of adventure in Ramsgate‘. Dive deep into history by stepping underground into the Ramsgate Tunnels, where you can explore the fascinating wartime civilian shelters. Once you resurface, keep the adventure going with an afternoon of aviation history at the RAF Manston History Museum and the neighboring Spitfire and Hurricane Museum. Full-day dining and drinking recommendations included. 🚶♀️☔🍽️🛩️🚍🚖🚘 |
| • Ramsgate in a Day : A low cost itinerary (Ramsgate to Pegwell) |
| A perfect inexpensive day out exploring Ramsgate and the local nature reserve, armed only with a picnic. This itinerary packs in the best of the coast, from wartime history at the Ramsgate Tunnels Museum to the rich maritime past of the Royal Harbour. Followed by a magnificent coastal walk out to the Pegwell Bay Nature Reserve, soaking in the stunning scenery. After exploring the reserve, follow the Contra Trail right back into town, arriving just in time to catch a breathtaking sunset. Picnic spots are highlighted in the itinerary. 🚶♀️⛵🥪🌅🆓 |
| INDEX – Weekend in Ramsgate |
| • Weekend in Ramsgate : Using Visit Ramsgate Trails |
| Discover the best of Ramsgate with this weekend itinerary. Begin your Saturday with a leisurely stroll along the East and West Cliff Promenades. Afterward, explore the eclectic independent shops on Addington Street and take in the panoramic views over Pegwell Bay. Dedicate your Sunday to a peaceful blend of nature and art. Full-weekend dining and drinking recommendations included. Sat :🚶♀️⛱️🛍️🍽️🍷🕺 Sun :🚘🚖🦭🍽️🎨🍷 |
| • Weekend in Ramsgate : The Ultimate Wet Weekend Survival Guide |
| Don’t let the occasional wet weather spoil your weekend. From historic military airfields and subterranean hideouts to vintage arcade games and retro shopping, Ramsgate offers plenty of fantastic indoor sanctuaries. Full-weekend dining and drinking recommendations included. Sat :🚶♀️☔🍽️🛩️🚍🚖🚘 Sun :🚶♀️☔🛍️🍽️🕹️🏸🏊♀️🏴☠️🎦🚖🚘 |
You can also easily build your own itinerary around our self-guided walks, using the maps to plan scenic refreshment stops along the way. Beautiful in every season, these walks offer total flexibility. Just remember to check the forecast before hitting the beach trails, and note that coastal cafes typically close during the off-season. For a budget-friendly twist, swap the cafe for a beach picnic if the weather is on your side.
| Suggested Walk Combinations for 1 day Itineraries :- |
| Town Rounders Walk (2 hours) stopping for breakfast and lunch on route, followed by Sea it All – beach walk (2 hours 30 mins – including return walking loop) stopping for additional refreshments on route, and an evening meal back in Ramsgate. Tides : It is always advisable to check the tide times in advance of the beach walk – click here for the BBC Tide tables. The Sea it All trail map highlights crucial safety information, including areas affected by rising tides and designated exit points where you can safely continue your walk along the cliff top. 🚶♀️🍽️🏘️🥪🏖️🥤 |
| Beach Roamer – beach walk (4 hours one way) from Ramsgate to Margate stopping for breakfast, lunch, additional refreshments and dinner* on route, then catch a bus or train back to Ramsgate. *Check if the Open Top Bus is running as that’s a great way to turn your return journey into a scenic bus tour and get back to Ramsgate in time for an evening meal. Tides : It is always advisable to check the tide times in advance of the beach walk – click here for the BBC Tide tables. The Beach Roamer trail map highlights crucial safety information, including areas affected by rising tides and designated exit points where you can safely continue your walk along the cliff top. 🚶♀️🍽️🏖️🥪🥤🚇🚍 |