Margate, a popular tourist destination on the eastern coast of Kent, has undergone extensive revitalisation and is now home to the brand-new Turner Contemporary art museum. From fishing and golf to beaches and amusements, this historic seaside town has something to offer everyone. The town’s Theatre Royal has been entertaining audiences since 1787. Throughout the year, the Winter Gardens plays host to a wide range of shows, concerts, and musicals featuring some of the world’s best performers. Browse artists’ studios, unwind in one of the many bars or restaurants, or rent a bike as you stroll along the Margate Harbour Arm and Old Town. There is a four-mile walk, called the Turner and Dickens Trail, that takes the adventurous to Broadstairs. The Hornby Visitor Centre resurrects the glory days of Britain’s most beloved toys, while the Shell Grotto’s 2000 square feet of winding underground passages will delight any curious tourist. There are many classic seaside rides and a vintage fairground at Dreamland, making it a great destination for families and those looking for a taste of yesteryear’s amusements. Margate is a charming seaside resort that manages to be both historic and contemporary, with something to offer visitors of all ages and interests.
