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 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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Harbour Street Rooms
Located on Ramsgate Harbour Street. Our four rooms are just a short walk from Ramsgate Royal Harbour & Ramsgate main sands. Each room has all the facilities you need to enjoy your stay in our lovely seaside town.
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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.
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Nethercourt Touring Park
Nethercourt Touring Park is a small family fun campsite in Ramsgate. Open all year and have a utility and laundry room, a small games room, vending machines, and tourist information on site. Showers and Wi-Fi are inclusive of the pitch fee.
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Accommodation | Activity | B&B | Dog friendly
Langmead Guest House
(RAMSGATE NORDIC WALKING)
Langmead Guest House is a small, traditional bed & breakfast, providing comfortable accommodation in the beautiful historic town of Ramsgate, with its Royal Harbour, sandy beaches and lively nightlife.
Your host Denise is a qualified British Nordic Walking instructor who will be happy to help you see more of what Thanet has to offer!
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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.
For a listing of more places to stay click here.
Where to Eat
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The Toll Gate Kiosk
A small cafe and ice-cream/souvenir/gift shop at the octagonal sea front kiosk in Victoria Gardens.
Seasonal opening – outside seating when weather permits.
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Enoteca
A stylish and cosy Cafe/Bar with outside seating overlooking the Royal Harbour Marina. Transitioning into a lively cocktail bar with music at night.
Free party venue hire, live music & cocktail bar.
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Vincent’s
Vincent’s is located in Spencer Square in the little hut overlooking the Tennis Courts. They are open for breakfast and lunch.
A friendly place serving good Coffee and homemade Cakes.
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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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Harbour Bar
Harbour Bar is a public house situated in the centre of town. Open every day from 11am. Great Prices, Karaoke at weekends.
The distinctive “lighthouse” mural on the outside of the pub serves as a homage to the sea, specifically referencing the shipwreckers who historically lured sailors to the Ramsgate shores.
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Dawnie’s Coffee Shop
(CHESS CLUB)
A friendly community coffee shop that provides top quality coffee and food in heart of Ramsgate. Serves Hot drinks & Shakes, Sweet & Savoury snacks including homemade sausage rolls, beef and vegetable pasties, freshly made soup, toasties, and baguettes.
For a listing of more places to eat click here.
Things to Do
Click here for the Ramsgate Events Calendar.
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Nature tours
Ramsgate is home to a wonderful array of wildlife – from the kingfishers who come to our harbour, to the seals who sunbathe at our local bay.
• Pegwell Bay Nature Walk
• Kingfisher Royal Harbour Tour
• Wildlife Boat Trips
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Royal Harbour Trail (Ramsgate waterfront)
Take a stroll around our beautiful harbour – the ONLY Royal Harbour in the UK!
This self-guided trail takes you through the heritage of our waterfront – describing 250 years of our harbour’s construction and evolution. From the lighthouse to the pier, King George IV’s obelisk and the memorial to the Dunkirk “Little Ships” – there’s history at every turn.
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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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Pegwell Bay Country Park (Nature Reserve)
(CAMPUCCINO’S | SALTY SEAL CAFÉ)
The park acts as the entrance to a nature reserve and the rare flora and fauna here make this an area of national importance. This stretch of windswept coastline includes chalk cliffs, mud flats, saltmarsh and sand dunes, and is an important habitat for bird species.
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Little Seaside Town
Little Seaside Town is an exciting entertainment centre for children and families.
Unlike traditional soft play centres, Little Seaside Town promotes imaginative role play in a stimulating play town environment. Little Seaside Town is a new concept of role play, providing a realistic but scaled down version of a town for young children to play in and to explore safely.
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Accommodation | Activity | B&B | Dog friendly
Langmead Guest House
(RAMSGATE NORDIC WALKING)
Langmead Guest House is a small, traditional bed & breakfast, providing comfortable accommodation in the beautiful historic town of Ramsgate, with its Royal Harbour, sandy beaches and lively nightlife.
Your host Denise is a qualified British Nordic Walking instructor who will be happy to help you see more of what Thanet has to offer!
For a listing of more things to do click here.
