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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Accommodation | Cocktails | Dog friendly | Featured Pubs & Bars | Food & Drink | Hotel | Music Venue
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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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 its own unique character and comfort, providing a cozy base for exploring Ramsgate and beyond.
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Luxury Apartment (Victoria Parade)
2 Bed luxury apartment overlooking Ramsgate’s sandy beach. A short walk from the town centre, beautiful Royal Marina and all local attractions. Ramsgate is only 1h 15 mins…
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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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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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Jo’s House
Victorian House with Double, Single & Twin/Family Rooms. Shared accommodation with garden & cats. AirBnB. Exact address provided when booking.
For a listing of more places to stay click here.
Where to Eat
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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.
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Arch Bar Lounge & Kitchen
A comfy lounge bar, right on Ramsgate’s Royal Harbour. DJ on Saturday nights and a fabulous breakfast and all day food menu. Over 21s from 7pm.
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Clique Bar
A Bar, Dance club & Nightclub with an extensive Cocktail Menu. Stunning views of the Royal Harbour Marina.
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The Greek Arch
Family run Taverna, situated on The Royal Harbour walls, providing rustic and authentic Greek Cypriot cuisine.
Live Music, private functions catered for.
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Mariners Bar
Thanet’s most authentic nautical themed bar in the heart of Ramsgate’s Royal Harbour. Dogs are welcome on our premises. Water bowls. Free doggie treats.
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The San Clu
The San Clu Hotel is a 3 star hotel overlooking Ramsgate beach and ideally located close to Ramsgate town centre with local amenities and public transport facilities.
It has 44 rooms, all of which have air conditioning, a work desk, free wifi and a flat screen TV.
For a listing of more places to eat click here.
Things to Do
Click here for the Ramsgate Events Calendar.
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Kitesurfing
Experience the exhilaration of the waves and the wind around the East Kent coast!
You don’t need to be a watersports superstar to enjoy kitesurfing. You don’t even need your own equipment! Let our local kitesurfing school kit you out and help you catch some wind.
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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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Town Rounders (Ramsgate loops)
Soak up your surroundings with this twin trail around our town – taking in the riviera vibe, Regency architecture and our royal connections, all in under two hours.
Plus there are plenty of cosy pubs, cafés and eateries along the way to keep you going!
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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.
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Activity | Dog friendly | Shop | Wet weather
Board at Home
Board at Home is a specialist board games shop in Ramsgate located at the top of the High Street. We stock a wide range of games from family classics to contemporary board games as well as jigsaw puzzles, 3D puzzles, plush toys, travel games and pocket money games & toys.
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Spitfire and Hurricane Memorial Museum
Come and see the iconic RAF fighter planes of the Second World War, the Supermarine Spitfire Mk XVI and the Hawker Hurricane IIC, housed under one museum roof at the historic Battle of Britain airfield in Manston, Kent.
Experience flying a Spitfire with our amazing simulator.
For a listing of more things to do click here.
