Discover sea creatures, mini golf, seaside fun and family-friendly food for less this summer.

Looking for an affordable day out in East Sussex? Hastings offers the perfect mix of attractions, traditional seaside fun and great value activities, all within easy reach of the bus stop.

🚌Start Your Day Out by Bus

Recommended Services

Route 100

Route 101

Route 321

All of these services stop at The Stade, putting you within easy walking distance of the day's attractions.

Travelling from Eastbourne or Bexhill?

The 99 provides direct links into Hastings and operates up to every 30 minutes.

You can either:

• Travel to Hastings Railway Station and take a 20-minute walk to the seafront before following the promenade to the day's attractions, or
• Connect onto local services serving The Stade

Duration

Full day (approximately 10:00am-5:30pm)

Recommended Ticket

A Hastings DayRider offers unlimited bus travel in Hastings throughout the day, making it easy to explore the town without worrying about multiple fares. See the areas the Hastings DayRider covers here. If you're travelling from outside of Hastings, a South East DayRider may offer you the best value, especially if you plan to hop on and off different services throughout the day. If you're just going from one stop to another, a £3 single would work out your cheapest option. 

⚓10:00am - Arrive at The Stade

Catch your chosen service and hop off at The Stade.

Walking Directions

From The Stade bus stop, head along the seafront towards Hastings Aquarium.

Walking Time

Approximately 5 minutes.

One of the best things about Hastings is how compact it is. Once you've arrived, you can spend the rest of the day exploring on foot without needing additional transport.

🦈10:15am - Dive into Hastings Aquarium

Home to sharks, rays, tropical fish and fascinating marine life, it's a great attraction and a perfect way to start the day before heading outdoors. 

Suggested Time

10:15am-12:45pm 

🍴12:45pm - Lunch at Pelican Diner

Take a break from exploring and enjoy lunch at Pelican Diner.

Walking Directions

Pelican Diner is located close to The Stade and seafront attractions.

Walking Time

Approximately 1 minute.

With larger and lighter bites options, it's a great choice if you're looking to refuel before the afternoon's activities. 

Suggested Time

12:45pm-2:00pm

⛳2:00pm - Take on Hastings Miniature Golf

After lunch, it's time for a little friendly competition.

Walking Directions

Head along the promenade towards Hastings Miniature Golf.

Walking Time

Approximately 5 minutes

Located right on Hastings seafront, Hastings Miniature Golf is one of the town's most popular attractions and offers fun for all ages. 

Suggested Time

2:00pm-3:30pm

🌊3:30pm - Beach Time and Seaside Fun

After your match, slow the pace down and enjoy the rest of the afternoon by the sea.

With the day's main attractions already ticked off, this is the perfect opportunity to enjoy traditional seaside fun. 

Suggested Time

3:30pm-4:30pm

🍦4:30pm - Ice Cream and Old Town Wander

Before heading home, take a stroll through Hastings Old Town.

Walking Directions

Follow the seafront towards the Old Town.

Walking Time

Approximately 6 minutes.

Packed with colourful building, independent shops and seaside character, it's a lovely place to enjoy an ice cream or sweet treat before finishing your day.

Suggested Time

4:30pm-5:15pm

🚌5:30pm - Journey Home

Head back to The Stade bus stop for your journey home.

If you're returning via the 99, continue back to Hastings Railway Station and connect with your onward service.

After a day packed with marine life, mini golf and seaside memories, hop back on the bus and relax on the journey home.

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