Things 2 See And Do Near Gatwick Airport

London Gatwick Airport is the second largest international airport in England, situated about 50 km away from Central London. It is also the second busiest airport in UK, after Heathrow. The statics shows that in 2010, Gatwick served more than 30 million of passengers from all over the world.

However, if you are planning to take a flight from this major airport, then you should pick some Gatwick airport hotel, where you will have the chance to take a rest before flying away to your foreign destination. Moreover, if you have more time to spend, then you can make a little research about different interesting places or attractions which you can visit in the area. So, here are some suggestions:

1. If you do not have much time to your flight and you do not want to stay on the airport, then you can go spend few hours exploring the local town. Horley is situated few miles away from Gatwick Airport and is a perfect place where to spend your free time, eating in some Italian or Spanish restaurant, or in some of the many traditional pubs placed there.
   
   
2. Brighton is placed about 30 miles away from Gatwick Airport and is a wonderful seaside town which attracts visitors with its beautiful beaches, reputed winning restaurants, historical buildings and fabulous boutiques. Some of the attractions which you could see there are the Brighton Pier and Royal Pavilion. This charming town is a perfect place to visit if you are staying at some Gatwick airport hotel and you have time to waste.