If you'd like to get a taste of Brighton student life, check out University of Brighton, located 1.9 mi (3 km) from central Brighton. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.
Explore the great outdoors at Ditchling Beacon Car Park, a lovely green space in Hassocks. Visit the area's spas or amble around its seaside.