A beautiful little town is a must-see destination for Brits who love old buildings and picturesque streets. Ryeis a town in East Sussex, at the confluence of three rivers: the Rother, the Tillingham, and the Brede, two miles from the English Channel.

Its history and charm make it a tourist destination, with ancient inns used by 18th-century smuggling gangs, a harbour, a weekly farmers' market, and a castle. The East Sussex townis full of picturesque cobbled streets, making you feel like you're on a city break in mainland Europe while also being close to the seaside, truly the best of both worlds. Mermaid Street is perhaps the most famous of them all, with many people taking to the iconic road to enjoy the picture-perfect scenery. With its medieval, wonky and half-timbered houses, it's a perfect spot for a photo-op, especially when there aren't crowds of people obstructing the view. It was only a matter of time before it became so popular with the crowds too, having been named the most 'naturally beautiful' town in England earlier this year, as well as a Which? poll found it to be the best seaside town in Sussex.

Rye is a charming little town best explored on foot, offering independent stores, delightful lunch options, historic pubs, an ice cream parlour, and coffee shops.

Local attractions include the National Trust's Lamb House, a Grade II-listed 19th-century residence where celebrated authors Henry James and E. F. Benson once lived.

Steeped in Medieval history, there are other landmarks to explore in Rye, with visitors keen to get a peek at the Ypres Tower, which was built in 1249 to defend the town against attacks from across the channel and today functions as a museum.

The boats parked in the harbour offered stunning views for the people who enjoyed a stroll alongside it, while others chose to enjoy some food and drink overlooking the water.

Camber Sands Beach, merely a 10-minute drive from Rye town centre, is a "Blue Flag" beach boasting over two miles of golden sand.

Rye Harbour Nature Reserve also proved popular as the perfect place to take in the scenery and get out among nature with the weather so nice. A wildlife haven, it's no surprise that people descended on the Nature Reserve and Discovery Centre to see the flora and fauna.

If you plan on visiting Rye during the weekend, it's advisable to arrive early (parking at Rye Cattle Market is a bargain at just £1.50 for the entire day). Bear in mind, however, that this car park is closed on Thursdays due to the local market.

Fortunately, there are plenty of other parking options, such as The Strand Car Park and Rope Street Car Park, which are all within a short walk from the main high street, where there are independent art galleries and shops waiting to be explored.