North Shore Travel Guide

Blackpool

Blackpool Central Library which includes heritage architecture
Blackpool Central Library showing heritage architecture
North Pier as well as a small group of people
North Pier as well as a small group of people
North Pier featuring signage

Popular places to visit

North Pier showing a sandy beach, general coastal views and a sunset

North Pier

4/5(21 reviews)

Recall the customs and entertainments of yesteryear at a Victorian tearoom and a Venetian Carousel on the city’s oldest and longest pier.

North Pier
Mecca Bingo

Mecca Bingo

Why not try your luck with a visit to Mecca Bingo during your visit to Blackpool? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Mecca Bingo
Blackpool Central Library showing heritage architecture

Blackpool Central Library

Imposing Ionic columns and stained-glass windows embellish this architectural treasure composed of an art gallery and an Edwardian library.

Blackpool Central Library
Blackpool Pleasure Beach

Blackpool Pleasure Beach

4/5(129 reviews)

Experience weightlessness from a huge drop and zoom around the tracks with a stunning panorama of Blackpool’s coastline in this vast theme park.

Blackpool Pleasure Beach
Blackpool Tower as well as a small group of people

Blackpool Tower

4.5/5(584 reviews)

Toast your visit to Blackpool with cocktails, and mocktails for kids, in the bar and observation deck at the summit of this 19th-century tower.

Blackpool Tower
Winter Gardens

Winter Gardens

4.5/5(12 reviews)

The Beatles, Oasis and The White Stripes are among the world-famous bands that have performed on the stage in this complex of arenas for music, comedy and plays.

Winter Gardens

Things to do

SEA LIFE Blackpool

SEA LIFE Blackpool

£18
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE Blackpool
The Blackpool Tower Circus

The Blackpool Tower Circus

£18
per adult
The Blackpool Tower Circus
The Blackpool Tower Dungeons

The Blackpool Tower Dungeons

£16
per adult
The Blackpool Tower Dungeons
Bar and Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Blackpool

Bar and Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Blackpool

£10
per adult
Bar and Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Blackpool
Magic, Live.

90 Minute Family Close-Up Magic and illusionism Show in Blackpool

£14
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
90 Minute Family Close-Up Magic and illusionism Show in Blackpool
Just some of the hundreds of comedians who’ve performed for us

Friday & Saturday night comedy club entry

£20
per adult
Friday & Saturday night comedy club entry
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Top hotels in North Shore

The Imperial Hotel
The Imperial Hotel
4 out of 5
North Promenade, Blackpool, England
The price is £50 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
£50
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Blackpool. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,196 reviews)
Worth staying here.
"Lovely hotel with beautiful antique surroundings. Many personalities have stayed there. Plush environment. Good breakfast in the mornings, Good size well equipped bedrooms.Best to come early as busy after8:30 a m. Good central location. Parking on site."

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

The Imperial Hotel
The Grand Hotel Blackpool
The Grand Hotel Blackpool
4 out of 5
Promenade, Blackpool, England
The price is £45 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
£45
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Blackpool. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,007 reviews)
Decent hotel but no AC
"Nice hotel; has everything but it was hot and didn’t realise there were fans in cupboards when really got desperate. Mattress was worn on edges so had to put pillow under the mattress to prevent fall off in sleep. Nice pillows. Clean toilets. Had iron and hair dryer."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

The Grand Hotel Blackpool
Bluewaters Hotel
Bluewaters Hotel
3 out of 5
296-300 North Promenade, Blackpool, England
The price is £44 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
£44
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Blackpool. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7/10 Good! (250 reviews)
"Stayed in room 115 and was described as cosy which it was and comfortable and clean. Second night was noisy from the TV and loud talking from the room below. Breakfast was excellent and included and a good price for two night stay. Car parking at the front of hotel in good location. Would stay ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

Bluewaters Hotel
The President Hotel
The President Hotel
3 out of 5
NORTH PROMENADE,320/324, Blackpool, England
The price is £32 per night from 17 Jul to 18 Jul
£32
17 Jul - 18 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Blackpool. Enjoy a beach locale, 2 bars/lounges and a nightclub. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
6.4/10 (813 reviews)
"The property is on the seafront. With bus and tram stops outside. Also parking available at property.The room was clean although basic it served the purpose for an overnight stay.The price was exceptionally good and offered a full cooked breakfast. Which was hot n tasty. Staff were pleasant and ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

The President Hotel
The Doric Hotel
The Doric Hotel
3.5 out of 5
48 - 52 Queens Promenade, North Shore, Blackpool, England
The price is £81 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
£81
9 Jul - 10 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Blackpool. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (415 reviews)
"Pool inside and out made my little ones wknd x"

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

The Doric Hotel
Holiday Inn Blackpool by IHG
Holiday Inn Blackpool by IHG
3.5 out of 5
85 Talbot Road, Blackpool, England
The price is £76 per night from 10 Jul to 11 Jul
£76
10 Jul - 11 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Blackpool. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (331 reviews)
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Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around North Shore

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Blackpool Town Center

4/5(437 area reviews)

Blackpool Town Center is noteworthy for its theatres, and you can make a stop at top attractions like SEA LIFE Blackpool and Coral Island.

Blackpool Town Center
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Bispham

Visitors to Bispham enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Blackpool Beach is worth a stop.

Bispham
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South Shore

4/5(978 area reviews)

South Shore is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Blackpool Pleasure Beach and Sandcastle Waterpark, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Blackpool.

South Shore

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