What to do in Blackpool

Activities, attractions and tours

Blackpool Tower featuring a beach, a coastal town and general coastal views
Blackpool Pleasure Beach showing rides
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Blackpool Grand Theatre which includes signage

Blackpool Attractions

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Places of interest in Blackpool

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Blackpool attractions

Blackpool has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Blackpool to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Blackpool.

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Top places to visit

1. Blackpool Pleasure Beach

With its labyrinth of roller coasters overlooking the Irish Sea, Blackpool Pleasure Beach is one of the most talked-about attractions on the British Isles. The amusement park dates back to the late 19th century and has 10 major roller coasters, of which four are wooden. Enjoy the views of the Fylde Coast and the city of Blackpool as you rush up and down the ramps at top speeds.
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Experience weightlessness from a huge drop and zoom around the tracks with a stunning panorama of Blackpool’s coastline in this vast theme park.

2. Blackpool Tower

Modeled on the Eiffel Tower in Paris, Blackpool Tower is an impressive freestanding tower on Blackpool’s iconic coastline. The tall red tower and its observation deck rise from a large base containing a ballroom and a circus. Snap photos of the impressive structure from a great distance along the flat terrain of the Fylde Coast.
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Blackpool Tower as well as a small group of people

3. Winter Gardens

The Winter Gardens is an entertainment center containing a range of venues for performing arts, dance recitals and political gatherings. Dating back to 1878, the arena has long played a key role in Blackpool’s cultural scene and has hosted some of the world’s most iconic musical acts. Attend a concert at one of the impressive venues within this special building.
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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.

4. Blackpool Central Pier

Blackpool Central Pier has long been among the preeminent attractions in the city. It stands out as the most entertaining pier in this popular coastal resort, with plenty of rides and attractions for kids and adults. Ride high above the cityscape on the iconic Ferris wheel for excellent views of the Irish Sea and the rest of the Fylde Coast.
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Blackpool Central Pier featuring general coastal views and night scenes

5. North Pier

Genteel Victorian values and a yearning for high-brow entertainment combined to form the North Pier in the 1860s. Its orchestral recitals and upscale theater productions lured visitors of a higher social standing than that of its neighboring piers, although many all-embracing attractions were later installed. Walk out along the pier and appreciate some of the 19th-century architecture along the wooden deck.
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North Pier showing a sandy beach, general coastal views and a sunset

6. Blackpool Zoo

Blackpool Zoo puts on a range of animal talks and keeper experiences to give you and your kids a fun and interactive day out. Roaming within the enclosures are creatures from across the globe, from Asian elephants and African lions to Caribbean flamingos and Chilean rose tarantulas. Pass through this eclectic zoo for a closer look at some of nature’s gems.
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Your kids can spend the day as zookeepers, as they tend to the big cats, the penguins and the giraffes. See smiling frogs and cheeky monkeys in this zoo.

7. Blackpool North Shore Beach

Blackpool North Shore Beach comprises the northern section of the 7-mile (11-kilometer) strand hugging the city’s western coastline. It features an elegant and historic pier, a tall obelisk and a multi-layered sitting area. Take photos of the Victorian buildings facing this historic section of beach.
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Blackpool North Shore Beach featuring a monument as well as a small group of people

What to do in Blackpool

Popular places to visit

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
Blackpool Central Pier featuring general coastal views and night scenes

Blackpool Central Pier

4/5(560 reviews)

With its arcade games, rides and palm readers, this fun and entertaining wharf was designed as a lighter alternative to its genteel northern neighbor.

Blackpool Central Pier
Blackpool Illuminations

Blackpool Illuminations

4/5(298 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Blackpool with a stop at Blackpool Illuminations. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

Blackpool Illuminations
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
Coral Island

Coral Island

4/5(38 reviews)

Bring the children to Coral Island and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Blackpool. Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Coral Island
Blackpool Zoo

Blackpool Zoo

4.5/5(37 reviews)

Your kids can spend the day as zookeepers, as they tend to the big cats, the penguins and the giraffes. See smiling frogs and cheeky monkeys in this zoo.

Blackpool Zoo
Blackpool North Shore Beach featuring a monument as well as a small group of people

Blackpool North Shore Beach

Elegant Victorian buildings overlook this wide expanse of golden sand, where you’ll find Blackpool’s longest and most historic pier.

Blackpool North Shore Beach

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Blackpool Town Center

4/5(437 area reviews)

Intriguing museums and Victorian architecture overlooking the beaches and piers provide insights into the history of this preeminent vacation resort.

Blackpool Town Center
Blackpool Central Library which includes heritage architecture

North Shore

4/5(800 area reviews)

The fantastic nightlife and breathtaking beach views are just a few highlights of North Shore. Make a stop by Funny Girls or North Pier while you're exploring the area.

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South Shore

4/5(978 area reviews)

Indoor and outdoor activities ensure excitement never ends in this district, no matter the weather. Have ice cream on the pier and watch the winter lights go on.

South Shore
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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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Day trip destinations from Blackpool

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Preston

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