What to do in Blackpool

Activities, attractions and tours

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

Blackpool Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Blackpool has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Blackpool is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Blackpool to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Blackpool Attractions

Expedia 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 to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Blackpool.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Blackpool attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.

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Gruffalo & Friends Clubhouse Blackpool Tickets: CA $9
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What to do in Blackpool

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Blackpool Pleasure Beach

5/5(2 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
Winter Gardens featuring interior views and heritage elements

Winter Gardens

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 Tower as well as a small group of people

Blackpool Tower

4/5(5 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
Blackpool Central Pier which includes general coastal views and night scenes

Blackpool Central Pier

4/5(5 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
North Pier featuring a sunset, a beach and general coastal views

North Pier

4/5(1 review)

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
Blackpool Zoo featuring zoo animals and land animals as well as a family

Blackpool Zoo

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
Only on for a few weeks in the later part of the year the famous illuminations at Blackpool see a large stretch of the promenade displayed in thousands of lights and illuminated displays. You can take a tram, walk or drive through them and it’s the perfect way to end a day here.

Blackpool Illuminations

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Blackpool when you take a trip to Blackpool Illuminations. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

Blackpool Illuminations
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
Blackpool Tower Ballroom featuring performance art, theatre scenes and interior views

Blackpool Tower Ballroom

Venture back in time to a bygone era of ballroom dancing and afternoon tea in the presence of the iconic Wurlitzer organ.

Blackpool Tower Ballroom

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Blackpool Town Center

4/5(2 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

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

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

North Shore
Blackpool Pleasure Beach

South Shore

3.5/5(7 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
Shelter between Norbreck and Bispham

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

Just at the top of the stairs by the fountain. This is a quote from a poem called 'The Soldier' by Rupert Brooke

Preston

Promenade in Lytham St Annes Lancashire UK

Lytham St. Anne's

Old wooden and metal boats at Fleetwood Boat Graveyard, Fleetwood, Lancashire, UK

Poulton-le-Fylde

England, Lancashire, Blackpool, Golden Mile at night, low angle view (blurred motion)

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Frequently asked questions

Is Blackpool worth visiting?
Providing a mix of golfing and watersports, there are many things to do in Blackpool. While you're here, head to Blackpool Central Pier, a top attraction in the area.
How do I spend a day in Blackpool?
Start your adventures with a visit to Blackpool Central Pier and Sandcastle Waterpark. Then, explore other areas of Blackpool for local dining and some souvenir shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Blackpool?
Blackpool Central Pier is one of the top tourist attractions in Blackpool and should be high on every itinerary of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Blackpool?
Three days will give you enough time to tick off the leading city highlights, like Blackpool Central Pier, Sandcastle Waterpark and Blackpool Zoo. The average stay in Blackpool is two days. If you have the urge to extend your trip, Liverpool isn't far away.
Is Blackpool a walkable city?
With vibrant neighbourhoods and top sights within walking distance of the city centre, Blackpool is a great place to see on foot. Wander between Blackpool Central Pier and Sandcastle Waterpark. Then take a stroll through South Shore, located 3 kilometres from downtown, and North Shore, which is roughly 2 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Blackpool with kids?
Whether you're travelling with hard-to-please teens or tiny adventurers, a schedule filled with fun activities sets the tone for a great escape. Check out our recommendations for what to do in Blackpool with kids.

What to do in Blackpool for adults?
There are loads of things to do in Blackpool, with experiences for adults of all ages. End the day with a visit to Funny Girls or Ma Kellys Foxhall.
Are there free things to do in Blackpool?
One of the easiest ways to find free things to do in Blackpool is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider views on interesting neighbourhoods, parks and other major attractions you can enjoy without taking your wallet out. Blackpool Central Pier is one place that doesn't have an admission fee.

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