Known for its beaches, amusement arcades and donkey rides, Blackpool brings a lot of vibrance and tourism each year. Most popular in the summer months, tourists flock to the North West to visit Blackpool’s top tourist spots; Blackpool Tower, Pleasure beach and rides, no wonder its a hit with tourists year after year!
Have a browse below through our top local attractions to must see and do during your stay with us!
The world-famous Illuminations need little introduction. There are six miles of traditional festoons and tableaux along the Promenade – no wonder it’s commonly known as the greatest free light show on Earth!
In 2021, Blackpool Illuminations will be shining from 3 September – 3 January 2022.
Find out more on the Blackpool Illuminations website here.
There’s something for everyone at Blackpool Pleasure Beach with thrilling rides and spectacular shows you’ll be sure to have the time of your life!
For the ultimate in thrills, why not brave Pleasure Beach’s tallest rollercoaster, The Big One? Experience the Pleasure Beach’s newest coaster, ICON. Hold your breath as you board Infusion, the exhilarating five looping coaster suspended completely over water. Brave Valhalla, the world’s most spectacular dark ride featuring amazing special effects or feel the thrill of one of the world’s only twin track coasters, the Grand National plus lots, lots more.
Find out more about Blackpool Pleasure Beach here.
The Blackpool Tower is a true British institution. It is the iconic feature of Blackpool’s famous seafront, and continues to bring as much joy to visitors as it did when it was first constructed in 1894.
Few attractions prove that #BlackpoolHasItAll quite like The Blackpool Tower, with stunning attractions for all the family to enjoy.
Find out more about The Blackpool Tower here.
What sets Blackpool Zoo apart from other zoos? Close encounters with animals, excellent facilities for our less able visitors and happy, friendly staff who want to make your visit fun! The zoo stands out in the resort, too, as being an attraction the whole family can visit together. We also have the only gorillas in the north-west and one of the best sea lion displays in the UK. Add to that those, Project Elephant Base Camp, then put it all into 37 acres of beautiful, traditional English parkland and you have the hidden gem that is Blackpool Zoo.
Find out more information about Blackpool Zoo prior to your visit here.
Showcasing over 1,000 spectacular aquatic creatures across 50 dazzling displays, SEA LIFE Blackpool is sure to excite visitors of all ages. Experience the secrets of the deep sea and examine these spectacular species up close from just £14.50.
Find out more about what sea creatures you’re able to see here.