Things To Do in Blackpool
Looking for must-see places and things to do in Blackpool? Whether in Blackpool for a day-trip, a weekend away or a family holiday, be sure to do your homework before heading to there as the amount of things to do in Blackpool can be overwhelming!
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Top things to do in Blackpool: Aside from Blackpool Pleasure Beach (home to the terrifying Pepsi Max Big One rollercoaster) and Blackpool Tower, there are many attractions for visitors to see and lots of things to do in Blackpool. From Blackpool Zoo (home to more than 1,500 animals) to the Winter Gardens; Louis Tussaud’s Waxworks to Stanley Park, one thing is sure and that’s no matter what you are into, you can never run out of things to do in Blackpool!
Browse our selection of attractions and things to do in Blackpool and start planning a fun-packed holiday in Blackpool!
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Blackpool Illuminations
Blackpool Illuminations - also known as ‘The Lights’ - is a Lights Festival running each year for 66 days from early September to early November. Blackpool Illuminations first shined in 1879 and over 100,000 visitors made their way to Blackpool to see the Illuminations.
Blackpool Pleasure Beach
Blackpool Pleasure Beach is the most visited amusement parks in the UK with 6 million visitors each year and is jam packed with over 125 thrilling rides and attractions - including no less than 12 roller coasters!
So if you are in Blackpool this Summer and want to have fun, excitement and ride some incredible rides, then Blackpool Pleasure Beach is for you!
Blackpool Sea Life Centre
Located on Blackpool’s Golden Mile between Central Pier and Blackpool Tower, Blackpool Sea Life Centre is one of UK’s most popular marine life aquariums and is also one of the most fascinating and educational underwater adventures.
Blackpool Tower
Probably the most famous landmarks in Blackpool and the UK, Blackpool Tower proudly stands 158m (518ft 9 inches) high over Blackpool’s Golden Mile. The Tower was opened on 14th May 1894 and was inspired by and modelled on the Eiffel Tower in Paris. Blackpool Tower is so imposing that not only can the Tower be seen from all over Blackpool, but also from a number of nearby towns
Blackpool Winter Gardens
Blackpool Winter Gardens first opened in 1878 and was designed as an indoor entertainment venue. Today, Blackpool Winter Gardens is regarded as one of the most magnificent pieces of architecture in Blackpool along with Blackpool Tower and the rand Theatre.
Blackpool Zoo
Escape and unwind this summer and let Blackpool Zoo entertain you!
Blackpool Zoo – set in 32 acres of mature parkland and lakes - is the ideal place to learn about your favourite animals and ones of the best ways to spend a great day out with the family!
Blackpool Louis Tussaud’s Waxworks
Get up close and personal with the stars!
Located on Blackpool’s promenade, just opposite the central pier, Louis Tussaud’s Waxworks is probably one of the oldest attractions in Blackpool.
Blackpool Sandcastle Waterpark
Located on the site of the former South Shore Open Air Baths at South Beach and opened in 1986, Sandcastle Waterpark in Blackpool is the UK’s largest Indoor Waterpark.
Blackpool Stanley Park
If after a long day you want to escape the hustle and bustle of Blackpool Pleasure Beach and busy promenade, why not head to Stanley Park?