Things to do
Things to do in Blackpool
Blackpool is the perfect destination for every kind of vacation, whether you want to relax, have fun, or do both. You don’t have to go very far to experience something amazing, as the Town is filled with award-winning attractions.
Blackpool Winter Gardens
The Winter Gardens Blackpool’s theatres, ballrooms, exposition halls, and public places have been entertaining and welcoming vast crowds of people since the city began in 1878. The Opera House, one of the largest theatres in the UK, is only one of its many locations. Nearly 3000 people can fit inside. The Opera House consistently hosts world-class performances from touring companies.
Next door is the renowned Empress Ballroom. There are several annual events held there, including the Blackpool Dance Festival, the PDC World Matchplay darts competition, and world-famous concerts.
Enjoyable activities, shows, and workshops are what the Winter Gardens Blackpool is all about.
Blackpool Tower
There are five great attractions here, and they’re all under one roof, so you can have a great day no matter the weather. The Blackpool Tower features a brand new 4D theatre, a beautiful ballroom, a circus, an ancient dungeon, and Jungle Jim’s indoor adventure playground. From the stunning architecture to the numerous events hosted each year, there is something for everyone to enjoy.The Blackpool Tower is an iconic landmark along the Fylde Coast. It has been attracting visitors for over 125 years after it was opened. The tower is home to a number of amazing features that visitors of any age can enjoy.
Blackpool SeaLife
Blackpool Sealife Centre This aquarium is home to over 5,000 magical animals, and visitors can do everything from stroke the noses of fish to feed the sharks, all the way to exploring the brand-new Octopus Hideout. It’s the only place of its kind in this coastal city.There is a wide variety of marine animals in the waters of the United Kingdom and beyond, and you can learn everything about them at the Blackpool Sealife Centre. Keep your eyes peeled for sharks, stingrays, and other breathtaking marine life as you explore the displays and tanks.
Blackpool Sandcastle Water Park
The largest indoor waterpark in the UK is located in Blackpool, and it’s called Sandcastle Waterpark.Typhoon Lagoon, our fantastic wave pool, and the many other attractions here are perfect for families. The Ushi Gushi River Creek is our exciting and fast-moving action river, and the Thunderfalls Waterslides stretch for more than 300 feet of twisting and turning family excitement.Thrill-seekers will enjoy the United Kingdom (UK)’s largest indoor roller coaster waterslide, Master Blaster, as well as other enormous and thrilling waterslides. Try out the roof’s Aztec Falls and Montazooma for some hairpin turns, high speeds and unexpected thrills. Sidewinder is the first water slide of its kind, indoors or out, to feature a vertical drop.
Blackpool Zoo
This award-winning zoo is fun for people of all ages. The park has something for everyone, including a miniature safari trail modelled after dinosaurs and a lemur tour during which the animals run about at visitors’ feet.There are a number of restaurants for guests to select from, or they can bring their own food and enjoy a picnic in the park on a nice day. There are plenty of souvenir shops so that guests can take a little of the magic home with them.
Relax on a Heritage Tram Tour along the Promenade or in Stanley Park’s expansive gardens if you’d rather take it easy.