Charles Alexander Short Stay’s guidebook to Blackpool
Sightseeing
No trip to Blackpool would be complete without a trip to (or up) to the world famous Tower. 518ft of fun, with amazing views of the town from the top and tonnes of attractions inside for all family.
97 locals recommend
Blackpool Tower
No trip to Blackpool would be complete without a trip to (or up) to the world famous Tower. 518ft of fun, with amazing views of the town from the top and tonnes of attractions inside for all family.
The UK's favourite amusement park, with over 100 rides and attractions. Home to the UK's fastest roller coaster - the Big One - and several traditional wooden coasters, the UK's only Nickelodeon Land, the world's only Wallace & Gromit ride and Icon, a double launch coaster. Also home to Blackpool Ice Arena, the White Tower restaurant and lots of other attractions.
17 locals recommend
Blackpool Pleasure Beach station
The UK's favourite amusement park, with over 100 rides and attractions. Home to the UK's fastest roller coaster - the Big One - and several traditional wooden coasters, the UK's only Nickelodeon Land, the world's only Wallace & Gromit ride and Icon, a double launch coaster. Also home to Blackpool Ice Arena, the White Tower restaurant and lots of other attractions.
Blackpool Zoo is a 32-acre zoo, owned by Parques Reunidos and located in the sea-side resort of Blackpool, Lancashire, England. It provides a home to over 1,350 animals from all over the world
88 locals recommend
Blackpool Zoo
East Park DriveBlackpool Zoo is a 32-acre zoo, owned by Parques Reunidos and located in the sea-side resort of Blackpool, Lancashire, England. It provides a home to over 1,350 animals from all over the world
Built in the 1860s, it is also the oldest and longest of the three. Although originally intended only as a promenade, it is now home to bars and entertainment venues or simply enjoy a walk and a unique view of the resort.
28 locals recommend
North Pier
PromenadeBuilt in the 1860s, it is also the oldest and longest of the three. Although originally intended only as a promenade, it is now home to bars and entertainment venues or simply enjoy a walk and a unique view of the resort.
Home to arcades and rides for all the family and bars and entertainment venues. Yards from the Tower and other attractions and a great stop when walking along the Promenade.
21 locals recommend
Central Pier
Home to arcades and rides for all the family and bars and entertainment venues. Yards from the Tower and other attractions and a great stop when walking along the Promenade.
Originally known as the Victorian Pier, South Pier is great for all the family, yards from the Pleasure Beach and Sandcastle Waterpark and other local attractions.
23 locals recommend
South Pier
PromenadeOriginally known as the Victorian Pier, South Pier is great for all the family, yards from the Pleasure Beach and Sandcastle Waterpark and other local attractions.
18 slides, set in a tropical venue and access for all, the multi-award winning Sandcastle is a must for all the family.
85 locals recommend
Sandcastle Water Park
Promenade18 slides, set in a tropical venue and access for all, the multi-award winning Sandcastle is a must for all the family.
The Grade II-listed park, which opened in 1926, has been voted the best park in the UK for the second time in three years.
Stretching across 390 breath-taking acres, this oasis of elegance boasts a magical blend of architecture, horticulture and recreation.
Known across the land for its bandstand, boating lake and Italian gardens, this beautiful, tranquil place is a world away from the hustle and bustle of Blackpool seafront.
Open every day between dawn and dusk, the park is split into four zones: the north and western formal gardens; the eastern area lake and woodland area; and the south stretch containing children’s play areas and sports facilities.
70 locals recommend
Stanley Park
Walton LaneThe Grade II-listed park, which opened in 1926, has been voted the best park in the UK for the second time in three years.
Stretching across 390 breath-taking acres, this oasis of elegance boasts a magical blend of architecture, horticulture and recreation.
Known across the land for its bandstand, boating lake and Italian gardens, this beautiful, tranquil place is a world away from the hustle and bustle of Blackpool seafront.
Open every day between dawn and dusk, the park is split into four zones: the north and western formal gardens; the eastern area lake and woodland area; and the south stretch containing children’s play areas and sports facilities.
Grand Theatre
33 Church StImpressive 1878 building with several venues for shows and events, plus bars, a restaurant and cafe.
37 locals recommend
Winter Gardens Blackpool
97 Church StImpressive 1878 building with several venues for shows and events, plus bars, a restaurant and cafe.
Sea Life Blackpool
PromenadeFamily-friendly exhibits with a variety of sea creatures.
Meet the famous and take selfies with your favourite celebrities from the world of music, sport, Marvel, TV and comedy.
51 locals recommend
Madame Tussauds Blackpool
89 PromenadeMeet the famous and take selfies with your favourite celebrities from the world of music, sport, Marvel, TV and comedy.
Cleveleys Promenade
Thornton GateCity advice
Getting around
Blackpool runs an efficient tram and bus service.
Trams run from dawn till dusk from Starr Gate in the south to Fleetwood in the North. It's the best and most efficient way to travel around Blackpool and the north of the Fylde.
Book before you go
Book everything online before you go.
For the best experience (and the cheapest) book major attractions online before you arrive as you can save up to 30% online at most attractions, it also cuts down the queues.