Blackpool Attractions

Blackpool Tower
Opened in 1894, it has been a dominant landmark of the Blackpool skyline since that time. Inspired by the Eiffel Tower of Paris, France, it is 158m (518ft 9in) tall. Beneath the tower is a complex of leisure facilities, entertainment venues and restaurants, including the world famous Tower Ballroom and Tower Circus.

North Pier
The northernmost of Blackpool's three piers. It includes a small shopping arcade, a small tramway and the North Pier Theatre toward the end of the pier. The pier end also used to have a helicopter pad, but this was damaged at Christmas 1997 by a windstorm and collapsed into the Irish Sea.

Central Pier
The middle pier, includes a large ferris wheel and shops.

South Pier
The southernmost pier. Almost directly opposite the Pleasure Beach, it houses a theme park.

Pleasure Beach Blackpool
The famous theme park. Rides include the Pepsi Max Big One, which was the worlds fastest and tallest complete circuit rollercoaster in the world between 1994 and 1996.

The Winter Gardens
A large entertainment and conference venue in the town centre. Includes the Opera House (one of the largest theatres in Europe), Pavilion Theatre, Empress Ballroom, Spanish Hall, Arena and Olympia.

Blackpool Beach
Stretching along the whole seafront. The main natural attraction for tourists.

Funny Girls
World Famous Drag Cabaret Burlesque Showbar, located on the North Shore.

Blackpool Zoo
The beach rovides a home to over 1500 animals from all over the world.

Grand Theatre
Victorian theatre designed by Frank Matcham. Also now known as the National Theatre of Variety.

Great Promenade Show
A series of modern artwork installations along Blackpool's South Promenade. Includes the Blackpool High Tide Organ an unusual musical monument which uses the movements of the sea to make music.

Louis Tussaud's Waxworks
Waxwork Museum, featuring models of celebrities, musicians, sports personalities and the famous Chamber of Horrors.

Doctor Who Exhibition
The Biggest Doctor Who Exhibition in the UK - contains props and costumes from the long-running BBC TV series, including some from recently aired programmes.

Sandcastle Water Park
A indoor swimming pool with slides and waves. Next to the South Pier.

Stanley Park
Grade II Historic Park & Gardens with Golf Course, Cricket Club, Sports Arena, Lake, Art Deco Restaurant, Model Village, Gardens, etc.