Blackpool Travel Guides

A Blackpool travel guide – kiss-me-quick summers, Victorian seaside pastimes and warming winter illuminations

Take a Blackpool City break in this seaside resort for English heritage with a cheeky front. Find Victorian theatres and peaceful nature reserves alongside the lively piers and Pleasure Beach. Book a Blackpool hotel to be entertained and revived in the great Lancashire outdoors.

Nightlife & Entertainment in Blackpool

When the sun goes down in Blackpool, the home of the illuminations sparkles into life. Blackpool is the nation's seaside nightlife capital, and whether you want to grab a sparkly pink cowgirl hat, or taste freshly brewed local ales in atmospheric pubs, there’s something to make everyone’s night an unforgettable one.

Family Friendly Attractions in Blackpool

With roaring animals, thrilling rides, and kid-friendly cuisine all waiting, your whole clan is bound to leave Blackpool beaming. It's been the undisputed home of family holidays for over a century, and with rich pickings when it comes to quality attractions and kid-friendly restaurants, you’re guaranteed a hassle-free stay.

Arts and Culture in Blackpool

Strap on your dancing shoes, and waltz into the best Blackpool offers. With dozens of grand venues showcasing dance, opera, and theatre - and with quirky works of art littering the seaside promenade - Blackpool’s cultural scene is currently towering like never before.

Where to Stay in Blackpool – a neighbourhood guide

A favourite holiday destination of Victorian Brits, Blackpool now offers a tasty fusion of sweet nostalgia and modern entertainment. The town’s hotels cater to visitors in search of luxury and relaxation, as well as those after a weekend of roaring fun. Whether you want the town centre, with its old school seaside shops and eateries, or a quieter spot with some stunning scenery, there's a lot to choose from.

Blackpool Shopping Guide – where and what to shop and buy

From cute independent stores to popular high-street fashion, Blackpool is well equipped to handle all of your shopping needs. Whether you’re looking for the biggest designer names and global brands or a little something out of the ordinary, this vibrant seaside town has got the right combination of grand shopping centres, open-air markets and store-lined streets to hit the desired mark.

What to See and Do in Blackpool – a guide to notable attractions and landmarks

While Blackpool's retro amusements continue to thrill the swarms of holidaymakers who flood the colourful coastline every year, the seaside town has more in store than just rollercoasters and ghost trains. Spread beneath the iconic Blackpool Tower is a buzzing circuit board of lively entertainment and cultural allure, with boutique shops and bustling markets close at hand.

Where to Eat in Blackpool – a food and dining guide

True to its historic status as one of the UK’s favourite seaside getaways, Blackpool is crammed with tasty dining options equipped to satisfy a wide variety of palates. A combination of refined restaurants, cosy cafés, and famous fish bars can be found throughout the town, catering to all budgets. Whether you’re looking for traditional British fare in a unique setting or something a touch more adventurous – perhaps with a fiery punch of spice – there’s plenty on offer.

Blackpool Travel Tips

The shining lights of the Las Vegas of the North welcome you to Blackpool, a larger than life destination where all kinds of seaside shenanigans await. Blackpool was once the Victorian resort of choice, and the town still has coastal charm running through it like a stick of rock. So get ready to scream as you ride the Big One, gasp as you take in the view from the top of the tower, and laugh wildly as you jive to 70s pop in this dancing destination.

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