Things To Do And See In Blackpool

Blackpool is a popular seaside tourist destination in Lancashire, England. This destination has something to offer to everyone. It is known for its parties, festivals, beaches, rides, and Louis Tussaud's museum.

If you are planning to visit Blackpool, then you must make your hotel reservation well in advance. This destination witnesses a sudden rush of tourists during the summer season. Most Blackpool hotels are full during that time. To avoid disappointment, it is best to book a hotel according to your budget and requirements. For this you may read reviews of hotels in Blackpool.

While in Blackpool, you will not have a single dull moment as there are so many things to do and see.

Blackpool Tower

Blackpool Tower has been inspired by the Eiffel Tower. This tower is 158 ft high and has a viewing platform 380 feet above the Promenade. You can reach the platform by lift and see below the Promenade through the glass panel. Other attractions within tower include Ballroom, Circus, Aquarium, and Jurassic Walk. You can spend your entire day at this tower for a small admission fee of $10.

If your idea of holiday is to spend most of your time exploring places and shopping, you should look for Blackpool hotels that are closer to coastline. This will make sure that you do not miss anything happening in Blackpool.

The Golden Mile

It is the stretch of Promenade between North Pier and South Pier. Amusement parks, nightclubs, and slot machines are aplenty here. There are several eating joints on this stretch. One of the famous attractions of The Golden Mile is Louis Tussaud's Museum that houses wax statues of celebrities across the world. If you are interested in sea fauna, you should visit Blackpool Sea Life Center. It has tunnel pathways surrounding by enclosed water containing sharks and other sea creatures. Walking through these tunnels is both exciting and unnerving.

If you are planning to spend most of your time in Blackpool playing on slot machines and watching golden sands, then staying in any one of the Blackpool hotels near The Golden Mile will be best for you.

The Pleasure Beach

This amusement park is located along the South Shore. It has 125 rides, which includes Pepsi Max Big One, Wild Mouse, Infusion, and Rollercoaster. This park has several eateries as well.

The Sandcastle

Whether you are going with friends or family, a visit to The Sandcastle is a must. This water park is one of the main attractions of Blackpool. It has 18 slides that include thunder falls, water pools, and lazy river. You can also request for organizing a party within the park. The Sandcastle is opposite to The Pleasure Beach. There are many Blackpool hotels in the vicinity. Booking any of them will ensure that you do not have to travel far for sightseeing and enjoying joy rides.

You can buy tickets to amusement parks and other places through Internet. Not only will that help you to avoid queues, but will also help you to save money, as there are special discounts for online bookings.