Things to do
Entertainment
Funny Girls is an adult only cabaret showbar on the North Shore of Blackpool, Lancashire, England. The cast comprise male dancers and drag performers. Tongue in cheek humour with lots of excellent choreography and music. A great night out for the adults only a few minutes walk away. The first opening routine is 8:30pm, the finale is 11pm. We would recommend standing tickets which are cheaper but you have a better view. Standing prices:
Monday - Thursday £5.
Friday £7.50.
Saturday £9.50.
Sunday £6.
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Funny Girls
5 Dickson RdFunny Girls is an adult only cabaret showbar on the North Shore of Blackpool, Lancashire, England. The cast comprise male dancers and drag performers. Tongue in cheek humour with lots of excellent choreography and music. A great night out for the adults only a few minutes walk away. The first opening routine is 8:30pm, the finale is 11pm. We would recommend standing tickets which are cheaper but you have a better view. Standing prices:
Monday - Thursday £5.
Friday £7.50.
Saturday £9.50.
Sunday £6.
the Blackpool Tower Circus is a right of passage for many children in the UK, I still remember when I went for the first time as a child. The show will not disappoint as it brings stunts and comedy to the must-see show of the season. Jokes for the adults and kids. Mooky and Mr.Boo deliver belly-laughs aplenty with their hilarious slapstick antics teamed with stunts from top class acts all over the world. For more information: https://www.theblackpooltower.com/attractions/blackpool-tower-circus/
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The Blackpool Tower
the Blackpool Tower Circus is a right of passage for many children in the UK, I still remember when I went for the first time as a child. The show will not disappoint as it brings stunts and comedy to the must-see show of the season. Jokes for the adults and kids. Mooky and Mr.Boo deliver belly-laughs aplenty with their hilarious slapstick antics teamed with stunts from top class acts all over the world. For more information: https://www.theblackpooltower.com/attractions/blackpool-tower-circus/
The Winter Gardens Blackpool is home to some of the best shows in the UK. The venues are full of charm, heritage, and character. If you get a chance to see a show then enjoy this wonderful venue.
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Winter Gardens Blackpool
97 Church StThe Winter Gardens Blackpool is home to some of the best shows in the UK. The venues are full of charm, heritage, and character. If you get a chance to see a show then enjoy this wonderful venue.
The original Galleon Bar opened in 1954. This is one of Blackpool's quirky and best loved bars. It's frequented by all age groups and has live singers and instruments.
The schedule can vary but this is the typical structure.
Monday - Open Mic
Tuesday - Every 2nd & Last Tuesday Stephen Pierre and Sara Cheston
Wednesday - Mikey Ts Rockin Boogie Band
Thursday - Jonathan & Adam our House Duo
Friday - Jonathan & Adam our House Duo
Saturday - Jonathan & Adam our House Duo
Sunday - Jonathan & Adam our House Duo
The Galleon Bar
68-70 Abingdon StreetThe original Galleon Bar opened in 1954. This is one of Blackpool's quirky and best loved bars. It's frequented by all age groups and has live singers and instruments.
The schedule can vary but this is the typical structure.
Monday - Open Mic
Tuesday - Every 2nd & Last Tuesday Stephen Pierre and Sara Cheston
Wednesday - Mikey Ts Rockin Boogie Band
Thursday - Jonathan & Adam our House Duo
Friday - Jonathan & Adam our House Duo
Saturday - Jonathan & Adam our House Duo
Sunday - Jonathan & Adam our House Duo
The first ever and only purpose built comedy club in Blackpool! An adult only event every. Friday and Saturday night, four of the U.K.’s funniest people, as seen on shows such as Mock the Week, 8 Out of 10 Cats, Live at the Apollo and more. A good night out for a laugh.
Comedy Station Comedy Club, Blackpool
Bank Hey StreetThe first ever and only purpose built comedy club in Blackpool! An adult only event every. Friday and Saturday night, four of the U.K.’s funniest people, as seen on shows such as Mock the Week, 8 Out of 10 Cats, Live at the Apollo and more. A good night out for a laugh.
Michael Jordan's High Jinx Magic, Illusion and Circus show is a fast paced mix of magic, illusions, juggling escapology and music delivered in a way to leave you amazed, puzzled and even scared, but above all entertained. A fun filled show for all the family! Only a few minutes walk away.
High Jinx Magic Illusion and Circus show
Bank Hey StreetMichael Jordan's High Jinx Magic, Illusion and Circus show is a fast paced mix of magic, illusions, juggling escapology and music delivered in a way to leave you amazed, puzzled and even scared, but above all entertained. A fun filled show for all the family! Only a few minutes walk away.
Sightseeing
The most iconic building in Blackpool. The Blackpool Tower was opened to the public on 14 May 1894. When completed Blackpool Tower was the tallest man made structure in the British Empire. It has it's own glass floor at the top for those who can stand heights!
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The Blackpool Tower
The most iconic building in Blackpool. The Blackpool Tower was opened to the public on 14 May 1894. When completed Blackpool Tower was the tallest man made structure in the British Empire. It has it's own glass floor at the top for those who can stand heights!
I'm sure you are aware about the Blackpool illuminations. These are only on during autumn/winter months and special occasions.
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Blackpool Illuminations
332 PromenadeI'm sure you are aware about the Blackpool illuminations. These are only on during autumn/winter months and special occasions.
The Grundy Art Gallery was founded in 1911 by the brothers John and Cuthbert Grundy, and has been at the centre of cultural and artistic life in the town for over 100 years. It began with the ambition to show the best art of the day to the people of Blackpool, and this sentiment remains at the heart of what we do today as a leading contemporary art gallery in the North West.
The Grundy aims to inspire audiences through an ambitious and varied year-round exhibitions programme that draws on the unique and invigorating context and heritage of Blackpool, for instance exploring the space between contemporary art, entertainment and popular culture.
Recent exhibitions have featured works by celebrated and critically acclaimed artists including Martin Creed, Brian Griffiths, David Hockney, Pierre Huyghe, Heather Phillipson, Susan Philipsz and Matt Stokes. The gallery has a growing national and international profile and has recently worked with key partners such as LeftCoast in Blackpool, and other institutions such as BALTIC, the British Council and the Hayward Gallery.
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Grundy Art Gallery
Queen StreetThe Grundy Art Gallery was founded in 1911 by the brothers John and Cuthbert Grundy, and has been at the centre of cultural and artistic life in the town for over 100 years. It began with the ambition to show the best art of the day to the people of Blackpool, and this sentiment remains at the heart of what we do today as a leading contemporary art gallery in the North West.
The Grundy aims to inspire audiences through an ambitious and varied year-round exhibitions programme that draws on the unique and invigorating context and heritage of Blackpool, for instance exploring the space between contemporary art, entertainment and popular culture.
Recent exhibitions have featured works by celebrated and critically acclaimed artists including Martin Creed, Brian Griffiths, David Hockney, Pierre Huyghe, Heather Phillipson, Susan Philipsz and Matt Stokes. The gallery has a growing national and international profile and has recently worked with key partners such as LeftCoast in Blackpool, and other institutions such as BALTIC, the British Council and the Hayward Gallery.
The 390-acre Stanley Park is a landmark in its own right, with a magical blend of architecture, horticulture and recreation. Stanley Park abounds in wildlife and its features appeal to the naturalist, the plant lover or one who would do nothing more than relax in elegant surroundings. Delightful horticultural displays can be found throughout the park. Don’t miss the Italian gardens, water fountains, statues, rose gardens and Remembrance Garden. Admire the impressive Cocker Tower - a memorial to Blackpool’s first Mayor Dr William Cocker, the bandstand and ornamental bridges over the lake.
Boasting one of England’s finest examples of Art Deco design and attracting interest from period enthusiasts, the Art Deco Café is a unique, historic restaurant offering spectacular indoor and alfresco views of the park. Stanley Park Blackpool boasts an array of family events and attractions from the award-wining Blackpool Model Village and Gardens, an expansive boating lake or for the less energetic, the children’s shuttle train.
Stanley Park has a long sporting history and offers the best facilities in resort from a game of pitch and putt to a round of golf, a trim trail, athletic arena and a sports club for all keep-fit enthusiasts, plus play facilities for the children.
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Stanley Park
Walton LaneThe 390-acre Stanley Park is a landmark in its own right, with a magical blend of architecture, horticulture and recreation. Stanley Park abounds in wildlife and its features appeal to the naturalist, the plant lover or one who would do nothing more than relax in elegant surroundings. Delightful horticultural displays can be found throughout the park. Don’t miss the Italian gardens, water fountains, statues, rose gardens and Remembrance Garden. Admire the impressive Cocker Tower - a memorial to Blackpool’s first Mayor Dr William Cocker, the bandstand and ornamental bridges over the lake.
Boasting one of England’s finest examples of Art Deco design and attracting interest from period enthusiasts, the Art Deco Café is a unique, historic restaurant offering spectacular indoor and alfresco views of the park. Stanley Park Blackpool boasts an array of family events and attractions from the award-wining Blackpool Model Village and Gardens, an expansive boating lake or for the less energetic, the children’s shuttle train.
Stanley Park has a long sporting history and offers the best facilities in resort from a game of pitch and putt to a round of golf, a trim trail, athletic arena and a sports club for all keep-fit enthusiasts, plus play facilities for the children.
Take a stroll where every step brings a new giggle as Blackpool welcomes a brand new floor covering with a difference. Blackpool's brand new Comedy Carpet sits in the shadow of the world famous Blackpool Tower – and it’s one of the largest pieces of public art ever commissioned in the UK.
There’s nothing like the British sense of humour, and a visit to Blackpool's Comedy Carpet is a bit like a trip to the Hollywood Walk of Fame; but immortalising and celebrating the jokes, songs and comedy catchphrases of Britain’s most well loved comedians and writers. It’s been called the horizontal Angel of the North – a must visit spot.
Comedy Carpet
PromenadeTake a stroll where every step brings a new giggle as Blackpool welcomes a brand new floor covering with a difference. Blackpool's brand new Comedy Carpet sits in the shadow of the world famous Blackpool Tower – and it’s one of the largest pieces of public art ever commissioned in the UK.
There’s nothing like the British sense of humour, and a visit to Blackpool's Comedy Carpet is a bit like a trip to the Hollywood Walk of Fame; but immortalising and celebrating the jokes, songs and comedy catchphrases of Britain’s most well loved comedians and writers. It’s been called the horizontal Angel of the North – a must visit spot.
Attractions
The Sandcastle Waterpark is the UK’s largest Indoor Waterpark with more than 18 fantastic slides and attractions in a tropical 84 degree climate. For more information: https://www.sandcastle-waterpark.co.uk/
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Sandcastle Water Park
PromenadeThe Sandcastle Waterpark is the UK’s largest Indoor Waterpark with more than 18 fantastic slides and attractions in a tropical 84 degree climate. For more information: https://www.sandcastle-waterpark.co.uk/
Enjoy a fun day out at the UK's most ride intensive theme park. Home to the legendary Big One & Valhalla. Iconic theme park rides for a fun family day out.
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Pleasure Beach
Enjoy a fun day out at the UK's most ride intensive theme park. Home to the legendary Big One & Valhalla. Iconic theme park rides for a fun family day out.
The Dungeons brings together an amazing cast of theatrical actors, special effects, stages, scenes and rides.
Full on 360 sets with gripping storytelling
10 laugh-out-loud actor led shows with 1000 years of history
State of the art theming and special effects
1 awesome drop ride
Laughs, screams and cutting edge storytelling
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The Blackpool Tower Dungeon
Bank Hey StreetThe Dungeons brings together an amazing cast of theatrical actors, special effects, stages, scenes and rides.
Full on 360 sets with gripping storytelling
10 laugh-out-loud actor led shows with 1000 years of history
State of the art theming and special effects
1 awesome drop ride
Laughs, screams and cutting edge storytelling
Showcasing over 1,000 spectacular aquatic creatures across 50 dazzling displays, SEA LIFE Blackpool is sure to excite visitors of all ages. Experience the secrets of the deep sea and examine these spectacular species up close.
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Sea Life Blackpool
PromenadeShowcasing over 1,000 spectacular aquatic creatures across 50 dazzling displays, SEA LIFE Blackpool is sure to excite visitors of all ages. Experience the secrets of the deep sea and examine these spectacular species up close.
Step into the spotlight at Madame Tussauds Blackpool, located on Blackpool's famous Promenade. Marvel at our Superheroes before enjoying a summer festival in Festival Fields followed by a drink in the Rovers Return on Coronation Street plus many more amazing interactive experiences.
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Madame Tussauds Blackpool
89 PromenadeStep into the spotlight at Madame Tussauds Blackpool, located on Blackpool's famous Promenade. Marvel at our Superheroes before enjoying a summer festival in Festival Fields followed by a drink in the Rovers Return on Coronation Street plus many more amazing interactive experiences.
There are always plenty of things to do with the kids or the whole family at Blackpool Zoo. A short 10 minute drive away.
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Blackpool Zoo
East Park DriveThere are always plenty of things to do with the kids or the whole family at Blackpool Zoo. A short 10 minute drive away.
One of the finest amusement arcade in Blackpool, where kids eat free all day every day and you'll be sure to leave laden with treasures, from the biggest and best prize shop in Blackpool.
Ready yer sea legs and leave the landlubbers behind as you soar above the crowds on the Pirate Flyer or test your nerve on the Pirates Quest Ghost Train, Yo, ho ho ho, a pirates life for me. Tickets mean prizes so come with your scallywag skills or you'll be walkin' the plank, shoot some hoops, down some clowns and shoot some zombies to collect your ticket rewards.
Bring along your doubloon's bucko, there's hours of fun to be had on the 2p pushers and seaside favourites, Savvy.
Shiver me timbers, a day at Coral Island is not complete before you round up your pirate crew and race the Camel Derby, roll those balls to race your camel to the finish line, there's a winner every time.
Shout it from the crow's nest, all scallywag kids are welcome to Eat for Free in the best restaurants across the land, The Buccaneer serves all the family favourites in the heart of a galleon ship, while my very own Captain Jacks offers the finest grill grub from Ribs, to burgers with views of the sea. If it's Fish & Chips you are seeking, look no further we have two award winning restaurants The Big Fish and Traditional Chippy, where you can eat in at Take Away prices. My parrot Peggy's Snack Bar serves classic dishes with counter service, so you don't need to be away from the action for too long matey.
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Coral Island
Bonny StreetOne of the finest amusement arcade in Blackpool, where kids eat free all day every day and you'll be sure to leave laden with treasures, from the biggest and best prize shop in Blackpool.
Ready yer sea legs and leave the landlubbers behind as you soar above the crowds on the Pirate Flyer or test your nerve on the Pirates Quest Ghost Train, Yo, ho ho ho, a pirates life for me. Tickets mean prizes so come with your scallywag skills or you'll be walkin' the plank, shoot some hoops, down some clowns and shoot some zombies to collect your ticket rewards.
Bring along your doubloon's bucko, there's hours of fun to be had on the 2p pushers and seaside favourites, Savvy.
Shiver me timbers, a day at Coral Island is not complete before you round up your pirate crew and race the Camel Derby, roll those balls to race your camel to the finish line, there's a winner every time.
Shout it from the crow's nest, all scallywag kids are welcome to Eat for Free in the best restaurants across the land, The Buccaneer serves all the family favourites in the heart of a galleon ship, while my very own Captain Jacks offers the finest grill grub from Ribs, to burgers with views of the sea. If it's Fish & Chips you are seeking, look no further we have two award winning restaurants The Big Fish and Traditional Chippy, where you can eat in at Take Away prices. My parrot Peggy's Snack Bar serves classic dishes with counter service, so you don't need to be away from the action for too long matey.
Discover a unique collection of strange, unusual and extraordinary exhibits as you journey through eight themed galleries, across two amazing floors and witness the astonishing world of Ripley’s Believe It or Not! on ten screens. Hundreds of exhibits of the odd, the unusual and the just plain bizarre – Seeing is Believing! Featuring animal oddities including the two headed calf, and the world’s smallest production car.
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Ripley's Believe It Or Not! Blackpool
PromenadeDiscover a unique collection of strange, unusual and extraordinary exhibits as you journey through eight themed galleries, across two amazing floors and witness the astonishing world of Ripley’s Believe It or Not! on ten screens. Hundreds of exhibits of the odd, the unusual and the just plain bizarre – Seeing is Believing! Featuring animal oddities including the two headed calf, and the world’s smallest production car.
Take a walk in the dark and meet the gruesome greats of the Horror World! The Horror Crypt features life sized animatronic displays, genuine movie props from horror films and TV shows, photo ops from horror films, and a gift shop crawling with all kinds of creepy goodies. A paradise for horror fans and a great thrill for the whole family!
Horror Crypt
33 Birley StreetTake a walk in the dark and meet the gruesome greats of the Horror World! The Horror Crypt features life sized animatronic displays, genuine movie props from horror films and TV shows, photo ops from horror films, and a gift shop crawling with all kinds of creepy goodies. A paradise for horror fans and a great thrill for the whole family!
Food scene
One of the most prominent Blackpool restaurants, The White Tower combines the best of local Lancashire produce with an award-winning chef, Antony Malone, along with spectacular dining views.
White Tower Restaurant
PromenadeOne of the most prominent Blackpool restaurants, The White Tower combines the best of local Lancashire produce with an award-winning chef, Antony Malone, along with spectacular dining views.
The best fish and chips in Blackpool. The number 1 fish and chips on Trip advisor. Highly recommend this sea side classic.
Yorkshire Fisheries
14-18 Topping StThe best fish and chips in Blackpool. The number 1 fish and chips on Trip advisor. Highly recommend this sea side classic.
Budapest 'ruin bar' meets Penang hawker market, in a seaside noodle bar. Can you picture it? No? That's because it's never been done before! Trust us it’s perfect for Blackpool, a brilliant mix of authentic asian dishes and modern design all by the seaside.
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Michael Wan's Wok Inn - Seaside Noodle Bar
118 PromenadeBudapest 'ruin bar' meets Penang hawker market, in a seaside noodle bar. Can you picture it? No? That's because it's never been done before! Trust us it’s perfect for Blackpool, a brilliant mix of authentic asian dishes and modern design all by the seaside.
Only a short walk away is one of the top restaurants in Blackpool. An independent, family run restaurant based in the heart of Blackpool Town Centre. The Bank Bar & Grill offers locally sourced food and drink service in a modern, relaxed environment from 12pm until 10.30pm Sunday-Friday and 11am until 11.30pm Saturday.
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The Bank Bar & Grill Blackpool
28 Corporation StOnly a short walk away is one of the top restaurants in Blackpool. An independent, family run restaurant based in the heart of Blackpool Town Centre. The Bank Bar & Grill offers locally sourced food and drink service in a modern, relaxed environment from 12pm until 10.30pm Sunday-Friday and 11am until 11.30pm Saturday.
The best Pizza in Blackpool is at Stefani's. A short walk away near the Winter Gardens is where you can find fresh pizza cooked in a traditional wood stove oven.
Stefani's Pizzeria
3 Cedar SquareThe best Pizza in Blackpool is at Stefani's. A short walk away near the Winter Gardens is where you can find fresh pizza cooked in a traditional wood stove oven.
The best Sunday roast in Blackpool. I visit all the time with my friends and it’s good food and low prices from an independent business
Pilkingtons
1 Birley StreetThe best Sunday roast in Blackpool. I visit all the time with my friends and it’s good food and low prices from an independent business
Shopping
ATM (Abis News)
76D Dickson RdClosest corner shop for small essential items.
The largest superstore nearby.
Monday = 7am–10pm
Tuesday = 7am–10pm
Wednesday = 7am–10pm
Thursday = 7am–10pm
Friday = 7am–10pm
Saturday = 7am–10pm
Sunday = 10:30am–4:30pm
Sainsbury's
Talbot RoadThe largest superstore nearby.
Monday = 7am–10pm
Tuesday = 7am–10pm
Wednesday = 7am–10pm
Thursday = 7am–10pm
Friday = 7am–10pm
Saturday = 7am–10pm
Sunday = 10:30am–4:30pm