How to spend your short break in Blackpool

If you’re searching for the perfect family retreat, look no further than Blackpool. There’s so much to see and do in this iconic beach resort, from the thrills of Blackpool Pleasure Beach to the delights of The Blackpool Tower.

With miles of promenade, award-winning beaches and beautiful piers to explore, family members of all ages will want to return again and again. It’s this time with your family that makes a short break in Blackpool so special. You will find it all here, from traditional entertainment such as The Blackpool Tower Circus to showbiz glamour at Madame Tussauds Blackpool.

To help you make the most of your visit, we’ve given you five tips you can use to plan the perfect trip.

Save money with discounts and special offers

We all know how expensive it can be to take the whole family out for the day, never mind a long weekend. That’s why in Blackpool, you can enjoy up to six fantastic attractions on one affordable ticket with the original Blackpool Resort Pass.

For just £55 per person, you can visit:

• The Blackpool Tower Eye and 4D Cinema
• The Blackpool Tower Dungeon
• SEA LIFE Blackpool
• Madame Tussauds Blackpool
• Blackpool Pleasure Beach, including
• Nickelodeon Land

That’s a saving of £35 per visitor! You can also add Sandcastle Waterpark, Blackpool Zoo and the Model Village for the Blackpool Resort Pass Plus for £80, saving up to an amazing £55!

There are many more special offers to be found in Blackpool, depending on when you visit. For example, SEA LIFE Blackpool has a wonderful midweek offer that admits one parent and one toddler for just £11.

Explore the quieter side of Blackpool

As we’ve said already, there’s something for everyone in Blackpool. If you want a day away from it all, there are plenty of peaceful days out that will continue to provide fun for all.

Blackpool Zoo is a good example, with animals including lions, tigers, elephants, orangutans, giraffes and penguins all waiting to welcome you.

Stanley Park contains enough for a day out by itself, with adventure playgrounds, sports facilities, crazy golf, trampolines, boat hire, cafes and food kiosks to enjoy. If relaxing strolls appeal to you, we recommend you also check out Blackpool Model Village & Gardens.

Seek out free family fun

If you’re visiting on a budget, there’s plenty to do in Blackpool that won’t cost you a penny. For one thing, you have seven miles of glorious promenade to walk along. You can gaze out across miles and miles of ocean, while the beach is right there for you to enjoy.

Elsewhere, a nod to Blackpool’s reputation as a hub of British entertainment can be found at the entertaining Comedy Carpet, a public art commission featuring jokes, songs and catchphrases from the country’s best-loved entertainers.

Enjoy fish and chips by the sea

It doesn’t get more quintessentially British than fish and chips, and there are few more delightful ways to spend an afternoon than tucking into this classic dish in the lovely surroundings of Blackpool promenade.

Alternatively, there are plenty of restaurants serving fish and chips in the resort, including the world famous Harry Ramsden’s.

There’s plenty to do if it rains

The one thing we can’t control in Blackpool is the weather, but fortunately there are plenty of indoor attractions that will keep you out of the rain if needed. If you’re still keen on a trip along Blackpool’s unique coastline, the local tram network travels right along it and is an enjoyable way to see the sights.

SEA LIFE contains over 1,000 aquatic creatures across 50 fascinating displays, while there is also the opportunity to go snorkelling with sharks!

If you’re a fan of the water, Sandcastle Waterpark is the place to go. It’s the UK’s largest indoor waterpark and features dozens of slides, chutes and fun-filled swimming pools that your children will love. There’s even a wave machine to keep you on your toes!

Madame Tussauds Blackpool provides the ultimate celebrity experience, as stars from the world of TV, film, music and sport combine to give the whole family a real treat.

Blackpool has it all

Whether you’re enjoying a few days away from home or just visiting Blackpool for the day, there’s always plenty of top notch fun to be had. Take home fond memories of a UK family favourite destination as well as a few traditional souvenirs!

For more information about these exciting days out, transport information and how to book your tickets, visit our attractions page.

This post was updated on May 5th, 2016