Things to do in Blackpool

An hour and a half from Manchester on the Fylde coast, Blackpool is Britain's original seaside resort — brash, nostalgic, and unapologetically fun. Blackpool Tower's glass Skywalk and ballroom sit at one end of the Golden Mile, the Pleasure Beach's vintage and modern rollercoasters at the other, and the famous Illuminations light up the seafront every autumn. Three piers, a tramway older than the Underground, and fish-and-chip shops on every corner complete a day that's aimed squarely at family fun rather than quiet culture. Explore the top-rated tours and tickets below.