North Shore Travel Guide
Blackpool
Visit North Shore
Popular places to visit
North Pier
Recall the customs and entertainments of yesteryear at a Victorian tearoom and a Venetian Carousel on the city’s oldest and longest pier.
Mecca Bingo
Why not try your luck with a visit to Mecca Bingo during your visit to Blackpool? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.
Blackpool Central Library
Imposing Ionic columns and stained-glass windows embellish this architectural treasure composed of an art gallery and an Edwardian library.
Blackpool Pleasure Beach
Experience weightlessness from a huge drop and zoom around the tracks with a stunning panorama of Blackpool’s coastline in this vast theme park.
Winter Gardens
The Beatles, Oasis and The White Stripes are among the world-famous bands that have performed on the stage in this complex of arenas for music, comedy and plays.
Blackpool Tower
Toast your visit to Blackpool with cocktails, and mocktails for kids, in the bar and observation deck at the summit of this 19th-century tower.
Things to do
90 Minute Family Close-Up Magic and illusionism Show in Blackpool
Gruffalo & Friends Clubhouse Blackpool Tickets
Ultimate Pop Party: Live Music Concert for Kids
Bar and Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Blackpool
Top hotels in North Shore
The Grand Hotel Blackpool
Didn’t use the bar and no pets
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
The Doric Hotel
Good food and entertainment
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
The Imperial Hotel
Room was spotless staff very helpfull
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Park House Hotel
Staff all friendly and helpful, clean rooms overall a great hotel
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Blackpool by IHG
Yes
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Forshaws Hotel – Blackpool
No
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around North Shore
Blackpool Town Center
Blackpool Town Center is noteworthy for its theatres, and you can make a stop at top attractions like SEA LIFE Blackpool and Coral Island.
Bispham
Visitors to Bispham enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Blackpool Beach is worth a stop.
South Shore
South Shore is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Blackpool Pleasure Beach and Sandcastle Waterpark, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Blackpool.
