The 11 best things to do in Blackpool

What is it? England’s own Eiffel Tower topping off an entertainment complex including the Tower Eye, Tower Circus, Tower Ballroom, Tower Dungeon and much more.
Why go? Along with the Pleasure Beach, the Blackpool Tower is the other BIG attraction in this seaside town. The tower itself is an iconic structure inspired by its Parisian cousin and standing 518ft tall. However, at its base, you’ll find everything from Dino Golf to the swanky Ballroom. Don’t forget to head up to the ‘Eye’ and scare yourself silly with the glass floor.

What is it? The northern England branch of the famous waxworks museum. Find your favourite celeb and take selfies ‘till the sun sets.
Why go? If your travel companions aren’t living up to expectations and you’re wishing you’d come on holiday with, say, Dame Helen Mirren or E.T. or [insert name of childhood hero] instead come to Madame Tussauds and take an alternative set of holiday snaps. The iconic waxworks museum has just opened its Marvel Superheros section and, no, we’re not too old to enjoy it.

What is it? A massive amusement park famous for its roller coasters, and home to kid-friendly Nickelodeon Land.
Why go? Blackpool Pleasure Beach might well be the reason you came to Blackpool in the first place. It’s consistently the amusement park that gets there first when it comes to building the biggest, fastest, most terror-inducing roller coasters – the latest is ICON, a ride that propels people forward with the same amount of G-force as a Formula 1 car. Scream if you want to go faster…

What is it? Lights glorious lights! Each year 66 days are dedicated to setting the night sky on fire with millions of light bulbs
Why go? The Blackpool Illuminations get switched on every year at the end of August and continue right up until November. Traditionally, this meant that just as the holiday season was ending, Blackpool was lighting up – spectacularly. The Illuminations are embedded in British folklore, and it’s hard to overstate their nostalgic charm.

What is it? The biggest indoor waterpark in the UK (Blackpool likes its large-scale attractions), so even on a rainy day you can guarantee a good soaking.
Why go? You’ve already been to the Pleasure Beach and regretted eating lunch, followed by the Tower where you conquered vertigo. But your thirst for thrills remains unabated. What do you do? Head to Sandcastle Waterpark where you can slip, slide and splash whatever the weather is doing outside.