North Shore Travel Guide
Blackpool
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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
ABBA Bottomless Brunch - Including Drinks, Food & Show!
Bar and Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Blackpool
Top hotels in North Shore
The Grand Hotel Blackpool
Liked the hotel and the breakfast but the 45 minute wait for check in with only 2 staff with 4 desks, it took longer than it could’ve
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
The Doric Hotel
Nice hotel. Bedroom was lovely. Bathroom spotless. Friendy and helpful staff. Food good.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
The Imperial Hotel
Wonderful staff. Credit to the lady on evening reception. Outstanding. We had an earlier checkout and she organised a to go breakfast for us.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Park House Hotel
Good breakfast selection, warm friendly staff, fantastic entertainment
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Blackpool by IHG
An excellent stay at the hotel Staff were fantastic and the hotel was spotless. A great bar and restaurant space and a lovely breakfast.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Savoy Blackpool Hotel
Good
Reviewed on 14 Nov 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.
