North Shore Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 top-notch restaurants.
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.
Activities
90 Minute Family Close-Up Magic and illusionism Show in Blackpool
Blackpool Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour
Our pick of the best North Shore Hotel Deals
Doric Hotel
Another stay at Doric Hotel, Receptionists pleasant and welcoming on arrival Room was clean, & bedding changed, staff very friendly, Waitresses at Breakfast very friendly, pleasant, and efficient nothing was too much trouble, Looking forward to our next stay
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Park House Hotel
Very friendly helpful staff. Hotel situated within a great area of Blackpool close to all amenities. Good nightly evening entertainment
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
The Imperial Hotel
Long wait to check in only one receptionist . This is an old hotel that is trying to survive on the bare minimum..would not recommend it. It is a dump. I was overcharged $900 for one night still trying to get it back.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Grand Hotel Blackpool
Would s stay there again
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
The President Hotel
Parfect for a short stay, great location and price
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Holiday Inn Blackpool by IHG
Clean room and very friendly staff!
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
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.
