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
Ken Webster - Outrageous Comedy Hypnotist Show Tickets
Show Ticket: Ken Webster - Comedy Hypnotist Show, Blackpool
Bar and Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Blackpool
Our pick of the best North Shore Hotel Deals
Park House Hotel
The room was clean. Staff were pleasant and helpful. Breakfast was good. Dining room clean and staff friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Doric Hotel
The staff, food and cleanliness of the Doric is fantastic. It was our second visit and it did not disappoint. I can not speak to highly of the doric.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
The Imperial Hotel
Firstly i must praise Tristan on reception. Helpful, sorted a problem out for me instantly, and with a smile. Imperial is my favourite place, however i have to mention the public toilets downstairs were a real mess, and our evening meal was disappointing. Lets say not as described and vegetables ...
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Grand Hotel Blackpool
Breakfast awful , room okay tired . Okay for a break somewhere to sleep ……
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
The President Hotel
Staff were nice and friendly. Toilet didn't flush and shower water was cold. It was only 33 pounds for the night
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Holiday Inn Blackpool by IHG
Great hotel. Friendly staff.great choice of breakfast. I stay here when i can.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 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.
