Best things to do with kids in Blackpool: from Madame Tussauds to The Gruffalo & Friends Clubhouse
Here are the top activities and attractions for kids of all ages in the Lancashire seaside town.
When you think of iconic UK seaside towns, Blackpool is probably one of the first places to come to mind.
The Lancashire town is located right by the Irish Sea, which means it has a stunning seafront (with three piers), as well as a thriving family-friendly entertainment scene.
This is the place to beat when it comes to retro charm – did you know that The Blackpool Tower, still going strong today, was built all the way back in the 1890s?
From world-famous attractions like Madame Tussauds and SEA LIFE Blackpool, to immersive experiences tailored for younger kids, Blackpool is still the place to be for classic UK seaside charm.
Here are the top things to do in Blackpool with kids...
If you're planning more UK staycations, check out the best things to do with kids in Edinburgh, and the best family days out in Glasgow.
The 10 best things to do with kids in Blackpool at a glance
- Madame Tussauds | from £14
- Blackpool Pleasure Beach | £41
- Peter Rabbit: Explore and Play | from £15
- The Blackpool Tower | £12
- Blackpool Zoo | £20
- SEA LIFE Blackpool | from £15
- Dinosaur Explorers Show | £20
- The Blackpool Tower Dungeon | from £13
- The Gruffalo & Friends Clubhouse | from £5
- The Blackpool Pass | £50
Madame Tussauds
Have you ever wanted to get up close and personal with all of your favourite celebrities? Then Madame Tussauds is the place to be – after all, where else would you find RuPaul, Captain Marvel and Prince William all in the same room?
Buy Madame Tussauds Blackpool tickets from £14 at Madame Tussauds Blackpool
Blackpool Pleasure Beach
Pleasure Beach is one of Blackpool's most iconic attractions. First founded in 1896, this amusement park is still going strong, with roller coasters like The Big One, Valhalla, and the Grand National, as well as rides suitable for younger kids, including Wallace & Gromit's Thrill-O-Matic and the Teacups.
Blackpool Pleasure Beach is also home to Nickelodeon Land, which features 12 rides based on Nickelodeon shows and gives you the opportunity to meet some of your favourite characters.
Buy Blackpool Pleasure Beach tickets for £41 at GetYourGuide
The Blackpool Tower
Dating all the way back to the 1800s, Blackpool Tower is an iconic feature of the city's skyline. Inside, it features grand architecture, especially stunning in rooms like the Ballroom where you can watch dancers and enjoy afternoon tea.
You can also climb the tower, which is 380 feet tall, and enjoy the Skywalk, a five centimetre thick glass viewing platform.
Buy Blackpool Tower tickets for £12 at The Blackpool Tower
Peter RabbitTM: Explore and Play
Who doesn't love the beautiful worlds and characters created by Beatrix Potter? Now you can bring your children to meet one of the author's most iconic characters, Peter Rabbit, at Peter RabbitTM: Explore and Play.
Kids will be able to visit exciting locations including Jeremy Fisher's pond, Mr. McGregor's Garden, Mr. Bouncer's Invention Workshop, The Burrow and the Secret Treehouse.
- Buy Peter RabbitTM: Explore and Play tickets for one adult and one child for £15 at Virgin Experience Days
- Buy Peter RabbitTM: Explore and Play tickets for two adults and two children for £15 at Virgin Experience Days
Blackpool Zoo
Who doesn't love a trip to the zoo? Blackpool Zoo is home to all sorts of animals, from aardvarks to anteaters, bongos to Bornean orangutans, penguins to pelicans, elephants to emus and marmosets to meerkats and more.
It also features a detailed dinosaur exhibition where you can learn all about the prehistoric world, as well as daily sea lion shows and a Project Elephant Base Camp.
Buy Blackpool Zoo tickets for £20 at GetYourGuide
SEA LIFE Blackpool
From London to Blackpool, SEA LIFE is a must-see attraction wherever you go. SEA LIFE Blackpool is home to over 2,500 species, including sharks, rays, turtles and jellyfish.
There are lots of different zones inside, like Rainforest Adventure and Ocean Tunnel, as well as events taking place throughout the year.
- Buy SEA LIFE Blackpool tickets from £15 at SEA LIFE Blackpool
- Buy Turtle Feeding for Two at Sea Life for £75 at Virgin Experience Days
Dinosaurs Explorer Show
If your kids are in the middle of a prehistoric world obsession, then this Dinosaurs Explorer Show ought to scratch that itch. Here they'll meet life-like dinosaurs, learn fascinating facts, and solve the mystery of the Last Egg, in a performance that's suitable for the whole family.
Buy Dinosaurs Explorer Show tickets for £20 at GetYourGuide
The Blackpool Tower Dungeon
Take things to a spookier level with The Blackpool Tower Dungeon, probably better suited for older kids. Here you'll learn about the darker side of Blackpool's history, and you can also purchase additional tickets for an escape room experience.
Buy The Blackpool Tower Dungeon tickets from £13 at The Dungeons
The Gruffalo & Friends Clubhouse
This fun-filled attraction is packed full of surprises that are sure to make younger kids grin from ear to ear. As well as a Gruffalo-themed indoor play area, there are also 3D areas based on other brilliant Julia Donaldson tales like Zog and The Snail and the Whale.
As this is an indoor attraction, it's a great option for a rainy day.
Buy The Gruffalo & Friends Clubhouse tickets from £5 at GetYourGuide
The Blackpool Pass
If you've had a look through our list and are finding it hard to settle on just one or two places to go, then we have some great news for you. The Blackpool Pass grants entry to eight Blackpool attractions, and costs just £50 per person.
These attractions include:
- The Blackpool Tower Eye
- The Blackpool Tower Dungeon
- The Blackpool Tower Circus
- SEA LIFE Blackpool
- Madame Tussauds Blackpool
- The Blackpool Tower Ballroom
- The Gruffalo and Friends Clubhouse
- Peter Rabbit™: Explore and Play!
Buy The Blackpool Pass for £50 at The Dungeons
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