Attractions in and around Blackpool
There are a wide range of activities & attractions in and around The Waldorf Hotel in Blackpool to keep even the most active family member busy.
Most of the main attractions are within a walk or tram ride from The Waldorf Hotel. Should you need any advice or directions please, don't hesitate to contact the hotel reception team during your stay.
Blackpool Pleasure Beach
Ocean Boulevard
T: 0870 444 55 66
Breathtaking rides, spectacular shows. Including Pepsi Max Big One, Spin Doctor, Valhalla. New for 2004 'Bling', a diamond knuckle experience.
Blackpool Tower
Leisure Parcs Ltd
Blackpool Tower
T: 01253 292029
Award winning family attraction including circus, aquarium, ballroom, family bars, childrens indoor adventure playground and others.
Blackpool Illuminations
Promenade
T: 01253 478222
Blackpool's annual razzle dazzle spectacular sees this seaside city of fun still buzzing with laughter long after other resorts have gone into winter.
City Sightseeing
C/O Blackpool Transport Services Ltd
T: 01253 473003
Open top tour and service bus with tour commentary from Tower serving Stanley Park, Model Village, Zoo, Prom attractions, Pleasure Beach and Pontins.
Great Promenade Show
New South Promenade
T: 01253 478104
The Great Promenade Show is an outdoor exhibition of features by some of the UK's leading artists and designers.
South Pier
Promenade
T: 01253 343097
South Pier Funfair is home to classic fairground rides such as the waltzer and dodgems. The Adrenalin Zone is not for the faint hearted!
Sea Life Centre
Promenade
T: 01253 621258
An amazing journey beneath the waves. See a wide range of marine creatures, both native and tropical.
Sandcastle Waterworld
Promenade
T: 0871 2820282
Inside our family and disabled friendly, award-winning WATERWORLD, it's a subtropical paradise with constant temperatures of 84oF.
Karting 2000
New South Promenade
T: 01253 408068
Blackpool's largest outdoor karting circuit. Catering for families, individuals, corporate and group bookings.
Louis Tussaud's Waxworks
97-89 Promenade
T: 01253 625953
Five floors packed with over 150 amazing waxwork figures of stage, screen, tv, sporting greats, rock and pop, historical figures and royalty.
Adrenalin Zone
South Pier
Promenade
T: 01253 298080
Thrill to the Adrenalin rush of the Sky Coaster a Reverse Bungee jump reaching 200kmph in 2 seconds, the Crazy Mouse Roller Coaster, Sky Screamer.
Blackpool Lifeboat Station & Visitor Centre
Central Promenade
T: 01253 620424/290816
Blackpool Lifeboat Station and Visitor Centre provides souvenir sales and a viewing area to look at the 3 lifeboats and launching equipment.
Central Pier
Promenade
T: 01253 623422
Central Pier offers a traditional seaside experience for the entire family, from the dizzy heights of the Big Wheel, hook-a-duck and live family
Dr Who Exhibition and Museum
Promenade
T: 01253 299982
Walk through exhibition in light and sound, featuring the original props and costumes from 40 years of British Science Fiction TV.
North Pier
Leisure Parcs Ltd
T: 01253 621452
North Pier is the oldest of Blackpool's Piers and retains it's original victorian charm. The North Pier Theatre presents a variety of music and other acts.
Odeon Cinema
Rigby Road
T: 0870 5050007
10 Screen multiplex, digital sound, stadium style seating, full disabled access, family ticket offer, 24 hour booking, Haagen Dazs Cafe.
George Formby Exhibitions
North Pier
Promenade
T: 01253 292029
This year come and visit the George Formby Centenary Celebration Exhibition celebrating the 100th Anniversary of his Birth.
Blackpool Superbowl
35 Market Street
T: 01253 752020
Family entertainment for all ages and groups from companies to family evenings & days out.
Blackpool Borough Indoor Bowls Centre
Larkhill Street
T: 01253 751400
8 Rink indoor bowling stadium. League bowling for competitive personnel. Open to the general public for casual play. Children must be accompanied by an adult
Blackpool Countryside Experience
C/O Blackpool Borough Council
Layton Depot
T: 01253 478428
The Blackpool Countryside Experience is a series of nature walks from Stanley park through the Woodland Gardens, aorung herons reach and linking to Marton
Blackpool Model Village
East Park Drive
T: 01253 763827
An award winning enchanting attraction, set in 2.5 acres of beautiful landscaped gardens.
Blackpool Sports Centre
West Park Drive
T: 01253 478470
A multi-use sportscentre. Something for everybody. Activities include badminton, table tennis, basketball, 5-a-side football, gymnastics, circuit training and others.
Blackpool Superbowl
35 Market Street
T: 01253 752020
Family entertainment for all ages and groups from companies to family evenings & days out
Blackpool Zoo Park
T: 01253 830830
01253 830800 32 Acres. Home to 400 animals including lions, tigers,elephants and gorillas. Other attractions include miniature railway and dolphin simulator.
Flying Experience
Blackpool Airport
T: 01253 341871
An opportunity to control an aeroplane and see the local area. Take your friends with you, control the aeroplane as much or as little as you like.
Grundy Art Gallery
Blackpool Central Library
T: 01253 478170
Various oils and water colours, contemporary prints, British paintings, display of old Blackpool plus special exhibitions.
Kapitol Karting
275-289 Central Drive
T: 01253 292600
Indoor Kart circuit specialising in corporate events, stag parties etc. Arrive & Drive every day.
Premier Bowl
Central Drive
T: 01253 295503
28 Lane tenpin bowling centre with diner and licensed bar.
Stanley Park
West Park Drive
T: 01253 478428
Stone statues star across formal borders and frothing fountains in the show piece Italian Gardens.