Is the Blackpool Tower suitable for children?

The Blackpool Tower is an iconic British landmark located on the seafront in Blackpool, Lancashire. Inspired by the Eiffel Tower in Paris, it stands 158 meters (518 feet) tall and opened to the public in 1894. It houses several attractions including The Blackpool Tower, Tower Ballroom, Tower Circus, and more.

The Blackpool Tower is home to several popular attractions:

• The Blackpool Tower– observation deck with panoramic views of Blackpool and a glass SkyWalk
• The Blackpool Tower Ballroom – world-famous ballroom for dancing and afternoon tea
• The Blackpool Tower Circus – family-friendly circus shows with clowns, acrobats, and stunts
• Dino Mini Golf – dinosaur-themed indoor mini golf
• The Fifth Floor – family entertainment space including an arcade and bar
• The Blackpool Tower Dungeon - brings together an amazing cast of theatrical actors, special effects, stages, scenes and rides.

It depends on how many attractions you plan to visit. Please find below the approximate run times for each of our attractions: 

• The Blackpool Tower – 1 hour
• The Blackpool Tower Ballroom – per booking slot
• The Blackpool Tower Circus – 2 hours
• The Blackpool Dungeons - 50 minutes
  
  

Yes! Visitors can take a lift to The Blackpool Tower, which includes a 4D cinema experience and access to the SkyWalk, a glass floor viewing platform.

Yes! Traditional afternoon tea is served in the elegant Tower Ballroom, accompanied by live Wurlitzer organ music. Booking ahead is essential, especially on weekends.

The Tower is located on the Blackpool Promenade at, The Blackpool Tower, Promenade, Blackpool, FY1 4BJ, UK

There is no dedicated parking at the Tower, but multiple public car parks are within walking distance. Central Multi-Storey Car Park is a popular nearby option.

For all lighting requests for the Blackpool Tower, please visit this link and complete the form.

For all event enquiries at the Blackpool Tower, please visit our dedicated  the link.