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The Blackpool Tower
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#19 of 117 things to do in Blackpool
Amusement & Theme Parks • Observation Decks & Towers
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10:00 AM - 9:45 PM
Monday
10:00 AM - 9:45 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 9:45 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 9:45 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 9:45 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 9:45 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 9:45 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 9:45 PM
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The Blackpool Tower Eye and solid-glass SKYWALK offer the best views across the North West of England from the top of the iconic Blackpool Tower.Begin your journey to the top with a visit to the incredible 4D cinema. Let the special sensory effects and incredible filming bring the history of the Blackpool Tower to life in front of your eyes.Then take a trip 380ft into the sky to the top of The Blackpool Tower and experience the thrilling SKYWALK. Walk out if you dare onto the five centimetre thick glass viewing platform, where you can look out into the Irish Sea and see the famous Blackpool Promenade below you.See the North West of England spread out before you with views over Bowland, up to the Lake District and on a clear day down to Liverpool and across to the Isle of Man from the top of the iconic Blackpool Tower.
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1-2 hours
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L P
Lincoln, UK7 contributions
Lovely building
Oct 2022 • Family
The Tower is iconic so just to go there would be an eye opener.
The problem is the price. So expensive even if you buy a cover all ticket. Talking £50+ pound each. That for a family of 4 is £200+
Individually with about 6 options to see ranging from around £15 to £27 ish pounds works out very expensive for family of 4.
And afternoon tea around £50 for 2.
I cannot comment on the venues on offer as we deemed it far too expensive to even go in.
Written March 7, 2023
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Merlin B
Hello, Thank you for taking the time to review the Blackpool Tower. I am sorry to hear that you feel our attraction is expensive. There are many ways you can make your day out cheaper, for example by purchasing a Merlin annual pass with which you can take advantage of all our wonderful attractions across the UK. Furthermore, our website offers an extensive pricing structure which provides varied rates for both peak and off-peak periods. Ticket rates vary throughout the year however our off-peak pricing offers a much higher discount or alternatively you may choose to use a discount from one of our partners (including Kellogg’s cereal for example) to be able to make days out cheaper, however, we feel our attraction is excellent value for money. We hope do hope you will be able to visit us on a future visit Kind regards, Kenny Mew
Written March 9, 2023
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Stephen M
Glasgow, UK56 contributions
Very Poor Show
Feb 2023
I was in Blackpool with family and was disappointed that the tower was closed. The only thing opened was the ballroom. I was surprised that they are charging an entrance fee to the ballroom and there is also a fee to be in the balcony just to watch the dancers in the ballroom if there is any. The coffee shop was closed and the only thing that was open to the public was the amusement arcade. I believe the tower was also closed at the weekend which I was surprised about. The ballroom was also closed on Saturday as it was hired out for a private function. It was sad to see the tower building like this.
Written March 6, 2023
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Merlin B
Hello Stephen Thank you for your review I am very sorry that you was disappointed with your visit. The Tower Eye is currently closed for maintenance and due to re-open in April, this is stated on our website so that guests are informed before visiting. We currently do have the Ballroom, Circus and Dungeons open on selected days before opening full time once the season in Blackpool starts. I do hope you will be able to visit us again once all our attractions re-open Kind Regards Kenny Mew
Written March 9, 2023
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Samantha M
32 contributions
Okay, not lot included
Sep 2022 • Family
Was a quick visit, and the steps were slippery expensive for family of fire for not very long. I remember going as a kid, and there was the soft play ballroom circus. Everything was all included now. You have to pay separately for everything. Steps are very slippery and not much to do at the top. You get the 3d cinema but not great or very long
Written February 5, 2023
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Merlin B
Hello Samantha. Thank you for your review. We appreciate your feedback and hope to see you again when we are reopen. Kind regards, Kenny.
Written February 6, 2023
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Doots
Manchester, UK27 contributions
The lights only
Dec 2022 • Solo
A quick trip along the golden mile to see the lights it was raining but it didn't damp the night
The Blackpool Tower is always a great attraction no matter how old you are or how many times you visit
It a must for everyone
Written December 16, 2022
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Merlin B
Hello, I'm really thrilled that you've rated us a 5* day out, this really means a lot to us I totally agree the Blackpool Tower and the Blackpool illuminations are a must see when you are in town and we love to hear that guests return on a regular basis and continue to have such a memorable experience. Kind regards Kenny
Written December 17, 2022
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James H
Stoke-on-Trent, UK215 contributions
VERY EXPENSIVE AND LACKS CUSTOMER SERVICE.
Aug 2022 • Family
We visited the Blackpool Tower during our mini holiday with our merlin gold passes. Being gold member pass holders and considering the amount of money we pay for the us of then I was expecting all of the activities with in the tower to be included. On entering I asked the main reception desk how much the Dino gold was as my 6 year old son did not want to go up the tower and I was told this was included with in the pass and to go to the tower shop where they would give us tickets etc. However on going to the shop I was told this was incorrect and that there is additional charges of £3 each which granted is not a lot but when you add this to the pass cost then it is quite expensive. I explained to the store staff what I was advised on the way in at the main entrance but they didn't care one bit. I asked to talk to a manager however after waiting over 10mins being made to look like an idiot with my kids getting bored I gave up. This really spoilt our visit and has made me question renewing our passes which I won't be. I was prepared to pay for the golf whilst waiting however only had cash to which they then told me I could pay with as they now only accept card as per other merlin attractions however this was not advertised nor was I told previously and actually many of the merlin attractions do still accept cash.

The actual tower experience was good and my daughter loved it. Sadly my 6 year old stood below upset and bord because of the issues with Dino golf.
Written December 10, 2022
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Merlin B
Hello. Thank you for your review. I am so pleased you enjoyed the Tower Eye and I apologise for your experience with the Dino Golf misinformation. We take all feedback on board and appreciate you informing us of your experience. We will ensure that this is corrected and that the relevant information is always provided. Kind regards, Kenny.
Written December 13, 2022
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Bonnie S
Stirling, UK15 contributions
That is a must when you visit Blackpool
Dec 2022
My GF is from St Anne's and she would always bring me some BP rocks. Which was lovely but a tour to the tower after a show at the Winters' Garden is a must.
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Written December 4, 2022
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Merlin B
Hello. Thank you for rating us 5 *. We are so pleased you were happy with your tour. We hope you have taken away a memorable experience. Kind regards, Kenny.
Written December 5, 2022
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Johnny1896
Leeds, UK10 contributions
Tower Ballroom
Nov 2022 • Friends
Iconic ballroom, absolutely beautiful. Very reasonable, good refreshments, a must when visiting Blackpool.
Written December 3, 2022
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Merlin B
Hello Johnny. Thank you for your review and for rating us 5*. We are so pleased you enjoyed visit The Blackpool Tower Ballroom and were pleased with our offer. We agree, it truly is a must see when in town. Hope to see you again. Kind regards, Kenny.
Written December 5, 2022
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Thomas W
Blackpool, UK5 contributions
Amazing
Jun 2022 • Family
This attraction never gets boring we've been coming here for year and we still love it . The staff here are always very helpful the view from the top is just amazing specially on clear sunny day we love taking the grand kids
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Written December 2, 2022
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Merlin B
Hello. Thank you for your 5* rating. We really appreciate your kind review and we are very pleased that you return to us regularly. This means such a lot to us and we are so happy that we can be a part of creating memorable experiences with your grandchildren. We hope to see you again soon. Kind regards, Kenny.
Written December 5, 2022
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Si02Nacl
London, UK74 contributions
Great views on a clear day.
Oct 2022 • Solo
A really good activity for those not claustrophobic, agoraphobic or acrophobic. It would have given 5:5 but the 4D glasses were not clean and the gift shop was really disappointing. Staff could be less nonchalant, I wanted my pictures as keyrings, before I had finished explaining, the young man had pressed a button and it would obviously be too much hassel to unpress it to reflect my actual choice, so I took my £20 worth of downloadables to London and got my keyrings.
The tower offers impressive views and the glass floor is a nice adrenaline rush.
Written December 2, 2022
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Merlin B
Hello. Thank you for your review. We are pleased you were able to enjoy the stunning views from the top of the Tower and braved the glass floor. We appreciate your feedback in how we can improve your visit as we like to deliver memorable experiences. Kind regards, Kenny.
Written December 5, 2022
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Matt L
2 contributions
Racist abuse from Tower staff members.
Nov 2022 • Family
Don't bother wasting your time, paying to be racially abused. Smug management when trying to complain who refused to take the details of what's happened.
Written November 27, 2022
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The Blackpool Tower is open:
  • Sun - Sat 10:00 AM - 9:45 PM
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The Blackpool Tower admission prices can vary. Entrance tickets currently cost $18.70, while a popular guided tour starts around $18.70 per person. See all 3 The Blackpool Tower tickets and tours on Tripadvisor
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