South Shore Travel Guide

Blackpool

South Shore
South Shore
South Shore
South Shore
South Shore

Indoor and outdoor activities ensure excitement never ends in this district, no matter the weather. Have ice cream on the pier and watch the winter lights go on.

A visit to South Shore offers thrilling rides and activities just outside the city centre. Let kids explore the vast amusement parks and the range of activities centred on one of Blackpool’s three impressive piers. Bring the whole family to this beachside children’s playground.  

Wander along the iconic South Pier and relax in the bar, with a beer garden spilling onto the jetty. Admire stunning views of the water from the top of the Sky Coaster ride that swings from up high in the sky, as part of the pier’s Adrenaline Zone. Let the little ones play on the smaller rides of the Children’s Rides area.

Just a bit inland, spend an afternoon in the famous Blackpool Pleasure Beach, which has 125 thrilling rides, attractions and shows. Attend ice extravaganzas and children’s entertainment displays in the Pleasure Beach Arena.

Race against your friends on a large circuit in the Karting 2000 Raceway. In cold or wet weather, the indoor Sandcastle Waterpark ensures the excitement continues, with slides and other fun features.

Learn about some of the strangest facts and admire the bizarre installations in the Ripley’s Believe It or Not! museum. Adults will enjoy a bit of gambling with the slot machines and tables of the Grosvenor Casino Blackpool. Come for a traditional English meal in the café of the historic Solaris Centre, which was built as a solarium in 1941.

Arrive in early September for the exciting Blackpool Illuminations, when celebrities switch on the lights that are wrapped around all types of art installations, buildings and vehicles. 

This neighbourhood stands between the city centre and Blackpool Airport. Take the train to the Blackpool South or Blackpool Pleasure Beach railway stops. You can also ride the tram to the South Pier stop. While in the city, make sure to visit the neighboring Blackpool City Centre and North Shore areas.  

South Shore continues Blackpool’s rich tradition of coastal fun and activities.


Popular places to visit


Top hotels in South Shore

Hampton by Hilton Blackpool

Hampton by Hilton Blackpool

3.5 out of 5
595 New South Promenade, Blackpool, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹8,693 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
₹8,693
₹10,432 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Blackpool. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,831 reviews)
"Always lovely,helpful staff,breakfast always fresh,only down was bedroom carpet had quite a few obvious stains."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Hampton by Hilton Blackpool
Lyndene Hotel

Lyndene Hotel

2 out of 5
303 - 315 Promenade, Blackpool, England
The price is ₹6,711 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
₹6,711
₹8,053 total
22 Jul - 23 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Blackpool. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (860 reviews)
"We absolutely loved our two day stay there, the staff were awesome, friendly and very helpfull! Absolutely brilliant."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Lyndene Hotel
Beachfront Hotel

Beachfront Hotel

3 out of 5
265 Promenade, Blackpool, England
The price is ₹6,231 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
₹6,231
₹6,231 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach B&B in Blackpool. Enjoy a beach locale, daily housekeeping and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Blackpool Pleasure ...
7.8/10 Good! (12 reviews)
"Had a lovely stay staff polite and helpful no complaints at all easy access to tram line and central to all attractions would definitely recommend and stay again"

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Beachfront Hotel
Boulevard Hotel

Boulevard Hotel

5 out of 5
Promenade, Blackpool, England
The price is ₹14,739 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
₹14,739
₹17,687 total
22 Jul - 23 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Blackpool. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (551 reviews)
"Beautiful room with nice extra touches which made it feel 5 star"

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025

Boulevard Hotel
Red Rose Hotel

Red Rose Hotel

2 out of 5
5 Withnell Rd, Blackpool, England
Stay at this hotel in Blackpool. Popular attractions Blackpool Pleasure Beach and Sandcastle Waterpark are located nearby.
7.4/10 Good! (34 reviews)
Cheap and great location
"Great at check in very friendly, owner came with us to the room to see we were happy with it. Only bad thing was the shower pressure water just trickled out, dropped something behind the bed and i wouldnt like to guess when it was last cleaned in behind it at the wall side."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025

Red Rose Hotel
Viking Hotel

Viking Hotel

3 out of 5
479 South Promenade, Blackpool, England
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Blackpool. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (574 reviews)
"Cant fault the hotel,fantastic food good entertainment"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Viking Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around South Shore

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Blackpool Town Center

4/5(437 area reviews)

Blackpool Town Center is noteworthy for its theatres, and you can make a stop at top attractions like SEA LIFE Blackpool and Coral Island.

Blackpool Town Center
Blackpool Central Library which includes heritage architecture

North Shore

4/5(800 area reviews)

The fantastic nightlife and breathtaking beach views are just a few highlights of North Shore. Make a stop by Funny Girls or North Pier while you're exploring the area.

North Shore

Bispham

Visitors to Bispham enjoy its beaches, and if you want to do some exploring, Blackpool Beach is worth a stop.

Bispham

South Shore Travel Guide