Barceló Blackpool Imperial Hotel
AutoViewer requires JavaScript and the Flash Player.
Get Flash here.
Barceló Blackpool Imperial Hotel: Local Attractions
Stanley Park
Stone statues star across formal borders and frothing fountains in the show piece Italian Gardens. There are pathways galore leading to quiet corners, while bridges carry you across the lake, home to a variety of hire boats and bobbing birds. The kids can let off steam in their own playground and all the family can enjoy the likes of pitch & putt, tennis. Newly opened visitors centre.
Directions : Stanley Park is a few miles inland from Blackpool Town Centre.Exit the Hotel and turn left onto the Promenade.Bear left onto the A586, following signs for Blackpool North Station. Keep in left hand lane then bear left onto Talbot Road. Keep in right hand lane then bear right (signposted Preston, M55) onto Larkhill Street. Keep in left hand lane then turn left onto Grosvenor Street (signposted Preston, M55) At traffic signals turn left onto Church Street. At next traffic signals turn right onto Devonshire Square (signposted Preston) Turn left onto Forest Gate. Bear right onto Mere Road. At the first roundabout take the 3rd exit onto West Park Drive West Park Drive.Car parking is located within the grounds of Stanley Park.
Opening : All facilities open 10.00am and close at 7.30pm.
| Address | West Park Drive,Blackpool,Lancashire |
| Telephone | 01253 478428 |
| Fax | 01253 476346 |
South Pier
South Pier Funfair is home to classic fairground rides such as the waltzer and dodgems. The Adrenalin Zone is not for the faint hearted! Attempt the reverse bungee, the Scad Tower freefall or a bungee jump over the sea if you dare. The Laughing Donkey Family Bar provides free entertainment.
Directions : South Pier is located adjacent to Pleasure Beach on the South Promenade, Blackpool.Exit the Hotel car park and turn left onto the promenade. Follow the promenade south for approximately 4 miles.Car parking is located beside the Pleasure Beach and Sandcastle Waterworld.
Opening : The South Pier is open during the season.
Showzam
Highlights of Showzam include:13th – 22nd February 2009Circus of Wonders - a journey of discovery through circus and sideshows Carnesky’s Ghost Train – a mystical ride with live performers, creepy animatronics and spectacular magic illusions13th February 2009The Magnificent Carnival Ball – masquerade party at the Tower Ballroom, an evening of dancing, cabaret and vintage glamour14th & 15th February 2009Miss Behave’s Variety Nightly – this is a strictly adults only event - a jam packed evening of dancing, comedy, magic, and striptease!19th – 21st February 2009Variety Live – an impeccable show produced by Mr Paul Stone. It boasts a terrific line up of International talent including Entertainers from Las Vegas 21st February 2009Heat The Streets – brought to us by ‘Dark Spark’, watch the magical world of light, heat and steam transform the town in this fabulous parade Full Steam – the finale performance of the Heat The Streets parade, this is held at the Central Car Park
Directions : By car Blackpool enjoys the distinction of having a motorway link direct to the heart of the resort. The M55 is Blackpool’s purpose built link into the UK motorway network, and heads to Blackpool from Junction 32 of the M6.By trainBlackpool is connected through the railway network to most destinations. Inter City trains to Preston connect with the local shuttle service giving a speedy service to Blackpool.Service from London (via Preston) Frequency: Approx. 10-12 trains per day. Journey time: 30 mins - 4 hours Service from Manchester (including Manchester Airport) Frequency: Approx. 35 per day. Journey time: 1 hour 15 mins Service from Preston Frequency: Approx. Every 30 mins. Journey time: 30 minsBy coachNational Express Coach Services operate to and from Blackpool throughout the year. Travel is available from almost any of their 1500 destinations served within the UK. Further details are available from any National Express Agent or the Enquiry Centre telephone 08705 808080.
Opening :
Sea Life Centre
The Sea Life Centre on Blackpool's famous Golden Mile houses one of Europe's largest marine collections with the 'Lost City of Atlantis' shark feature as the dramatic centrepiece.
Directions : Blackpool Sealife Centre is located on Centrel Promenade Blackpool.Exit the Hotel car park and turn left onto the promenade. Follow the promenade south for approximately 1 mile, passing Blackpool Tower.Car parking is located to the rear of the Sea Life Centre on Central Drive.
Opening : Open daily from 10.00am, closing times vary depending on season.Closed Christmas Day.
Sandcastle Waterworld
Inside the family and disabled friendly, award-winning Waterworld, it's a subtropical paradise with constant temperatures of 84oF. Dare you brave the Barracuda or Serpent white knuckle water chutes? Ride the two 300ft Gentle Giant water slides and tame the Typhoon Lagoon wild wave pool.Winner of Blackpool Attraction of the Year 2004
Directions : Sandcastle Waterworld is located adjacent to Pleasure Beach on South Promenade, Blackpool.Exit the Hotel car park and turn left onto the promenade. Follow the promenade south for approximately 4 miles.Car parking is located adjacent to the Sandcastle Waterworld.
Opening : Please Note: The Sandcastle Waterworld is closed for £3.5 million refurbishment until April 2006.
Ripleys Believe It or Not! Exhibition
An exhibition of the strange, unusual and bizarre. On two floors with eight galleries. Nine TV's and a cinema screen. Items from all over the world. The exhibition has many show cases, also interactive displays. It's fun for all ages, young and old.
Directions : Ripleys Believe It or Not! Exhibition is located on the Promenade at Please Beach.Exit the Hotel car park and turn left onto the promenade. Follow the promenade south for approximately 4 miles, Ripleys in located just past the North entrance of Pleasure Beach.Car parking is located adjacen to Pleasure Beach.
Opening : Open daily from 10.00am to 6.00pm (weather permitting)Closed 24th and 25th December2006 opening to be announced
| Address | Ocean Boulevard,Pleasure Beach,Blackpool,Lancashire,FY4 1EZ |
| Telephone | 01253 341033 Ext. 1286 |
| Web Address | www.ripleysblackpool.com |
North Pier
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 comedy, with great shows for all ages. The pictorial exhibition of North Pier's history is well worth a visit. Free entertainment is provided in the family bar and sun lounge areas. For show details please visit the website.
Directions : The Noth Pier is located on the North Promenade adjacent to Talbot Square.Exit the Hotel car park and turn left onto the promenade. Follow the promenade south for approximately 1/2 mile.Car parking is located in the 'Hounds Hill' Shopping Centre, to the rear of Blackpool Tower.
Opening : Amusement arcade open all year. Pier open from Easter to end of season.
Louis Tussaud's Waxworks
Five floors packed with amazing waxwork figures of stage, screen, TV, sporting greats, rock and pop, historical figures and royalty. Louis Tussauds is a unique experience for the whole family. Don't forget the photos!
Directions : Louis Tussaud's Waxworks is located on the Central Promenade adjacent to the Central Pier in Blackpool.Exit the Hotel car park and turn left onto the promenade. Follow the promenade south for approximately 1 mile, passing Blackpool Tower.Car parking is located to the rear of the Waxworks on Chapel Street.
Opening : Open daily from February until 6th November. Closed for re-furbishment until April.
Grand Theatre
The Grand Theatre, Blackpool is a beautiful Grade II listed Victorian theatre which was designed by renowned architect Frank Matcham in 1894.This amazing building offers visitors a packed year-round program of live theatre from opera, ballet, plays, comedies, musicals, contemporary drama and dance to fun children’s shows and of course pantomime!
Directions :
Opening :
Central Pier
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 entertainment. Money saving deals are available for the funfair such as family tickets and 'ride all day' wristbands.
Directions : Central Pier is located on the Central Promanade, Blackpool.Exit the car park and turn left onto the promenade.Follow the promenade south for approximately 1 mile, and Central Pier is located on the seafront.Car parking is located adjacent to Central Pier on Chapel Street.
Opening : Open from Easter until the end of the season.
Blackpool Model Village & Gardens
An award winning enchanting attraction, set in 2.5 acres of beautiful landscaped gardens.
Directions : The Model Village is within the grounds of Stanley Park. Exit the Hotel and turn left onto the Promenade.Bear left onto the A586, following signs for Blackpool North Station. Keep in left hand lane then bear left onto Talbot Road. Keep in right hand lane then bear right (signposted Preston, M55) onto Larkhill Street. Keep in left hand lane then turn left onto Grosvenor Street (signposted Preston, M55) At traffic signals turn left onto Church Street. At next traffic signals turn right onto Devonshire Square (signposted Preston) Turn left onto Forest Gate. Bear right onto Mere Road. At the first roundabout take the 3rd exit onto West Park Drive West Park Drive.
Opening : Open daily from 9th April until 6th November 10.00am - dusk, weather permitting.
Blackpool Illuminations
Blackpool's annual razzle dazzle spectacular sees this seaside city of fun still buzzing with laughter long after other resorts have gone into winter hibernation.
Directions : The Illuminations run from Starr Gate to Bispham along the Promenade, directly infront of the Hotel.
Opening : 2006's Illuminations will shine from 1st September to 5th November.