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Blackpool Tower Eye Tickets

Experience the best views in the North West, from the top of The Blackpool Tower

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The Blackpool Tower Eye key information

Free cancellation

Cancel up to 48 hours in advance to receive a full refund.

Highlights

  • Take a trip 380ft into the sky to the top of The Blackpool Tower and experience the thrilling SkyWalk.
  • Marvel at stunning panoramic views from Blackpool Tower’s spectacular, five-centimetre thick glass viewing platform.
  • Look out into the Irish Sea, at the famous Blackpool Promenade below you, and views over Bowland, up to the Lake District and on a clear day down to Liverpool and across to the Isle of Man.
  • Let the special sensory effects and incredible filming at the 4D cinema bring the history of The Blackpool Tower to life in front of your eyes.

What's included

  • Entry to The Blackpool Tower Eye
  • 4D cinema experience

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Prepare for the experience

Children information

  • Children under 2 years old enter The Blackpool Tower Eye free of charge and they don’t need a ticket.
  • Children under 16 years old must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Accessibility information

  • One registered disabled carer is able to visit free of charge when the person they care for pays the full individual on-the-door rate. The guest will need to provide official documented evidence of the disability or of registered carer status.
  • The Blackpool Tower building can accommodate all guests with a disability, with the exception of guests using mobility scooters.
  • Complimentary wheelchairs are available.
  • Please contact us for more information.

Additional information

  • Please note: Check the current status of the attraction in inclement weather by dialing 01253 622242 before booking.
  • The attraction is subject to weather conditions and can close in inclement weather.
  • Tickets will not be refunded however your tickets are valid for one use within 90 days.

The Blackpool Tower Eye’s live date and time slot availability can be seen upon booking.

Regular opening times are:

  • Daily: 10:00 am - 4:00 / 5:00 pm.
  • Extended closing times 7:00 / 9:00 pm on selected dates in July and August.

Closures:

  • The Blackpool Tower Eye is normally closed between November- April.

How to get there

  • Address: The Blackpool Tower Eye, The Promenade, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY1 4BJ
  • Driving directions: Follow the M6 to Junction 32 and take the M55 to Junction 4. Follow the brown signs for Town Centre Attractions and Central Car Parks.
  • Nearest train station: Blackpool North station is a 10-minute walk away. Blackpool South station is a 30-minute walk away.
  • By Bus: Bus services 1, 5, 7, 10 and 14 run by The Blackpool Tower.
  • By Tram: The seafront tram runs from Fleetwood to Starr Gate. Get off at the Blackpool Tower stop.

Frequently asked questions

  • What is the Blackpool Tower Eye?

    • Blackpool Tower was opened to the public on 14 May 1894. When it opened, Blackpool Tower was the tallest man made structure in the British Empire.
    • Inspired by the Eiffel Tower in Paris, it is 518 feet (158 metres) tall and is the 125th-tallest freestanding tower in the world.
  • How long does Blackpool Tower Eye take?

    • You will need 45 minutes to an hour to make it round the whole experience, although you can stay as long as you like within the Eye.

Supplier information

This product is sold by VisitBritain Shop and supplied by Merlin Entertainments.

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From: £12.99

Upon booking you will receive an instant order confirmation with a link to download the e-ticket including a booking number (starting with ‘5’). You can download it to your mobile phone or print it out to show when visiting the attraction.

From
£12.99