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Blackpool Tower

National Museum & Exhibition · Lancashire, England

Blackpool Tower is a national museum & exhibition in Lancashire, England. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.

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PriceAdult £15 · Child £12.50 · Family £55
Official site: Blackpool Tower Top from £15 adult and £12.50 child (lowest online price). Family figure is 2 adults + 2 children at that price.
Best time to goWeekdays in term time.
School holiday tipEarly July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening. Indoor venue: wet half-term days cause surges; check the forecast.
Best agesMost suit about 5-12; free places suit short visits with younger children
If it rainsMostly indoors: wet days tend to be busiest
Money saverMany are free, so budget for parking and food only; go for 2 hours, not all day.
Top tipsDo the Tower Eye first, then the Dungeon. Book combined tickets.
What to packSnacks, water bottle, pram or carrier, wipes

Partly checked on 23 Oct 2026. Confirm prices and times on the venue's website. Venue website or source

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