Best Attractions in Cornwall
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The best attractions in Cornwall
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27 attractions
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Arena4.4★22,325 reviews
AO Arena
Located in Manchester’s Cheetham Hill area near Victoria Station Approach, AO Arena is one of Europe’s largest indoor arenas. Since opening in 1995, it has hosted world-class concerts, sporting events, and performances, attracting millions annually. The venue features modern facilities and a vibrant atmosphere, making it a central hub for live entertainment in the UK.
Price level $$Time to spend 2–6 hrs
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Children's Amusement Centre4.3★14,964 reviews
Coral Island
Coral Island is Blackpool’s largest free-admission indoor amusement centre, offering a pirate-themed arcade with thrilling rides, extensive gaming, and family-friendly dining. Located on Bonny Street, it features attractions like the Pirate Flyer monorail, Pirates Quest Ghost Train, and the Camel Derby race. With multiple eateries where kids eat free, a massive prize shop, and lively pirate décor, Coral Island is a top destination for fun-filled family entertainment in any weather.
Price level $$Time to spend 1–3 hrs
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Events Venue4.5★8,937 reviews
Winter Gardens Blackpool
Winter Gardens Blackpool is a magnificent Grade II-listed entertainment complex located at 97 Church Street. Established in 1878, it houses multiple theatres, ballrooms, and event spaces including the renowned Opera House and Empress Ballroom. Hosting world-class concerts, musicals, dance festivals, and conferences, it remains a cultural hub with opulent interiors, rich history, and a vibrant calendar of events year-round.
Price level $$Time to spend 2–3 hrs
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Exhibition and trade centre4.5★3,580 reviews
Exhibition Centre Liverpool
Exhibition Centre Liverpool is a premier events venue located at King's Dock on Liverpool’s vibrant waterfront. With a striking modern design, it hosts a wide range of exhibitions, conferences, and trade shows. The centre offers excellent accessibility, extensive parking facilities, and stunning views of the River Mersey, making it a key destination for business and cultural events in the city.
Price level $$Time to spend 1–6 hrs
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Performing arts theatre4.7★2,475 reviews
The Grand Theatre Blackpool
The Grand Theatre Blackpool, opened in 1894 and designed by famed Victorian architect Frank Matcham, is a Grade II* listed building renowned for its intimate yet spacious auditorium. Located at 33 Church Street, it seats over 1,000 patrons and hosts a diverse range of live performances, from drama and musicals to variety shows. The theatre has a rich history, surviving threats of demolition and evolving through eras of cinema and live entertainment, now celebrated as the National Theatre of Variety.
Price level $$Time to spend 2–4 hrs
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Tour operator4.7★1,079 reviews
Beatles Magical Mystery Tour
The Beatles Magical Mystery Tour offers an immersive coach journey through Liverpool’s iconic Beatles landmarks, including Penny Lane, Strawberry Field, and the childhood homes of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr. The tour culminates with entrance to the legendary Cavern Club, where the Beatles performed early in their career. With knowledgeable guides, evocative music, and photo stops, this award-winning tour celebrates the enduring legacy of the Fab Four.
Daily 9:00–14:00Price level $$Time to spend 2–3 hrs
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Pub4.4★1,090 reviews
Eagle & Child Inn
The Eagle & Child Inn in Ramsbottom, Lancashire, is a historic coaching inn dating back to 1820, with roots as a licensed premises since 1492. This award-winning pub and restaurant blends rich heritage with modern comforts, featuring a stunning orangery dining room, boutique bedrooms, and a welcoming beer garden. Known for its craft beers, dog-friendly rooms, and community spirit, it offers a vibrant yet cozy atmosphere in a picturesque setting near Bury.
Price level $$Time to spend 1–4 hrs
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Park and Garden4.5★861 reviews
Chavasse Park
Chavasse Park is a vibrant 5-acre urban park located within Liverpool ONE, offering landscaped gardens, a nature trail for children, and a lively atmosphere year-round. This green oasis provides a peaceful escape from the bustling city center, hosting seasonal events including festive celebrations and family-friendly activities. Its terraces rise above an underground car park, blending modern design with natural beauty in a central city setting.
Open 24 hoursTime to spend 1–3 hrs
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Tourist attraction4.6★724 reviews
The Comedy Carpet
The Comedy Carpet in Blackpool is a vast public artwork celebrating British comedy, featuring over 160,000 granite letters that immortalize jokes, catchphrases, and names of more than 1,000 comedians. Situated on the Tower Festival Headland by the iconic Blackpool Tower, this 2,200-square-meter concrete 'carpet' offers a unique tribute to the nation's humor heritage and serves as a vibrant outdoor stage for entertainment.
Daily 9:00–17:00Time to spend 0.5–2 hrs
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Catholic church4.8★583 reviews
St Mary's RC Church
St Mary's RC Church, known as 'The Hidden Gem', is a historic Catholic church located on Mulberry Street in Manchester. Founded in 1794 to serve the city's less fortunate, it was rebuilt in a distinctive Rhenish Romanesque style after a dramatic roof collapse in 1835. The church features unique brick and sandstone architecture, a helm tower, and houses the Diocesan Shrine of Our Lady of Manchester. It remains a spiritual and architectural landmark in the heart of Manchester.
Time to spend 0.5–1.5 hrs
Saint John's Gardens
Saint John's Gardens is a tranquil urban park located in Manchester on the site of the former St John's Church, built in 1769 and demolished in 1931. The gardens preserve historical gravestones and provide a peaceful green retreat amid the city's bustle, featuring mature trees, flowerbeds, and winding pathways. Easily accessible near Deansgate and the Museum of Science and Industry, it offers a serene spot for reflection, community events, and a connection to Manchester’s rich industrial heritage.
Open 24 hoursTime to spend 0.5–2 hrs
St Michael's Flags & Angel Meadow Park
St Michael's Flags & Angel Meadow Park in Manchester is a serene urban green space steeped in rich and somber history. Once a prosperous suburb and site of St Michael’s Church, it later became notorious as Angel Meadow, a densely populated slum and paupers’ burial ground where an estimated 40,000 poor were interred. Today, the park offers a tranquil retreat with historical markers, artistic sculptures, and a connection to Manchester’s industrial past and regeneration.
Open 24 hoursTime to spend 0.5–2 hrs
The Gruffalo & Friends Clubhouse
Step into the enchanting world of The Gruffalo & Friends Clubhouse on Blackpool's Promenade, a vibrant indoor playground designed for children under 10. This immersive attraction brings to life beloved stories by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler through six themed zones filled with imaginative play, soft play areas, and interactive experiences. With engaging shows, character meet-and-greets, and a family-friendly café, it’s a magical destination for young families seeking creative fun and discovery.
Mon–Fri 10:00–14:00 · Sat–Sun 10:00–16:00Price level $$Time to spend 1–2 hrs
Salford Watersports Centre
Salford Watersports Centre, located at 15 The Quays in Salford, offers a vibrant hub for water-based activities including open water swimming, paddleboarding, kayaking, and powerboat training. With excellent facilities, expert coaching, and a safe, welcoming environment, it caters to beginners and seasoned enthusiasts alike. The centre operates year-round, featuring a unique filtration system ensuring high water quality in the heart of Salford Quays.
Mon–Fri 9:30–20:00 · Sat–Sun 9:00–16:30Price level $$Time to spend 1–2 hrs
BBC Dock House
The BBC Dock House in Salford is a dynamic media and cultural landmark located at The Quays, serving as the headquarters for BBC North. This modern building offers visitors a unique insight into television and radio production, set against the scenic backdrop of Salford Quays’ waterfront. It is a key part of the vibrant MediaCityUK precinct, blending cutting-edge broadcasting facilities with public engagement and stunning architecture.
Daily 7:00–20:00Price level $$Time to spend 1–2 hrs
Peter Rabbit™: Explore and Play - Blackpool
Peter Rabbit™: Explore and Play in Blackpool is an indoor family attraction designed for young children to immerse themselves in the world of Beatrix Potter’s beloved character. Featuring interactive play zones like Jeremy Fisher’s pond, Mr McGregor’s garden, and The Burrow, it offers a variety of hands-on activities that encourage imaginative play and learning. The attraction is compact but thoughtfully designed, providing a safe, clean, and engaging environment for toddlers and young kids to explore and enjoy.
Price level $$Time to spend 0.5–1.5 hrs
Grundy Art Gallery
Housed in a striking Edwardian building on Blackpool’s Queen Street, Grundy Art Gallery is a free-entry contemporary art space with a rich permanent collection and a dynamic programme of changing exhibitions. It showcases established and emerging UK and international artists, from painting and sculpture to new media and light art, in a light-filled, welcoming environment. The gallery also hosts workshops, talks and events, and features a well-stocked shop selling art books, prints and design-led gifts.
Tue–Sat 10:00–16:45Time to spend 0.5–2 hrs
The Portico Library
The Portico Library, located at 57 Mosley Street in Manchester, is a distinguished subscription library and newsroom founded in 1806. Housed in a Grade II* listed Greek Revival building designed by Thomas Harrison, it boasts a collection of around 25,000 books, including rare 19th-century editions. The library remains a vibrant cultural hub, hosting literary events and fostering northern writing traditions while preserving its rich historical archives.
Price level $$Time to spend 1–3 hrs
Forest of Bowland
The Forest of Bowland is a vast and tranquil Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) spanning 803 square kilometres across Lancashire and North Yorkshire. Known for its heather-clad moorlands, deep valleys, ancient woodlands, and picturesque stone villages, it offers some of England’s most peaceful walking, cycling, and wildlife-watching experiences. Rich in cultural heritage and natural diversity, Bowland is a haven for birdwatchers, hikers, and stargazers seeking solitude and scenic beauty.
Time to spend 2–8 hrs
St Barnabas Penny Lane
St Barnabas Penny Lane is a historic Anglican church located on the famous Penny Lane in Liverpool, England. Built between 1900 and 1914, it is renowned for its connection to the Beatles, especially Paul McCartney, who sang in its choir as a child. The church serves both as a place of worship and a vibrant community music venue, featuring a memorial east window dedicated to WWI. It blends rich musical heritage with community spirit in a significant cultural landmark.
Tue 11:30–13:00 · Sun 10:30–12:30, 17:30–19:30Time to spend 0.5–2 hrs
Moonshine Saloon Liverpool
Step into the Moonshine Saloon in Liverpool, an immersive Wild West-themed cocktail bar and dinner theatre where guests bring their own spirits to be crafted into bespoke cocktails. Don Western attire, mingle with live actors, play games, and enjoy an interactive storyline set in a secret moonshine distillery. This unique experience blends theatrical entertainment with mixology for an adventurous night out in the heart of Liverpool.
Price level $$Time to spend 1.5–2 hrs
拿破仑（Napoleons) Restaurant and KTV
Napoleons Casino & Restaurant in Manchester offers a vibrant blend of gaming excitement and contemporary dining. Located at 35 Bloom Street, it features a stylish casino with various table games and slot machines alongside a well-regarded restaurant known for quality European cuisine and attentive service. Open daily with late hours, Napoleons provides a lively atmosphere perfect for both casual dining and nightlife entertainment.
Daily 9:00–3:00Price level $$Time to spend 2–4 hrs
Cains Brewery Village
Cains Brewery Village is a vibrant hub in Liverpool’s historic Baltic Triangle, blending rich brewing heritage with contemporary food, drink, and entertainment venues. Founded in 1858 by Robert Cain, this site has been revitalized into a lively complex featuring craft beer, street food markets, live music, and unique bars, making it a cultural hotspot that celebrates Liverpool’s industrial past and creative present.
Open 24 hoursPrice level $$Time to spend 2–4 hrs
Wild Fox Distillery
Nestled on a working dairy farm near Preston, Wild Fox Distillery crafts award-winning gin using homegrown botanicals and traditional methods. Open Thursday to Saturday, it offers visitors a warm northern welcome with gin tastings, cocktails, homemade bakes, and scenic rural views. The distillery hosts popular Food Truck Fridays and private events, blending artisanal spirits with a relaxed countryside atmosphere.
Thu 10:00–17:00 · Fri–Sat 12:00–17:00Price level $$Time to spend 1–3 hrs
George Harrison's Childhood Home
Located in the Liverpool suburb of Speke, George Harrison's childhood home at 25 Upton Green is a historically significant site where the Beatles' lead guitarist lived from 1950 to 1962. This modest council house was not only his family residence but also an early rehearsal space for the Quarrymen, the band that evolved into the Beatles. Now open for guided tours, visitors can explore the authentic rooms where Harrison's musicianship developed alongside Paul McCartney, gaining insight into the roots of one of music's most iconic bands.
Price level $$Time to spend 1–1.5 hrs
New Brighton
New Brighton, located in Wallasey on the Wirral Peninsula, is a lively seaside town known for its wide sandy beach, historic landmarks such as Perch Rock Lighthouse and Fort Perch Rock, and a bustling Victorian Quarter filled with independent shops, eateries, and cultural venues. It offers family-friendly attractions, scenic promenades with views of Liverpool’s skyline, and a rich blend of heritage and contemporary coastal charm.
Price level $$Time to spend 2–6 hrs
Glasson Dock
Glasson Dock, located near Lancaster in Lancashire, England, is a charming tidal port and marina known for its rich maritime heritage, scenic canal-side walks, and vibrant local wildlife. Once a bustling commercial port, it now offers visitors a blend of historic docks, peaceful waterside views, and a welcoming village atmosphere with cafes and shops. The dock remains operational, blending working harbor activity with leisure boating and nature spotting.
Time to spend 1–3 hrs
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