Ripley's Believe It Or Not! Blackpool
Units 5-6 Ocean Boulevard, Pleasure Beach
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Discover bizarre curiosities and mind-bending oddities at this fascinating museum on Blackpool's Pleasure Beach, showcasing extraordinary artefacts and unbelievable exhibits from around the world.
What's nearby
- Pizza Hut Restaurants Blackpool Pleasure Beach next door
- Blackpool Pleasure Beach next door
- Big Dipper next door
- Sandcastle Waterpark Blackpool 250m away
- South Pier Blackpool 400m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
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Opening hours
- Monday
- 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM
- Tuesday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.
What visitors say
This museum is small, but it contains enough unusual objects and interesting facts to fill a couple of hours (it took me about an hour and forty minutes to walk through). Adult admission was £13, card payment only. It's £10 for a child, and under-4's go free. The lady at the entrance was chatty, friendly and very helpful. You enter the museum across a rope bridge, and then walk through a series of themed galleries on two levels. Not easily accessible for people with disabilities, as there are a few dimly lit passages and a staircase to negotiate, and no lift. But there's certainly plenty to see: animal oddities, amazing artworks fashioned from everyday objects, models of the world's tallest man and smallest woman, artefacts of ancient indigenous cultures from all around the world, and much more besides. It's worth taking time to read the printed info that accompanies each exhibit, and there are also a few videos and interactive displays. I found it very interesting, though I imagine some of the things on display, such as the shrunken heads, might be too scary for younger children. The mirrors were great fun, and there were some interactive puzzles and slot machines to try (though the one I tried took my money but didn't work). The moving tunnel at the end was quite an experience! No café or toilets, but there is a shop where you can buy souvenirs and sweets.
· via Google
Well all I can say is, what a fantastic place for all the family. My children wanted to go through again. I found the staff both in Ripley's and the shop very helpful and knowledgeable. Will definitely visit again when back in Blackpool.
· via Google
Really good fun. Lots of interesting things to see. I particularly enjoyed the epitaphs on the tombstones.
· via Google
Firstly, there is an accessible sign on Google but the venue isn't wheelchair accessible, there are stairs that's can't be avoided. Luckily I used a walker and can manage the stairs in my own fashion. The actual experience is amazing, there is so much to see and learn here! Many weird and wonderful facts to read. We spent atleast and hour and a half in here. It's not expensive to get in and there's a good gift shop at the end too.
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At a glance
- Address
- Ocean Boulevard, Promenade, Blackpool, FY4 1EZ Get directions
- Category
- Sightseeing & Attractions
- Guest rating
- 4.0 / 5 (451 reviews)
- Suitable for
- All Ages
- Setting
- Indoor
- Good for children
- Yes
- Toilets on site
- No
- Destination
- Blackpool