18 things tourists should do in Blackpool above anything else - according to the locals

Of course Blackpool Tower, the Pleasure Beach and the Sandcastle were contenders but simple strolls along the prom and a paddle in the sea were must-do suggestions. But aside from Blackpool's incredible attractions, one clear message sounded throughout the comments and that was a plea to tourists to ‘take their litter home and respect the town’. See the full thread of suggestions here

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