Illuminations Tours

Blackpool

Blackpool Heritage Tram Tours

Available from 7 November 2025 to 29 November 2025

Book Blackpool Heritage Tram Tours & take a tour of the illuminations in Blackpool

  • Travel on an iconic heritage tram and see Blackpool’s world-famous Illuminations
  • Choose between the illuminated Frigate tram or the classic 1930s Balloon tram
  • Perfect for families, couples, and visitors of all ages (3+)
  • Includes unlimited travel on Blackpool Transport service trams on the day of your tour
  • Departs from the Pleasure Beach Heritage Tram Stop on South Promenade

Illuminations Tram Tour at Blackpool Heritage Tram Tours:

  • Age Restrictions: Suitable for ages 3+
  • Duration: Approximately 1 hour
  • Location: Pleasure Beach Heritage Tram Stop, South Promenade, Blackpool
  • Tickets include: Illuminations tour plus unlimited travel on Blackpool Transport trams for the day
  • Please note: Due to the historic design, trams have limited accessibility and require climbing steps to board

Enjoy Blackpool’s Illuminations aboard a vintage tram

Climb aboard one of Blackpool’s iconic heritage trams and enjoy a magical journey through the city’s dazzling Illuminations!

Choose the illuminated Frigate tram for a truly immersive experience or the vintage Balloon tram for panoramic views through large windows.

The tour begins at the Pleasure Beach Heritage Tram Stop and travels north along the Promenade, passing thousands of lights and animated tableaux between Cabin and Bispham. You can choose to disembark at North Pier and Tower or return to Pleasure Beach.

  • See Blackpool's iconic illuminations from the comfort of a heritage carriage
  • Cruise past thousands of lights that light up along the road
  • Admire the illuminated and animated tableaux between Cabin and Bispham
  • Travel to Little Bispham before returning back to your boarding point
  • You may leave the tram at North Pier and Tower Heritage Tram Shop if you don't want to return to Pleasure Beach
  • Frigate Tram: Fully illuminated and part of the display itself
  • Balloon Tram: Classic 1930s double-decker with large windows (not illuminated)
  • Souvenirs: Available on board, subject to availability

Book your Illuminations Tram Tour today and enjoy a nostalgic ride through Blackpool’s sparkling seaside spectacle! Tickets delivered instantly via email & SMS. 

Location

Blackpool Heritage Tram Tours

South Promenade,
Blackpool,
FY4 1BB
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Pick-up Point: Blackpool Heritage Tram Tours, South Promenade, Blackpool FY4 1BB

  • This tour boards only at the dedicated Heritage Tram Stop
  • Approximately 50m south of the modern tram stop
  • Trams do not stop at modern tram platforms
  • Customers may leave the tour on the return party of the journey at North Pier and Tower, or remain onboard back to Pleasure Beach
  • Once you leave the tour, you cannot reboard
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Are Blackpool Heritage Tram Tours wheelchair accessible?

Due to the nature of the vehicles and the age and design of the trams, Blackpool Heritage Tram Tours are  not fully wheelchair accessible. Some carriages may be able to to accommodate a folded wheelchair, and staff are able to assist with boarding. 

What age are Blackpool Heritage Tram Tours suitable for?

Blackpool Heritage Tram Tours are suitable for all ages!

  • Please note: The Tramtown Workshop Experience is only suitable for ages 3+. All children require supervision. 
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