As a holiday destination, Scarborough really does have it all; dramatic cliffs and castle headland, award-winning beaches, historic harbour, great family attractions, booming town centre, huge choice of accommodation and a warm Yorkshire welcome to match. Scarborough's proximity to Dalby: Yorkshire's Great Forest, The North York Moors National Park, the Wolds and the dramatic scenery of the Yorkshire Coast makes Scarborough a perfect base from which to explore this most diverse region of Britain.
South Bay Beach is the busiest of Scarborough's beaches. And here's why: Not only do you have fine, soft sand and calm bathing water sheltered from the North by the Castle Headland, the arching bay almost faces South by the time it reaches the harbour, creating a fabulous sun trap. It's accessibility via Foreshore Road, it's proximity to the town centre and the amenities, shops, theatres, amusement arcades, eateries and Harbour make the beach a favourite with visitors and locals alike.
The North Bay Beach is Scarborough's Blue Flag beach, meaning it is one of the best in Europe for cleanliness both on the sand and in the water, facilities and safety. Unlike South Bay, most of the North Bay Beach is away from the road, with the chalet-lined promenade running from 'the corner' to the Sealife Centre.
Foreshore Road in South Bay is home to some fantastic amusement arcades including Olympia Leisure, Coney Island, Gilly's and more. Visit in the evening to see all the arcades illuminated.
Dive into an amazing underwater world and take a fascinating journey to the ocean depths as you discover over 2500 amazing creatures at this unique indoor and outdoor attraction including the new Rainforest Adventure. Discover the incredible creatures of the Great Barrier Reef, head outside and meet the cheeky colony of Humboldt penguins, Yorkshire’s only Seal Hospital and much more.
All the way from the Alps, Alpamare Scarborough is a waterpark like no other. If you love adventure, it’s time to experience the biggest, the fastest, the wettest, the warmest, the cleanest, the waviest, the newest, the funnest, the most unlike-any-waterpark-you’ve-seen before waterpark.
Europe's largest with a near 8,000 capacity and bringing the biggest artists to Scarborough. In recent years acts have included Britney Spears, Lionel Richie, Bryan Adams, Little Mix and many more.
Frequently voted one of the best parks in the country, Peasholm Park in Scarborough is home to a lake, island, glen and the famous Naval Warfare show. There is an oriental theme throughout and there's putting and golf along with dragon pedalos, cafe, toilets and ice cream kiosk.
Scarborough's big wheel is situated on the old Futurist Theatre site in South Bay. Next to it is a themed miniature golf course.
Scarborough has loads of options, from speedboats to fishing trips to Hispaniola Pirate Ship. Some trips may need booking in advance, usually the longer fishing trips, but most you can just turn up, pay and sail! Watch out for Porpoises and even occasionally Dolphins!