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Grey Street, Newcastle
Explore the city's diverse range of cultural activities from free museums and art galleries to a lively music scene and showstopping theatre experiences.
You will not be short of things to do in Newcastle and Gateshead – a region oozing with art, culture and heritage.
Sage Gateshead
Every trip should include ticking off the must-see cultural hotspots and attractions. Stroll along Grey Street to admire the famous architecture, sit at the feet of the Angel of the North or gaze up at the spire of Newcastle Cathedral. The beauty of Newcastle is its compact city centre which means that you can eat, sleep and experience a wealth of cultural activities without having to travel far.
Take in the striking sweep of Sage Gateshead which cuts an imposing figure overlooking the Quayside. Pop into the music venue for lunch in their café while you choose from a packed programme of live performance which take place throughout the year.
BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art, Gateshead Quayside
BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art is also on the Gateshead banks of the River Tyne and is a free art gallery with a rolling programme of exhibitions and events for all ages. Located inside a re-purposed flour mill, BALTIC is also a great place for a cuppa at their onsite café. Visitors can take the glass lift to BALTIC’s viewing platform for a great vantage point across NewcastleGateshead ideal for your Instagram photos!
Enjoy pre-show dining at Mckenna’s at Northern Stage or seasonal exhibitions at The Biscuit Factory where art becomes something you can take home. Theatre, performance and comedy take place all year round at award-winning venues in NewcastleGateshead showcasing original productions, award-winning West End blockbusters and RSC must-sees.
1 Jan 2021 to 31 Mar 2021
Family
1 Jan 2021 to 31 Mar 2021
If you're scratching your heads for things to do at home, then delve into BALTIC...
19 Jun 2022 to 19 Jun 2022
Live Music
19 Jun 2022 to 19 Jun 2022
Further Afield
Elton John is coming to Sunderland Stadium of Light on Sunday 19 June 2022 as...
17 Sep 2022 to 3 Dec 2022
Exhibition
17 Sep 2022 to 3 Dec 2022
Newcastle City Centre
The Lindisfarne Gospels return to the North East from 17 September - 3 December 202...
1 Dec 2021 to 23 Dec 2021
Seasonal
1 Dec 2021 to 23 Dec 2021
Newcastle City Centre
Bonnie & Fanny's Christmas Spectacular returns to Live Theatre Newcastle this Christmas for another festive...
29 Oct 2021 to 27 Mar 2022
Exhibition
29 Oct 2021 to 27 Mar 2022
Newcastle City Centre
Discovery Museum invite you to explore Making Waves: A Festival of Sound running until 2...
Things To Do
Gateshead
BALTIC, BALTIC Shop & Six Riverside restaurant are now open Wednesday to Sunday 10am-6pm...
Things To Do
Newcastle
At the Laing Art Galley there's always something to keep everyone entertained and informed, from...
Things To Do
Newcastle
Unfortunately, NewcastleGateshead River Escapes will not be running cruises or events in 2021. Please check...
13 May 2022 to 14 May 2022
Festival
13 May 2022 to 14 May 2022
Newcastle
The Late Shows will return to Ouseburn, Newcastle and Gateshead on Friday 13 & Saturday...
Things To Do
Further Afield
From 3 July, we will once again be opening our doors and inviting you...
Things To Do
Newcastle
The Illuminating the Self exhibition at Hatton Gallery in Newcastle is available to experience online...
6 Dec 2021 to 6 Dec 2021
Heritage
6 Dec 2021 to 6 Dec 2021
Newcastle
Join The Common Room on Monday 6 December for a free heritage tour of the...
29 Oct 2021 to 27 Mar 2022
Discovery Museum invite you to explore...
Unfortunately, NewcastleGateshead River Escapes will not...
BALTIC, BALTIC Shop & Six...
1 Jan 2021 to 31 Mar 2021
If you're scratching your heads for...
Post date: 25th November 2021
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First time visitors to NewcastleGateshead should make sure to pop down to the Quayside as part of their trip to the city. Whether you are daytripping or on a city break, there is much to discover and top sights to experience on Newcastle Quayside.
If you’re looking to spoil yourself on your summer city break in 2021, look no further than Newcastle-Upon-Tyne. The city and its surrounding region offer a range of activities and experiences that you won’t get anywhere else.
NewcastleGateshead is often heralded as one of the top city break destinations in the UK, and with rich and unique history, vibrant nightlife and budding independent scene, it is the perfect place to explore this summer.
2 Dec 2021 to 24 Dec 2021
Seasonal
2 Dec 2021 to 24 Dec 2021
Newcastle City Centre
Newcastle's Christmas Market return to Newcastle city centre this Christmas, bringing with it plenty of...
27 Jan 2022 to 27 Jan 2022
Live Music
27 Jan 2022 to 27 Jan 2022
Further Afield
Join the UK’s best-selling country act and award-winning duo The Shires for an intimate, acoustic...
Newcastle
Shieldfield Art Works (SAW) presents a thought-provoking programme of art exhibitions, events, workshops and publications...
Food & Drink
Newcastle
The French Quarter is a relaxed neighbourhood restaurant and wine bar situated in a community...
24 Feb 2022 to 24 Feb 2022
Comedy
24 Feb 2022 to 24 Feb 2022
Newcastle City Centre
Comedy superstar John Bishop is coming to Utilita Arena with his highly anticipated brand-new stand...
11 Dec 2021 to 12 Dec 2021
Live Music
11 Dec 2021 to 12 Dec 2021
Newcastle
The Old Coal Yard is raising funds for Sister Shack, with festive food and snacks...
Shopping
Newcastle
Dreamworld Cakes is a family-run patisserie and cafe in the heart of Ouseburn, Newcastle. The...
24 Jul 2021 to 31 Dec 2021
Exhibition
24 Jul 2021 to 31 Dec 2021
Ouseburn
Once There Was Magic is a magical exhibition for families with older children at Seven...
Shopping
Ouseburn
Flea Circus is a department store of independent sellers and creatives, in the thriving cultural...
11 Nov 2021 to 24 Dec 2021
Seasonal
11 Nov 2021 to 24 Dec 2021
Newcastle
Welcome to Santa's Rooftop Cinema - screening from Thursday 11 November - Christmas Eve 2021...
Food & Drink
Newcastle
ABOVE is a dazzling, all-weather rooftop bar and restaurant in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne. Prepare for a perfect...
26 Apr 2022 to 30 Apr 2022
Theatre
26 Apr 2022 to 30 Apr 2022
Further Afield
Six decades of stardom, over a hundred million records sold. Legend, icon, Queen. She is...
Food & Drink
The Spanish City is a dining-and-leisure centre in Whitley Bay, a seaside town in North...
Food & Drink
Newcastle
Cook House in Ouseburn is open with indoor and alfresco dining. Having started in...
Where to Stay
Coast
Formerly a traditional seaside guest house, Stay Coastal has been beautifully renovated into 7 luxurious...
Shopping
Newcastle City Centre
Prohibition Cabaret Bar is a good old fashioned liquor joint set in the roaring 1920's...
26 Apr 2022 to 30 Apr 2022
Theatre
26 Apr 2022 to 30 Apr 2022
Further Afield
Six decades of stardom, over a hundred million records sold. Legend, icon, Queen. She is...
16 Dec 2021 to 16 Dec 2021
Live Music
16 Dec 2021 to 16 Dec 2021
Newcastle
British pop giants Madness have announced their sure-to-be triumphant return to the road with ‘The...
13 Nov 2021 to 24 Dec 2021
Family
13 Nov 2021 to 24 Dec 2021
Further Afield
What would Christmas be without a traditional visit to Santa’s Grotto to tell him what...
11 Dec 2021 to 11 Dec 2021
Seasonal
11 Dec 2021 to 11 Dec 2021
Coast
As dusk settles and darkness falls; Arbeia Roman Fort, once the guard to the river...
Where to Stay
Further Afield
Experience a countryside getaway at Herding Hill Farm - an award-winning, 5-star dog friendly camping...
Food & Drink
Newcastle
The Holy Hobo in Jesmond is closed but the outdoor area - Jesmond Beach Box...
9 Jul 2022 to 10 Jul 2022
Live Music
9 Jul 2022 to 10 Jul 2022
Newcastle
We are delighted to announce the welcome return of The Dragonfly Ball. Guests will be...
Food & Drink
Newcastle
A cosy, independent coffee house in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne on historic Grey...
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