Must-see attractions in NewcastleGateshead
It can be hard to know where to start when you visit a new city, so we have created a guide to our must-see attractions and landmarks to help you when you visit NewcastleGateshead.
It can be hard to know where to start when you visit a new city, so we have created a guide to our must-see attractions and landmarks to help you when you visit NewcastleGateshead.
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It can be hard to know where to start when you visit a new city, so we have created a guide to our must-see attractions and landmarks to help you when you visit NewcastleGateshead.
A trip to NewcastleGateshead wouldn’t be complete without a wander along the Quayside to take in the seven iconic bridges that cross the River Tyne. Take in the striking sweep of Sage Gateshead – a distinctive music venue of local, national and international appeal. Pop into BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art which is also on the Gateshead banks of the River Tyne. The free art gallery is located inside a repurposed flour mill and has a rolling programme of exhibitions and arty events for all ages.
There are lots of great must-see family-friendly attractions in NewcastleGateshead too. Life Science Centre is an award-winning family attraction a few minutes’ walk from Newcastle Central Station and a brilliant day out. Uncover the history of Newcastle and Gateshead with a visit to Discovery Museum which is the ideal starting point for visitors visiting the region for the first time. Further afield in County Durham, experience a slice of North East history at award-winning outdoor attraction Beamish Museum.
If you’re visiting Newcastle and Gateshead, you really must-see the Angel of the North! Standing watch over Tyneside for over 20 years, the iconic sculpture is synonymous with Newcastle and Gateshead.
Explore hidden history with a guided visit to Victoria Tunnel which runs beneath Ouseburn from the River Tyne to the heart of Newcastle or journey back in time to discover the origins of the city with a visit to Newcastle Castle.
Metrocentre in Gateshead is haven for visitors to NewcastleGateshead who travel for great shopping. While St James’ Park which is unmissable on the Newcastle skyline is the spiritual home of North East football fans and a majestic landmark to add to your Newcastle must-see list.
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Newcastle City Centre
See the sights, soak up the culture and enjoy panoramic views aboard the Toon Tour...
Things To Do
Newcastle City Centre
Choose from a range of fantastic guided stadium tours at the iconic St. James’ Park...
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Newcastle City Centre
Fenwick Food Hall is without doubt one of the best food halls in the north...
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Christmas in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne would not be the same without a visit to Fenwick’s Christmas Window which is a much-loved part of a long-standing Geordie Christmas tradition. But what will be the theme of this year's Fenwick Christmas Window?
Heritage Open Days are back, with dozens of buildings across Newcastle and Gateshead not normally accessible to the public, set to open their doors. Discover more here.
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Gateshead
Trinity Square brings the best in shopping and leisure to the very heart of Gateshead...
Shopping
Quayside
Upside Down Presents is a Gift, Card & Souvenir shop located at 61 Side, just...
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Further Afield
The Auckland Project in Bishop Auckland offers a unique cultural experience, featuring a collection of...
Food & Drink
Newcastle City Centre
You Only Live Once, so you may as well enjoy yourself! With that in mind...
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Further Afield
Wallington is a large estate in Northumberland which has been cared for by National Trust...
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Further Afield
Washington Old Hall is closed and will return at Easter 2022 At the heart of...
Shopping
Newcastle City Centre
Grainger Town is one of the dazzling jewels in Newcastle's crown, with classical architecture designed...
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Newcastle City Centre
Price From: £18 When: Saturdays Duration: 1.5 hours About: Stroll through Newcastle and explore the...
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Ouseburn
One of NewcastleGateshead's coolest watering holes, The Cluny is a great venue which manages to...
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Further Afield
Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens is a magnificent English Heritage venue just outside Newcastle-Upon-Tyne. An...
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Ouseburn
Star & Shadow Cinema is more than a cinema. It is an alternative social, cultural...
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Newcastle City Centre
Linking the city of Newcastle-upon-Tyne and neighbouring town Gateshead, the Tyne Bridge is the most...
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