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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.
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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
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Newcastle City Centre
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Newcastle City Centre
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Post date: 17th December 2021
Read on for our guide to 21 things to do and reasons to visit NewcastleGateshead in 2022. From major sporting events to live music and expansive cultural festivals. Discover so many ways to experience the North East in 2022.
There are plenty of excellent and award-winning guided tours to choose from in NewcastleGateshead. Discover the hidden histories, unpick the layers of heritage and familiarise yourself with our guide to 12 of the best guided tours in NewcastleGateshead.
The Lindisfarne Gospels will no doubt be a must-see attraction in Newcastle for many people in 2022, whether your interests are spiritual, literary, cultural, artistic or historical. Find out what it is and more about the varied year-long programme of events which will also be taking place.
Hadrian's Wall 1900 Festival will take place from 24 January - 23 December 2022. A year-long programme of events celebrates the 1900th anniversary since the historic World Heritage Site was first built. Read on for programme highlights near NewcastleGateshead.
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?
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Tynemouth
Longsands Surf School is the best way to experience the North East coastline! Get active...
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Further Afield
Washington Old Hall is closed and will return at Easter 2022 At the heart of...
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Newcastle City Centre
About Grainger Market Newcastle’s historic indoor market, Grainger Market, opened to the public on 2...
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Ouseburn
There are three exhibitions to explore at Seven Stories, The National Museum for Children's Books...
November 1st 2022 to December 31st 2022
Seasonal
1 Nov 2022 to 31 Dec 2022
Newcastle City Centre
We look forward to the big reveal of the next Fenwick Christmas Window ahead of...
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Newcastle City Centre
The Retreat, the Lifestyle Academy's beauty and holistic therapies salon and spa area. You are...
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Hadrian's Wall
Explore the northern frontier of a mighty empire that once covered the known world. Hadrian's...
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Newcastle City Centre
Colonel Porter's is turning its attention to another British tradition afternoon tea - with its...
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Hadrian's Wall
Chesters Roman Fort on Hadrian's Wall is open for visitors! Tickets are available to book...
September 17th 2022 to September 17th 2022
Live Music
17 Sep 2022 to 17 Sep 2022
Newcastle City Centre
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Ouseburn
Bookings are for inside tables only and some space has been reserved for walk ins!...
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Newcastle City Centre
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