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The Victoria Tunnel, Ouseburn Newcastle
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.
Angel of the North, Gateshead
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.
intu 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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Gateshead Millennium Bridge - the world's first and only tilting bridge - is a must-see...
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Linking the city of Newcastle-upon-Tyne and neighbouring town Gateshead, the Tyne Bridge is the most...
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Alnwick Castle is now open with new safety measures and guidelines in place which include...
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Post date: 17th February 2020
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The Quadfather is a thrilling and exciting experience, just minutes from the centre of Newcastle...
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Newcastle Falcons rugby team have been at Kingston Park Stadium, their current home ground, since...
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What shops are open at intu Metrocentre? intu Metrocentre in Gateshead is open and ready...
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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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National Glass Centre at the University of Sunderland is a cultural attraction and venue with...
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17 Oct 2020 to 27 Feb 2021
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Kafeneon is a family run Greek restaurant with a warm atmosphere, serving up authentic, fresh...
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Hadrian's Wall
Chesters Roman Fort on Hadrian's Wall is open for visitors! Tickets are available to book...
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Newcastle
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