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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.
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
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Newcastle
Life Science Centre is now closed in response to Government guidelines. It plans to reopen...
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Gateshead
National Trust are reopening certain parks and gardens, including Gibside National Trust, after temporary closure...
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Further Afield
Kynren has been postponed for 2020 due to the ongoing uncertainty surrounding the covid-19 measures...
Shopping
Newcastle
Is the Quayside Market on? The famous Sunday Quayside Market will return on 18 April...
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Newcastle
Laing Art Gallery in Newcastle is closed in line Government guidelines. What to expect when...
Shopping
Newcastle
Grainger Town is one of the dazzling jewels in Newcastle's crown, with classical architecture designed...
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Newcastle
The Newcastle Toon Tour will start running from Saturday 4 April 2020. We'll keep you...
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Newcastle
CBK Adventures is now open (from 29 March 2021) and offer socially-distanced kayak and paddle...
Food & Drink
Newcastle
Wylam Brewery at Exhibition Park's Palace of Arts will reopen for alfresco fun from Thursday...
Shopping
Gateshead
Is Metrocentre open? Following the latest Government guidelines, non-essential retailers will reopen on Monday 1...
Central Arcade in the heart of...
Alnwick Castle will reopen their grounds...
CBK Adventures is now open (from...
Great North Museum: Hancock is currently...
Post date: 25th December 2020
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Newcastle
Pet's Corner in Jesmond Dene is closed temporarily during the national lockdown. Pet's Corner, in...
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Coast
PLAYHOUSE Whitley Bay offers a wide range of entertainment, including comedy, dance, drama, musicals and...
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Newcastle
Kafeneon reopens for outdoor dining only from 12 April. No booking for dining between 1...
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National Glass Centre at the University of Sunderland is a cultural attraction and venue with...
Food & Drink
The Spanish City is a dining-and-leisure centre in Whitley Bay, a seaside town in North...
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Newcastle
Is Eldon Square open in Newcastle? Non-essential stores will be reopening on 12 April. Eldon...
(Updated from 29 June 2020) Life is still not normal in NewcastleGateshead and the North...
Food & Drink
Newcastle
Lane7 is closed until further notice due to Government guidelines. Lane7 is located in the...
Food & Drink
Newcastle
Dust off your moon boots and hold onto your helmets as Mr Mulligan prepares to...
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Hadrian's Wall
Chesters Roman Fort on Hadrian's Wall is open for visitors! Tickets are available to book...
1 Dec 2020 to 31 Mar 2021
1 Dec 2020 to 31 Mar 2021
The Shipley Art Gallery has teamed up with five local artists from the North East...
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Further Afield
Not 100, not 500 but 1000 acres of Northumberland moorland and forest play home to...
Ouseburn in Newcastle has everything you need to enjoy a day out with the family...
You're spoiled for choice for cocktail making classes in Newcastle, so grab a few friends...
Updated from 2 April 2020 The national lockdown continues and weekend activities and days out...
(Updated 24 March 2021)If you fancy upgrading your breakfast in Newcastle and adding a little...
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Newcastle
The Redhouse plans to reopen their outdoor, pavement seating from 12 April, Check The...
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Newcastle
Spend a delightful hour with some curious cats at Westgate Ark's own cat cafe in...
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Hadrian's Wall
Vindolanda and Roman Army Museum is currently closed. Visit the Vindolanda Trust website for more...
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Further Afield
Originally home to the Lindisfarne Gospels and the site of grisly Viking attacks, Lindisfarne...
Food & Drink
Newcastle
As one of the most famous pubs in Newcastle – and the second oldest in...
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Coast
PLAYHOUSE Whitley Bay offers a wide range of entertainment, including comedy, dance, drama, musicals and...
7 Aug 2021 to 11 Sep 2021
Theatre
7 Aug 2021 to 11 Sep 2021
Further Afield
Kynren 2020 has been postponed due to the ongoing uncertainty surrounding the covid-19 measures. The...
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