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Quayside, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK

Quayside

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Quayside

Dive into Quayside, Newcastle, where the iconic Tyne Bridge and Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art steal the show! Stroll along the shimmering river, indulge in scrumptious street food, and soak up the vibrant atmosphere buzzing with laughter. As night falls, the bridges twinkle like stars—perfect for a romantic stroll or festive selfies. Unforgettable vibes await!

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Gateshead Millennium Bridge

The Gateshead Millennium Bridge is an architectural marvel, famous for its stunning tilting design and striking nightscape, elegantly connecting Gateshead and Newcastle while offering breathtaking views of the River Tyne and surrounding skyline.

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Quayside Sunday Market

At Quayside Sunday Market in Newcastle upon Tyne, vibrant stalls overflow with local crafts, delicious street food, and unique treasures, all set against the stunning backdrop of the iconic Tyne Bridge.

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Tyne Bridge

The Tyne Bridge, a striking symbol of Newcastle upon Tyne, boasts stunning Art Deco architecture and offers breathtaking views of the River Tyne, making it a must-visit landmark for history and photography enthusiasts alike.

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The High Level Bridge

The High Level Bridge, an engineering marvel connecting Newcastle and Gateshead, offers stunning views of the River Tyne and the city skyline, making it a must-visit landmark for history and architecture enthusiasts.

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Swing Bridge

Swing Bridge, located in Gateshead, NE8 2BJ, is an iconic feat of engineering that connects historic charm with stunning views of the River Tyne, making it a must-visit landmark for both history enthusiasts and photographers.

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Riverside Walk

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Newcastle City Marina

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Baltic Square

Landmark4.9/5

Cycle Centre Express

Landmark4.4/5

Blacksmiths Needle

Stays

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Dakota Hotel Newcastle

Nestled along the vibrant Quayside, Dakota Hotel Newcastle offers luxury accommodations and exceptional dining, making it an iconic destination for travelers seeking style, comfort, and stunning views of the Tyne bridge.

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Staybridge Suites Newcastle by IHG

Nestled in the vibrant heart of Newcastle upon Tyne, Staybridge Suites offers a blend of modern comfort and home-like amenities, making it an ideal retreat for both leisure and business travelers seeking a memorable stay.

Stay4.55/5

INNSiDE by Meliá Newcastle

Discover the vibrant charm of INNSiDE by Meliá Newcastle, where sleek modern design meets breathtaking riverside views, making it an ideal destination for both leisure and business travelers seeking an unforgettable experience in the heart of Newcastle.

Stay3.95/5

Roomzzz Aparthotel Newcastle City

Nestled in the heart of Newcastle, Roomzzz Aparthotel offers modern, spacious accommodations with a unique blend of style and comfort, making it an iconic choice for both business travelers and city explorers.

Stay4.35/5

Malmaison Newcastle

Nestled along the picturesque Quayside, Malmaison Newcastle transforms a former warehouse into an iconic boutique hotel, offering a unique blend of stylish accommodations and vibrant dining, perfect for an unforgettable stay in the heart of the city.

Stay4.35/5

Crowne Plaza Newcastle - Stephenson Quarter by IHG

Welcome to Crowne Plaza Newcastle - Stephenson Quarter, where sleek modern design meets historic charm. Situated in the vibrant heart of Newcastle upon Tyne, our hotel offers stylish rooms, a fitness center, and a fantastic restaurant. With its prime location near popular attractions like St James' Park and the Sage Gateshead, you'll have a blast exploring this lively city. Get ready for a fun-filled adventure at our IHG Hotel!

Stay4.35/5

Holiday Inn Express Newcastle City Centre by IHG

Stay4.2/5

Copthorne Hotel Newcastle

Get ready for a smashing stay at Copthorne Hotel Newcastle! Located in the vibrant Close area of Newcastle upon Tyne, this hotel offers a prime spot for explorers. With stylish rooms, a fitness center, and a scrumptious restaurant, it's the perfect base for your city adventures. Plus, you'll be just a stone's throw away from the famous Quayside and its buzzing nightlife. Get ready to paint the toon red!

Stay4.1/5

Week2Week Serviced Apartments Ltd

Stay4.05/5

Premier Inn Newcastle Quayside hotel

Stay4/5

Leonardo Hotel Newcastle Quayside

Stay3.95/5

The Vermont Aparthotel

Stay3.95/5

The Vermont Hotel

Get ready for a whimsical stay at The Vermont Hotel in Newcastle upon Tyne! Nestled in Castle Garth, this charming gem offers spellbinding views of the Tyne Bridge and the vibrant city below. With its elegant rooms, exquisite dining options, and a rooftop terrace that will have you feeling like royalty, The Vermont Hotel is the ultimate base for your adventure in Newcastle. Prepare for a magical experience you won't forget!

Stay3.8/5

Dream Apartments Newcastle

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Vanguard Apartments

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Travelodge Newcastle Central

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2 h 15 mins

2 Hours Walking Tour in Newcastle Upon Tyne in Italian/English

During this two-hour tour in Italian and English, you will explore Newcastle's city centre with its New Gothic, Neoclassical, Brutalist, and Georgian buildings and learn about the city's unique architecture and illustrious past.

$39.80
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5/5

Newcastle Upon Tyne Private Historic Pub Tour With Free Drinks!

Newcastle Uon Tyne is famous around the world for amongst other things, it's great pubs, nightlife and friendly Geordie locals. In fact Newcastle has been voted as having the second best night life and in the rolled behind Rio.... and we're pretty sure they don't have our fantastic pubs! This tour isn't just a pub tour but a history tour also as we explore some of the most beautiful streets in Britain and some back lanes too and learn the incredible history whilst see some of the best sights in Britain including the castle, cathedral and much more. Visit 5 of the best pubs in Newcastle Upon Tyne. Each pub with a special and unique history on this private guided tour with drinks included in each pub! This tour is also very popular for visitors stopping off for a day on a British or European cruise.

$192.16
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5/5
1 h 30 mins

Halloween Special: Newcastle's Dark Side Walking Tour

The perfect way to feel some spooky vibes this Halloween weekend and explore the real dark side of Newcastle! Uncover some of the city's darkest secrets, gruely mystweries, murders and intrigue! Explore stories of stolen corpses, dark and notorious prisons, grave robbers and witch hunts! There is so much to discover during your Halloween tour of Newcastle. NOTE: This is an adaptation of the famous Newcastle True Crime Tour operating weekly.

$27.45
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5/5
3 h

Private Newcastle Pub Tour

This is the ORIGINAL NEWCASTLE PUB TOUR! Enjoy a tour of discover & taste, as we cherry-pick some of the oldest and most iconic pubs in Newcastle! We look forward to sharing their fascinating tales from amusing anecdotes to serious chat... We’ll also find out about the rise and fall of local brewers like the iconic Newcastle Brown Ale and the recent resurgence of dozens of micro-breweries making Newcastle the go-to place for independent brewers and beer lovers. Even today, the Geordies are famed for knowing how to have a good night out and the tour will include some more recent favourites.

$205.88
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5/5
2 h

Newcastle Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt

Newcastle has a castle, a Roman wall, a Victorian covered market, and a bridge that could outshine any city's skyline — let the riddles introduce them all. This app-led scavenger hunt takes you through Newcastle upon Tyne on foot, using phone-based riddles to guide you from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time. • Solve clues at the Grainger Market, St Nicholas Cathedral, and Newcastle Castle — Victorian commerce, medieval faith, and Norman fortitude on one walk • Go at your own pace through Newcastle with no guide and no fixed start time • Great for families, history lovers, and groups of any size Available in 24 languages including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian — see the full list when booking and choose yours when you start the game in the app. Around 2 hours - any group size. The Tyne doesn't take a day off — neither should you.

$6.18
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Tailor-made Walking Tour: Discover Newcastle

This tour is completely customizable - let us know your ideal starting / end points, time, duration, inclusions you wish to add (museums, galleries, foodie places etc.). We look forward to building the tour to suit you and your fellow travellers. Enjoy a personal and inspirational walk through the great city of Newcastle and discover how the city has transformed itself in the past 20-30 years to become one of the most culturally active and stunning architectural cities in the country. The tour will tell the story of 2,000 years of city history and will give you a rounded story of how the city has become this cultural hub. We will focus on today's highlights and what the future holds for a city moving at pace. We can offer private transfers from/to port or airport at an additional fee.

$308.83
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5/5
2 h

Newcastle: History and Highlights Private Guided Walking Tour

Experience the city of Newcastle (and Gateshead) in a new light - gone are the days of industry & depression - the city today is one of the most fascinating, culturally active and inspiring cities in the UK. Discover its past, present and future on this discovery walking tour with your local expert!

$308.83
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Guided City Walking Tour of Newcastle

The tour takes you around some of the more interesting sights of the beautiful city of Newcastle. On it you will hear about the history of the city from the Iron Age to present day, and also about some of the city's more interesting characters. The tour is approximately 3.5km (2.2 miles), does include some steps, road crossing, and some uneven pavement. Please come prepared according to the weather forecast for that day. In the event of bad weather, please contact me through the message option here on TripAdvisor to see if the tour is still going ahead. Weather cancellations will be very rare.

$41.18
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4.9/5
3 h

3 Hour Walking Tour through Newcastle upon Tyne

This walking tour brings the ever changing heritage and culture into life. It explains the history as well as the future developments.

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4.9/5
1 h 30 mins

90 minute Old Newcastle Walking Tour - FREE castle entry

Join us for a tour around the fascinating remains of Old Newcastle, including free entry to Newcastle Castle! This tour will bring to life the history of Newcastle which lies hidden behind the facade of the modern city. One of our friendly and knowledgeable guides will take you from Newcastle Castle along to Monument before stopping at St Andrews, Newcastle's oldest church, past the formidable town walls taking in Friaries, merchant houses, markets, before finishing at the imposing Black Gate - the gatehouse of Newcastle's Castle. From here you will be free to explore the amazingly preserved remains of the Black Gate and Castle Keep for yourselves - tickets are included in the price of the tour at a significant discount. Don't have time to explore Newcastle Castle after your tour? Don't worry! Your return ticket is valid for 48 hours after your tour! Walking Tours available every Monday and Friday 10:30am and 1pm from 30th March - 5th October

$32.01
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4.9/5
1 h 30 mins

Newcastle True Crime Walking Tour

This tour is one of a kind - it is not a ghost tour. It takes you on a true crimes journey of Newcastle and explores some of the gruesome dark times in the city's history (all brought to life by your local expert). Your tour also takes you past some of the best-known places in the city but diverts to take you through some of the most hidden streets full of wonderful stories to tell!

$32.94
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4.9/5
1 h 30 mins

1.5 Hour Explore Newcastle Walking Tour

Experience an amazing insight into Newcastle - a rounded story giving you all the highlights, little quirks and fascinating introduction to this amazing city we call home! Led by passionate guides, this is the best intro to a city you can imagine, setting the scene for the rest of your time here!

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4.7/5
4 h

Newcastle Upon Tyne Private Walking Tour

Newcastle Upon Tyne is originally, a Roman city which later featured heavily in wars with Scotland. Its many fine buildings largely a legacy of the Industrial Revolution and its famed coal and shipbuilding industries which brought wealth and invention. Known around its world for its beer and bridges amongst other things, Newcastle is a city like no other and we will get to see both the most amazing urban train view in Britain as well as a street voted Britains most beautiful (not Edinburgh or Bath)! See the famous quayside and markets, get a taste of the friendliest city in Britain and voted the second most partying city in the world after Rio (take that London, Las Vegas and Monaco). See the castle, visit the cathedrals, the markets, experience the culture. We will surely find a great place to eat or drink in this city with a well renowned reputation for for its pubs before we return back to London. If time allows we can customise this tour and visit The Angel of the North.

$192.16
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4.4/5
3 h

Newcastle : Private Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour)

Newcastle can sometimes feel like a maze for first-time visitors. Take the mystery out of your visit by exploring with a local on a private walking tour. This personalized tour allows you to discover the exterior of monuments, including museums, while learning about the city’s history and culture. If you wish to include a museum visit, your guide can customize the itinerary to fit your interests—just let us know in advance. Your guide contacts you beforehand to understand your preferences, ensuring you see the places you truly want to experience. Perfect for families, solo travelers, or couples, this tour offers insider knowledge, hidden gems, and a deeper connection to Newcastle that you won’t find on your own.

$76.42
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2 h 30 mins

Private Heritage Walking Tour in Newcastle Old Town

This private walking tour reveals the rich heritage of Newcastle through centuries of history and cultural transformation. Explore an ancient city where Roman foundations, medieval landmarks, and architectural treasures tell the story of a remarkable civilization. Wander through historic streets that preserve a legacy far older than the United States. Discover how Newcastle evolved from a strategic frontier settlement into one of northern England’s most influential cultural centers. What stories are hidden within its historic walls and grand architectural landmarks? Admire heritage buildings, medieval passages, and classical influences that shaped the city's identity across generations. Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

$549.00
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e-Scavenger hunt Newcastle: Explore the city at your own pace

Get to know Newcastle in a unique and affordable way. We offer a self-guided tour, via our online App. You play a fun, family-friendly game. Answer questions about the locations and do search assignments. All on your smartphone. Log in on our free city game app and enjoy the city. Not a 'boring' guide, but you decide when to start, stop or pause. Use GPS to find the nicest squares, streets, and monuments. Get the most interesting facts about the city. Discover Newcastle with our unique city game app. Instructions for starting the tour will be given after booking. You can do this tour anytime you choose.

$36.45
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4 h 20 mins

Newcastle Upon Tyne Quayside Pub Tour With Free Drinks!

This special Newcastle upon Tyne pub tour blends rich local history, spectacular riverside scenery, and some of the city’s best-loved pubs into one incredible tour. We begin in the historic heart of the city, enjoying carefully chosen pubs as we make our way past the Castle that gave Newcastle its name and down towards the River Tyne. Along the route, you’ll hear how this once-industrial powerhouse grew into one of Britain’s most vibrant and characterful cities. Our walk leads us into the world-famous Quayside, widely regarded as one of the most iconic nightlife districts in Britain. With its sweeping river views, striking modern architecture, and legendary bridges, it’s an area packed with atmosphere by day and electric with life by night. . We then cross the magnificent High Level Bridge — famous not only as an engineering masterpiece but also as one of the very best viewpoints in the city. Our final pub is just at the far end. A free drink is included in each pub that we visit.

$150.98
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2 h 30 mins

Newcastle Revealed History Bridges and Secrets. English

Discover Newcastle, a vibrant gem of the UK, on an immersive tour spanning centuries of history. Start on iconic Grey Street and explore the Market, then head into the medieval Blackfriars district. Relive the history under your feet, following the route of the old walls and visiting the Westgate and Newgate gates. Meet the Black Castle, where crucial decisions were forged. This tour is ideal for those looking for a real connection with the city, guided by a local expert. Climb the day by admiring the seven bridges of the Tyne, a symbol of Newcastle’s evolution. - Guided tour of the history and culture of Newcastle - Visit Grey Street, the Market and the medieval quarter of Blackfriars - Explore ancient walls and the Black Castle with a local guide - Admire the seven bridges of the River Tyne and their evolution

$39.12
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3 h

Newcastle Self Guided Treasure Hunt & Outdoor Exploration Game

Turning City Streets Into an Adventure Playground! Get a unique perspective of the city centre on this self-guided, interactive treasure hunt. It's the best way to see Newcastle! On your adventure, unlock a hidden trail by finding clues, solving puzzles and completing challenges, earning points along the way. During your Quest you will not only discover the city's highlights but explore hidden gems, learn some fun facts about the places you visit and see things that most people just pass by. As the activity is all self-guided through the app, you can start your Quest when you want (must be played during daylight hours), there are no set starting/ending times. No groups to follow. You can go at your own pace, stopping for longer in one location, taking a break or having a snack in one of the many cafes and pubs along the trail OR you can make it a race and try to get to the top of the city leaderboard! Instant access with nothing to print from home. Will you conquer the Quest?

$39.74
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2 h

Newcastle at a glance Walking tour

Experience Newcastle on a guided tour of one of the most exciting cities in northern England. From the elegant architecture of Grainger Town to the iconic Grey’s Monument to the vibrant Quayside on the River Tyne, this tour combines history, culture and real insights on the ground. Together you will explore the origins of the city at the historic Castle, discover impressive buildings such as St Nicholas’ Cathedral and take a look at the famous St James’ Park home of Newcastle United. Along the way you will hear stories that you won't find in any guidebook : from industrial development to local legends. This tour is ideal for first-time visitors and anyone who really wants to understand Newcastle compact, informative and personally guided. Why book this tour? Perfect overview of Newcastle Combination of familiar Unpacked and hidden details Local guide with in-depth knowledge and personal stories

$34.31
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