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    Why we love Newcastle upon Tyne

    Linked by no fewer than seven bridges around a bustling quayside, Newcastle and Gateshead form one vibrant place to visit. Overlooked by Britain’s biggest sculpture – the iconic Angel of the North, it’s where centuries-old history and heritage meets green innovation. Catch spellbinding shows at Sage Gateshead, enjoy award-winning restaurants and indulge in shops and cafes at the city’s historical heart. Newcastle frequently tops the charts for best place to club, as well as offering fantastic evenings at everything from comedy clubs to classes for mixologists. And for a slower pace altogether – the city has indulgent green spaces and serves as a great base for exploring Hadrian’s Wall.

    Things to do in Newcastle upon Tyne

    Football fans, you’ll love this behind-the-scenes stadium tour of St James’ Park – the home of Newcastle United.

    Book your Newcastle United Stadium Tour
    Newcastle United Stadium Tour
    Newcastle United Stadium Tour

    Music, art, events, great restaurants: they’re all in the mix at Ouseburn, Newcastle’s thriving culture and food quarter.

    Be inspired by Ouseburn
    Ouseburn
    Ouseburn

    Set in 300-acres of County Durham's countryside, this ‘living history’ museum recreates English life in the 1820s, 1900s, 1940s and 1950s.

    Go time-travelling at Beamish
    Train at Beamish Museum, the Living Museum of the North
    Beamish

    Unmissable in every sense, this magnificent concert venue hosts live performances of every musical genre.

    See what’s on at Sage Gateshead
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    Sage Gateshead

    Designed by artist Antony Gormley, this epic sculpture is thought to be the largest angel artwork in the world.

    Meet the Angel of the North
    Three people posing near a giant steel sculpture
    Angel of the North

    Football fans, you’ll love this behind-the-scenes stadium tour of St James’ Park – the home of Newcastle United.

    Book your Newcastle United Stadium Tour
    Newcastle United Stadium Tour
    Newcastle United Stadium Tour

    Music, art, events, great restaurants: they’re all in the mix at Ouseburn, Newcastle’s thriving culture and food quarter.

    Be inspired by Ouseburn
    Ouseburn
    Ouseburn

    Set in 300-acres of County Durham's countryside, this ‘living history’ museum recreates English life in the 1820s, 1900s, 1940s and 1950s.

    Go time-travelling at Beamish
    Train at Beamish Museum, the Living Museum of the North
    Beamish

    Unmissable in every sense, this magnificent concert venue hosts live performances of every musical genre.

    See what’s on at Sage Gateshead
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    Sage Gateshead

    Designed by artist Antony Gormley, this epic sculpture is thought to be the largest angel artwork in the world.

    Meet the Angel of the North
    Three people posing near a giant steel sculpture
    Angel of the North

    Places to stay in Newcastle upon Tyne

    Quayside

    Spy the city’s iconic bridges, including the Gateshead Millennium Bridge - and stay in the centre of Newcastle Gateshead’s cultural heart.

    Grainger Town

    Home to the city’s nightlife and a raft of neoclassical buildings, be close to the Grainger Market and its bustling dining and shopping offering.

    Jesmond

    Found 10 minutes from the city centre, discover a stylish suburb packed with an eclectic mix of quirky boutiques, restaurants and bars.

    Getting around

    You can get to the north east of England by rail, sea, and air, making it easily accessible from across Britain. Newcastle International Airport is around 12km from the city and serves more than 80 destinations around the world. A ferry service also connects Newcastle Gateshead to Amsterdam in the Netherlands.

    Newcastle Gateshead can be discovered via an extensive public transport system or on foot, with bike hire also available for those keen to explore on two wheels.

    By bus

    Bus travel is a convenient way of getting around Newcastle and Gateshead, and everywhere in the region is accessible.

    By train

    An award-winning metro system has 60 stations around Newcastle, Gateshead, Sunderland, North Tyneside and South Tyneside. Airport connections take just 23 minutes.

    By bike

    Hop on a bike and explore Newcastle Gateshead and beyond from Quayside, with plenty of safe and scenic routes in the Northumberland countryside too.

    Want to know more?

    Check out Visit Newcastle Gateshead for insider tips and travel inspiration.