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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 The Glasshouse International Centre for Music, 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

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    Immerse yourself in the club’s heritage on a tour of St James’ Park stadium.

    Newcastle United stadium tour
    Newcastle United Stadium Tour
    Newcastle United Stadium Tour

    Art lovers, you’ll adore the collection of galleries, studios and shops in this thriving creative quarter.

    Get to know Ouseburn
    People practising yoga outside, beneath a bridge
    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 Museum

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

    See what’s on at The Glasshouse
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    The Glasshouse

    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

    Calling all runners! Join the world’s biggest half-marathon, which attracts 60,000 athletes every year.

    Sign up for the Great North Run
    A woman celebrating while crossing the finish line on a run in Newcastle
    Great North Run

    Take the plunge on white-water rafting, gorge walking, paddleboarding and mountain biking trips.

    More about Endless Adventure NE
    A woman rafting down some rapids at Endless Adventure North East in Newcastle
    Endless Adventure North East

    A guided paddling session through quiet coves, beaches and caves, plus sea-swimming at sunrise.

    Book a Sunrise Coastal Kayak Tour
    Summer-a sunrise kayak at the North Tyneside coast
    Sunrise Coastal Kayak Tour

    This extraordinary venue hosts popular live music and entertainment nights, with top-quality brews on tap.

    Plan your trip to Wylam Brewery
    Spring-Wylam Brewery
    Wylam Brewery

    The city’s biggest and longest running nightclub, located in the Pink Triangle. Spanning over four floors, it plays party classics through the evening.

    Hit the dancefloor at Powerhouse
    A lively crowd at a club night in Newcastle's Powerhouse
    Powerhouse

    Founded in the Victorian era, this urban idyll is criss-crossed with walking and cycling trails.

    Get to know Heaton Park
    Children climbing over a fallen branch in Heaton Park, Newcastle
    Heaton Park

    This historic quarter is a Newcastle must-visit – and one of the city’s top shopping spots.

    Visit Grainger town & Grey Street
    An outside shot of Grainger Town in Newcastle
    Grainger town & Grey Street

    One of Europe’s biggest shopping malls, this retail heaven has over 300 shops under one roof.

    Plan your trip to Metrocentre
    A raised view across Newcastle's Metro Centre with shoppers below
    Metrocentre

    Do your bit for the planet and get a great new look – what’s not to love?

    Explore Green Heart Collective
    Groups of people searching through clothing at the Green Heart Collective in Grainger Market, Newcastle
    Green Heart Collective

    The only restaurant in Newcastle to have both a Michelin Star and four AA Rosettes.

    Visit House of Tides
    An exterior shot of the House of Tides in Newcastle
    House of Tides

    Wave the flag for Britain’s Northern Pride that brings celebrations to centre stage and across the city with a pride march.

    Discover Northern Pride
    Northern Pride
    Northern Pride

    Buy everything from artisan pies and freshly-baked bread, to hand-made crafts and small-batch gins.

    Be inspired by Grainger Market
    A fishmonger serving a customer at Grainger Market in Newcastle
    Grainger Market

    Immerse yourself in the club’s heritage on a tour of St James’ Park stadium.

    Newcastle United stadium tour
    Newcastle United Stadium Tour
    Newcastle United Stadium Tour

    Art lovers, you’ll adore the collection of galleries, studios and shops in this thriving creative quarter.

    Get to know Ouseburn
    People practising yoga outside, beneath a bridge
    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 Museum

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

    See what’s on at The Glasshouse
    Awaiting image
    The Glasshouse

    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

    Calling all runners! Join the world’s biggest half-marathon, which attracts 60,000 athletes every year.

    Sign up for the Great North Run
    A woman celebrating while crossing the finish line on a run in Newcastle
    Great North Run

    Take the plunge on white-water rafting, gorge walking, paddleboarding and mountain biking trips.

    More about Endless Adventure NE
    A woman rafting down some rapids at Endless Adventure North East in Newcastle
    Endless Adventure North East

    A guided paddling session through quiet coves, beaches and caves, plus sea-swimming at sunrise.

    Book a Sunrise Coastal Kayak Tour
    Summer-a sunrise kayak at the North Tyneside coast
    Sunrise Coastal Kayak Tour

    This extraordinary venue hosts popular live music and entertainment nights, with top-quality brews on tap.

    Plan your trip to Wylam Brewery
    Spring-Wylam Brewery
    Wylam Brewery

    The city’s biggest and longest running nightclub, located in the Pink Triangle. Spanning over four floors, it plays party classics through the evening.

    Hit the dancefloor at Powerhouse
    A lively crowd at a club night in Newcastle's Powerhouse
    Powerhouse

    Founded in the Victorian era, this urban idyll is criss-crossed with walking and cycling trails.

    Get to know Heaton Park
    Children climbing over a fallen branch in Heaton Park, Newcastle
    Heaton Park

    This historic quarter is a Newcastle must-visit – and one of the city’s top shopping spots.

    Visit Grainger town & Grey Street
    An outside shot of Grainger Town in Newcastle
    Grainger town & Grey Street

    One of Europe’s biggest shopping malls, this retail heaven has over 300 shops under one roof.

    Plan your trip to Metrocentre
    A raised view across Newcastle's Metro Centre with shoppers below
    Metrocentre

    Do your bit for the planet and get a great new look – what’s not to love?

    Explore Green Heart Collective
    Groups of people searching through clothing at the Green Heart Collective in Grainger Market, Newcastle
    Green Heart Collective

    The only restaurant in Newcastle to have both a Michelin Star and four AA Rosettes.

    Visit House of Tides
    An exterior shot of the House of Tides in Newcastle
    House of Tides

    Wave the flag for Britain’s Northern Pride that brings celebrations to centre stage and across the city with a pride march.

    Discover Northern Pride
    Northern Pride
    Northern Pride

    Buy everything from artisan pies and freshly-baked bread, to hand-made crafts and small-batch gins.

    Be inspired by Grainger Market
    A fishmonger serving a customer at Grainger Market in Newcastle
    Grainger Market

    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.

    Explore nearby

    From palaces to cobbled alleys, and a dormant volcano, this city is a real show-stopper.

    A young couple taking a selfie of view over historic town

    The gateway into Scotland, the Borders and Lowlands pack the punch,

    Girls standing on the zipwire platform in the pine forest

    Historical hot property – evident in its castles, citadels and 2,000-year-old Hadrian’s Wall.

    View from a distance of a castle on hill near a beach

    Rugged yet beautiful, wild yet welcoming – the North York Moors National Park is full of surprises.

    Chef wearing apron on pier holding lobster trap with lobster

    Getting to Newcastle

    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.

    Getting around

    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.