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Newcastle Tourist Attractions and Newcastle Sightseeing
(Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England)



There are so many wonderful tourist attractions to see in Newcastle that there is sure to be something for everyone, with popular tourist attractions both in the centre of Newcastle and nearby.

Whether you are looking for Newcastle thrills and excitement, history and local artefacts, or animals and more exotic family attractions, tourists and visitors will not have to look far in Newcastle, one of England's most important cities.

Here are some of the top tourist attractions in Newcastle.





Newcastle Tourist Attractions: Newcastle Guided Bus Tours - Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England
Tel: +44 (0)191 277 8000
Regular, open-top hop on / off Newcastle guided bus tours operate throughout the day at regular intervals in central Newcastle. The Newcastle bus tours provide an easy way of sightseeing in the Newcastle-upon-Tyne and Gateshead area and with daily bus tickets, they are also a very useful way to travel around Newcastle, as you can leave the tour bus to explore and return when you are ready. Newcastle guided bus tours connect all of the major points of interest in Newcastle, including Newcastle's most popular tourist attractions, landmarks and monuments in Newcastle.

Newcastle Tourist Attractions: Walking Tours of Newcastle - Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England
Tel: +44 (0)191 277 8000
There are a number of walking tours around Newcastle and these provide tourists with a real insight into some of Newcastle's most interesting and historic attractions, landmarks and rich heritage. Walking tours should usually be booked in advance to ensure your place and tour guides are often locals, with a wealth of knowledge about the area and its buildings.

Newcastle Tourist Attractions: Customs House - Mill Dam, South Shields, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE33 1ES, England
Tel: +44 (0)191 454 1234
Customs House, in Newcastle's South Tyneside area, close to the River Tyne, is a major entertainment and leisure complex, housed in a historic building. With a state-of-the-art cinema, theatre, a large gallery area, a bar and a restaurant, Newcastle's Customs House features regular exhibitions, theatrical performances, dances, concerts, festivals and many seasonal events.
Newcastle attraction open: Monday to Friday - 09:00 to 20:00, Saturday - 10:00 to 20:00, Sunday - 12:00 to 20:00
Newcastle attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children and senior citizens

Newcastle Tourist Attractions: Shields Ferry Cruises - Ferry Street, River Drive, South Shields, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE33 1JR, England
Tel: +44 (0)191 454 8183
One of the most pleasant and relaxing ways to see many of Newcastle-upon-Tyne's most striking tourist attractions, general heritage and impressive landmarks, is by boat. Regular evening cruises on Newcastle's 'Pride of the Tyne' take place from the South Shields Landing and the cruise includes a buffet. Daytime cruises are also available from the Quayside area and include interesting commentary.
Newcastle attraction open: daily
Newcastle attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children

Newcastle Tourist Attractions: Whitley Bay - Whitley Bay, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE2 2TJ, England
Tel: +44 (0)191 200 8535
Whitley Bay is Newcastle's popular seaside resort and has recently been completely renovated. With many traditional features, a golden sandy beach, a seafront promenade, a lighthouse, a golf course and a lively nightlife, Whitley Bay is a popular tourist attraction for both children and adults.
Newcastle attraction open: daily - 24 hours
Newcastle attraction admission: free

Newcastle Tourist Attractions: Segedunum - Buddle Street, Wallsend, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE28 6HR, England
Tel: +44 (0)191 236 9347
Segedunum, in Newcastle's Wallsend district, is a historic site close to part of Hadrian's Wall. Attractions at Segedunum include a museum with many Roman artefacts and hands-on displays, an elaborate reconstruction of an actual Roman Bath building, exhibitions, excavations, a tall viewing tower, a café and a gift shop.
Newcastle attraction open: April to August, daily - 10:00 to 17:00, September to March, daily - 10:00 to 15:30
Newcastle attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children and families

Newcastle Tourist Attractions: Newcastle Theatres - Newcastle, England
Newcastle is home to a number of excellent theatres that regularly host Newcastle theatrical productions, dramas, comedies, concerts, operas, workshops and exhibitions. Popular theatres in Newcastle include:

• Caedmon Hall - Gateshead Central Library, Prince Consort Road, Gateshead, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE8 4LN, England
  Tel: +44 (0)191 477 3478
• Live Theatre - 27 Broad Chare, Quayside, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE1 3DQ, England
  Tel: +44 (0)191 232 1232
• Newcastle Opera House - 105-119 Westgate Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE1 4AG, England
  Tel: +44 (0)191 232 0899
• Newcastle Playhouse and Gulbenkian Studio Theatre - Barras Bridge, Haymarket, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE1 7RH, England
  Tel: +44 (0)191 230 5151
• People's Theatre - Stephenson Road, High Heaton, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE6 5QF, England
  Tel: +44 (0)191 265 5020
• Theatre Royal - 100 Grey Street, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE1 6BR, England
  Tel: +44 (0)191 232 2061

Newcastle Tourist Attractions: Path Head Water Mill - Summerhill, Blaydon, Gateshead, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE21 4SP, England
Tel: +44 (0)191 414 6288
This attractive water mill dates back to the 18th century and is in full working order. Located in Gateshead, close to Newcastle, the Path Head Water Mill features woodland walks, scenic views, picnic areas and exhibitions of local artefacts.
Newcastle attraction open: April to September, Tuesday to Sunday - 10:00 to 17:00, October to March, Tuesday to Sunday - 10:00 to 15:00
Newcastle attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children and senior citizens

Newcastle Tourist Attractions: Gateshead Music Centre - Tyneside, Gateshead, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE8 2AU, England
Tel: +44 (0)191 477 5098
The trendy and popular Gateshead Music Centre is located on the Gateshead Quays, close to Newcastle's Quayside. Recently redeveloped at a cost of more than £50 million, Gateshead Music Centre is home to a wealth of music-related attractions, including a large concert hall with world-class acoustics, a highly regarded music school, studio, practice rooms, cafés, bars and scenic views.
Newcastle attraction open: daily
Newcastle attraction admission: charge for some attractions

Newcastle Tourist Attractions: St. Mary's Lighthouse - St. Mary's Lighthouse, St. Mary's Island, Whitley Bay, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE26 4RS, England
Tel: +44 (0)191 200 8650
Located in Whitley Bay, St. Mary's Lighthouse was built in the late 19th century. Featuring spectacular views of the Newcastle coastline, a visitors' centre, a gift shop and a nearby beach, St. Mary's Lighthouse is surrounded by a large nature reserve.
Newcastle attraction open: daily - hours vary
Newcastle attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children and senior citizens

Newcastle Tourist Attractions: Tanfield Railway - Old Marley Hill, Sunniside, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE16 5ET, England
Tel: +44 (0)191 388 7545
The wonderful Tanfield Railway was built almost 300 years ago and is actually the world's oldest railway. With lovingly restored steam locomotives, travelling through scenic valleys and beyond Causey Arch, a visitors' centre and seasonal events, Tanfield Railway is situated close to Newcastle.
Newcastle attraction open: Sunday - 11:00 to 16:15, Wednesday and Thursday during school summer holidays - 11:00 to 16:15
Newcastle attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children and families

Newcastle Tourist Attractions: Riverside Sculpture Park - Riverside, Gateshead, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE8 2BJ, England
Tel: +44 (0)191 477 3478
Located in the Gateshead area of Newcastle, the impressive Riverside Sculpture Park features eight large sculptures strategically placed along the bank of the River Tyne, close to Newcastle's trendy Quayside.
Newcastle attraction open: daily - 24 hours
Newcastle attraction admission: free

Newcastle Tourist Attractions: Bowes Railway - Springwell Village, Gateshead, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, NE9 JQJ, England
Tel: +44 (0)191 416 1847
Bowes Railway is an unusual steam railway, which incorporates a rope hauling system. With picturesque journeys between Blackham's Hill and Springwell, Bowes Railway is situated in the Gateshead area of Newcastle.
Newcastle attraction open: daily - 09:00 to 16:00
Newcastle attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children and senior citizens

Newcastle Tourist Attractions: Cherryburn - Station Bank, Mickley, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Northumberland, NE43 7DD, England
Tel: +44 (0)1661 843276
Cherryburn, in the Northumberland area of Newcastle, celebrates the life of Newcastle's famous artist and sculptor Thomas Berwick. Attractions at Newcastle's Cherryburn include a large exhibition containing many original works by Berwick, a gift shop, demonstrations, a farmhouse and gardens. Cherryburn is owned and managed by the National Trust.
Newcastle attraction open: April to October, Monday, and Thursday to Sunday - 13:00 to 17:30
Newcastle attraction admission: charge, discounts available for children and senior citizens, members of the National Trust are free

 
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