Travel Guide of Newcastle upon Tyne in United Kingdom by Influencers and Travelers
Newcastle upon Tyne, often shortened to simply Newcastle, is the most-populous city in North East England. It forms the core of the Tyneside conurbation, the eighth-largest urban area in the United Kingdom.
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1 - Angel of the North
7 km away
The Angel of the North is a contemporary sculpture by Antony Gormley, located in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, England. Completed in 1998, it is believed to be the largest sculpture of an angel in the world and is viewed by an estimated 33 million people every year due to its proximity to the A1 and A167 roads and the East Coast Main Line.
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2 - Tyne
Newcastle upon Tyne, often simply Newcastle, is the most populous city and metropolitan borough in North East England. It forms the core of the Tyneside conurbation, the eighth most populous urban area in the United Kingdom.
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3 - Archaeology Tours in Newcastle-upon-Tyne
12 km away
Explore this hidden gem beautiful Northumberland on this 2 hour guided tour. Learn about the rise and fall of one of Rome’s most famous constructions at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hadrian’s Wall. This tour brings Hadrian's Wall to life, by telling you the secrets tales and anecdotes that archaeologists usually keep to themselves. You will be able to touch the 1900 year old monument and gain an understanding of why such a prominent boundary was constructed by Hadrian's soldiers. As well as visiting Hadrian's wall you will see a milecastle, walk where the soldiers walked and see the scale of the vallum defence ditch to the south of the frontier. At 1.5 miles the walk is comfortable and enjoyable. We will view each location of archaeological importance to learn more about the Romans and the local tribes.
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4 - Gateshead Millennium Bridge
The Gateshead Millennium Bridge is a pedestrian and cyclist tilt bridge spanning the River Tyne between Gateshead arts quarter on the south bank and Newcastle upon Tyne's Quayside area on the north bank.
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5 - Tyne Bridge
The Tyne Bridge is a through arch bridge over the River Tyne in North East England, linking Newcastle upon Tyne and Gateshead. The bridge was designed by the engineering firm Mott, Hay and Anderson, who later designed the Forth Road Bridge, and was built by Dorman Long and Co. of Middlesbrough.
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6 - Shore Excursions in Newcastle-upon-Tyne
12 km away
Hadrian’s Wall, a UNESCO world heritage site, marks the frontier of the Roman Empire. The frontier extended for 80 Roman miles and covered many landscapes. On this half-day tour, we’ll focus on the fort at the east end of the wall: Segedunum. The fort is home to fantastic reconstructions of the Roman way of life, allowing you to learn up-close about this fantastic, ruthless yet creative culture that conquered much of the known world. We will start the tour at the fort of Segedunum - now called Wallsend. Following this we’ll go to the Great North Museum in Newcastle, which has one of the largest collections of Roman artefacts in the North of Britain. This tour is great for those who love history and wish to discover more about the Romans in urban Newcastle and Tyneside. Please contact us for details of solo traveler bookings. What 3 Words starting location: ///rocky.move.wide
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7 - High Level Bridge
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8 - Bridge
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9 - Culinary Tour in Newcastle-upon-Tyne
12 km away
We are an award winning food tour business! Meeting at Greys Monument at 1pm, this tour offers travellers the chance to take in Newcastle’s rich culture and amazing scenery whilst sampling some of the cities finest food provided by some of the best independent eateries in town! Along the way you will visit a diverse culture scene from the hustle and bustle of the famous Grainger Market where traders still shout their wares, to the opportunity to dine at a local Michelin Guide restaurant. This tour really does take you on a culinary safari which sees dining styles change up at every stop!
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10 - River Tyne
13 km away
The River Tyne is a river in North East England. Its length is 73 miles. It is formed by the North Tyne and the South Tyne, which converge at Warden Rock near Hexham in Northumberland at a place dubbed 'The Meeting of the Waters'.
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11 - St. Mary's Lighthouse
14 km away
St Mary's Lighthouse is on the tiny St Mary's Island, just north of Whitley Bay on the coast of North East England. The small rocky tidal island is linked to the mainland by a short concrete causeway which is submerged at high tide.
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12 - Mountain Bike Tours in Newcastle-upon-Tyne
12 km away
We will head south over the river to Tweedmouth and Spittal before looping back over the New Bridge to take in the town on the north bank,passing several Lowry Trail boards. The route is relatively flat and uses trails as well as roads which should be suitable for most riders and bike types. The pace will be gentle and will stop regularly at points of interest where you can take photographs and your local guide will answer any questions you may have. Once you have finished your tour you will be in a great position to explore the area more in your own time,choosing your own favourite locations to revisit. A walking tour of the Elizabethan Walls is also available on request,text 07773 311 156 for details.
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13 - Tynemouth
14 km away
Tynemouth is a coastal town in the metropolitan borough of North Tyneside, North East England. It is located on the north side of the mouth of the River Tyne, hence its name. It is 8 mi east-northeast of Newcastle upon Tyne.
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14 - The White Lighthouse
17 km away
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15 - Castle Tours in Newcastle-upon-Tyne
12 km away
Explore the site of the Castle that gave the city its name and discover its medieval gatehouse, the Black Gate. Uncover the changing face of the Castle through the ages: from royal fortress and border stronghold to grim dungeon and teeming slum. New exhibits allow visitors to experience what life would have been like for inhabitants in these two astonishingly preserved medieval buildings.
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16 - Durham Cathedral
23 km away
The Cathedral Church of Christ, Blessed Mary the Virgin and St Cuthbert of Durham, commonly known as Durham Cathedral and home of the Shrine of St Cuthbert, is a cathedral in the city of Durham, England.
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17 - Seaham
23 km away
Seaham is a seaside town in County Durham, England. Located on the Durham Coast, Seaham is situated 6 miles south of Sunderland and 13 miles east of Durham.
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