Top Newcastle-upon-Tyne Private and Luxury

Explore Newcastle on foot to discover small details that you might otherwise miss if traveling in a traditional tour vehicle. Get your bearings in the sprawling city with ease and get the inside scoop on local culture and history, as you travel between top city attractions—such as Pink Land, Chinatown, the historic Town Wall, and Grey’s Monument—without having to navigate.

A beautiful market town, Hexham has a strikingly ugly past. Hear tales of gore and gunk that you certainly won’t find in the guidebooks on this walking tour led by a born-and-bred Hexhamian who spent eight months researching the town’s history—and even works as an official town crier. Hear about a market square massacre, brutal punishments, polluted drinking water, one of history’s toughest jobs, and more.

Discover Newcastle the local way on this guided walking tour exploring Geordie culture, history and flavours. Visit iconic sights, uncover hidden gems, and enjoy tasty scran while hearing stories and banter from a friendly, knowledgeable guide. Explore Newcastle’s must-see landmarks with a friendly local guide Discover real Geordie culture, humour, slang and stories Taste delicious local scran in Grainger Market or other foodie spots Visit iconic sights including Grey Street, the Quayside & historic lanes Learn insider tips on where to eat, drink & explore in the city Small-group experience for a relaxed, personal, local feel Perfect for culture seekers and first-time visitors

Go deeper into Newcastle’s rich history than on many other tours when you join this guided walk—although you’ll still stroll less than 2.5 miles (4 kilometers). Learn about the city’s history from the Iron Age to the present, alongside colorful characters such as Bessie Surtees. See bridges, monuments, religious buildings, a historic market, the old town wall and, of course, the castle, with plenty of photo opps too.

Learn all about the rich history of the area from a guide who really knows their stuff. Hear stories dating back to the Roman era as you walk across the sands low tide, towards Holy Island. You’re also in with a good chance of spotting seals as they lounge along the coast.

Forget hours of independent research and explore Newcastle-upon-Tyne in an easier and more rewarding way: on a small-group guided walk. Follow a time-efficient route that reveals all the must-sees; admiring everything from the handsome Georgian architecture of Grainger Town to the China Garden, Castle Keep, and Quayside. As you walk and talk, learn history and personal insights into Newcastle’s past and present culture you’d likely miss if exploring alone.

Join an exciting 60-minute walking journey through Newcastle. Learn all the key facts about the city, dive into the local lifestyle, and feel its unique culture. From Newcastle Cathedral to Tyne Bridge, get to discover the city's most defining landmarks. Your Local will also share insider tips on the best cafes, restaurants, and lively bars in Newcastle to ensure you get the most out of your stay. • See Newcastle through a local's eyes, uncovering the city's true essence. • Discover Newcastle's iconic bridges and lively cultural spots. • Get top local tips on the best bars, cafes, and restaurants to visit. • Maximize your time, discovering more of Newcastle in less time. • Enjoy the intimacy of a small group, with a maximum of 8 travellers.

Join us for an unforgettable 4-mile guided walk along the most stunning stretches of Hadrian’s Wall. This private tour is packed with breathtaking views, Roman ruins and a rare chance to walk on the only section of the Wall where it’s allowed. Starting at The Sill Discovery Centre, we’ll take the AD122 bus to Housesteads, maximising time to explore. Highlights include Housesteads Roman Fort, the Stanegate Road, the iconic Sycamore Gap, Milecastles 37 and 39, a hidden Roman carving and Vindolanda, home to astonishing the famous Vindolanda tablets. Every tour is inclusive and tailored to your pace and interests, with alternate paths, scenic stops and photo opportunities. We provide walking poles, binoculars, and insider tips to enhance your visit. We’re proud locals passionate about sharing the Wall’s history and its hidden gems. Well-behaved dogs are warmly welcomed too! Discover Hadrian’s Wall like never before—an immersive journey designed to create unforgettable memories.

Less than a century ago, women in Britain were risking arrest, violence, and even their lives in the fight for the right to vote—a right not fully granted until 1928. This guided walking tour explores Newcastle’s role in that struggle, uncovering the stories of local suffragettes and activists who helped change the course of history. As you walk through the city, learn about acts of protest, political organizing, and militant campaigns, and discover the women behind them. Packed with lesser-known details and local insight, the tour reveals a side of Newcastle’s past that’s rarely found in guidebooks or online.

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.

This unique tour crosses the English–Scottish border three times, guided by passionate Borderland hosts proud of their agricultural roots and rich food heritage. Exceptional regional food and drink showcase the area’s distinctive culinary & cultural identity. More than a tasting experience, this is an immersive journey blending gastronomy, storytelling and exploration. In small groups of no more than 15, every flavour is paired with tales. Once a lawless and fiercely independent frontier, the Borderlands were a “Wild West” of cattle rustling, feuds and shifting allegiances. Guests step off the beaten track to meet local producers, explore hidden corners, & experience the stunning Borderlands countryside & coastline, discovering captivating tastes & tales that bring this remarkable region to life. From rolling farmland and river valleys to historic towns & coastline, the landscape & past are as integral to the tour as the outstanding flavours tasted along this distinctive frontier.

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.

Get to know Newcastle through its pubs with this private evening tour. You’ll head out with a Geordie, a Newcastle native, to check out some of the city’s oldest and most legendary pubs. Learn about local brewers like the famous Newcastle Brown Ale and the microbreweries that are putting the city on beer-lover’s maps. Quirky stories, serious beer chat, and some select drinks are included along the way.

Enjoy an in-depth exploration of Northumberland’s UNESCO-listed Hadrian’s Wall with a passionate guide and a small group on this half-day tour. Learn the history and background, and hear stories from both the Roman and native sides as you walk along the Cawfields stretch of the wall and explore the Vindolanda Roman Museum.

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.

The industrial Newcastle of old has turned into a vibrant metropolis that’s still deeply proud of its history. On this private walking tour, delve deeper into Newcastle and Gateshead—south of the Tyne—and their heritage with a guide for insight you’d miss out on if exploring alone. Pass St. James’ Park football stadium and Grey’s Monument; and admire the futuristic Sage, Baltic, and bridges overlooking the legendary Tyne River.

Join this group to get an in depth look at one of the oldest cities in Georgia, Kutaisi. You’ll not only hear about the city’s history, but you’ll also explore the wine region. This is a group tour, so you’ll keep costs down. But you’ll also share a Georgian meal and local wine tasting together, for a fun way to end the tour.

Opt for a sightseeing tour of Newcastle with a difference on a silent disco tour that leads you through the city streets wearing hi-tech headsets that blast pop music. A large group adds atmosphere as you boogie past attractions such as Grainger Market and Eldon Leisure Centre.

Follow in the footsteps of "Vera" without the hassle of planning routes or finding remote filming locations on this guided Northumbria tour. Visit scenic coastal spots such as Amble, Alnmouth, Bamburgh, and Warkworth, along with a stop at Hadrian’s Wall, while your guide shares behind-the-scenes stories and local trivia. It’s an easy, immersive way for fans of the TV show to explore multiple settings in just one day.

Immerse in one of the Roman Empire’s last frontiers when you join this fascinating walking tour led by a “Roman” guide, along the Cawfields stretch of the Roman wall. Learn about the rise and fall of this UNESCO World Heritage–listed engineering wonder, why Northumberland has so many castles, and soak up glorious views of moorland, coastline and medieval villages. Numbers are capped at just 12 for an intimate and memorable experience.

Many English people grew up with the tale of Grace Darling, the young woman who helped her lighthouse keeper father save nine people from a shipwreck in 1838. On this unique tour, you'll join the current lighthouse attendant on a trip to Longstone Island. If conditions permit, there'll be the chance to see inside the lighthouse (donations required): along the way, expect to see gray seals and nesting seabirds.

This guided tour brings you face-to-face with Newcastle’s medieval history. Perfect for history buffs and anyone who enjoys learning about local history, this walking tour takes visitors around the city’s ancient landmarks and architecture. Ideal for guests with limited time but who want to get a flavor of the city, as well as those passing through Newcastle on a trip around Northern England and Southern Scotland.

A few miles (kilometers) offshore from Seahouses, the Farne Islands are home to shags, gulls, cormorants, and gray seals all year round, with puffins, guillemots, razorbills, and terns during the May-July season. See them from the water on this fully narrated cruise from Seahouses, which also includes a sail past Longstone Lighthouse, where the lighthouse keeper's daughter Grace Darling rescued nine sailors and became a local heroine.