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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.

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.

Newcastle can sometimes feel like a maze for first-time visitors. Take the mystery out of your visit by exploring with a local on a private walking tour. This personalized tour allows you to discover the exterior of monuments, including museums, while learning about the city’s history and culture. If you wish to include a museum visit, your guide can customize the itinerary to fit your interests—just let us know in advance. Your guide contacts you beforehand to understand your preferences, ensuring you see the places you truly want to experience. Perfect for families, solo travelers, or couples, this tour offers insider knowledge, hidden gems, and a deeper connection to Newcastle that you won’t find on your own.

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.

Learn about Geordie culture, humor, slang, and food, all in one combination Newcastle walking tour. Perfect for first-time visitors, this tour covers Grey Street, Quayside, Newcastle Castle, and other popular sights and areas. Along the way, learn facts about the history of the city that you’d easily miss if exploring on your own, and even stop to enjoy a classic Geordie drink and snack.

Explore a different side of Newcastle that most traditional city tours don't cover on this true crime walking tour. Explore hidden streets and sites while a storyteller shares stories of gruesome events and local intrigue. Enjoy a route that includes Bigg Market, Newcastle Castle, Long Stairs, and the historic Quayside.

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.

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.

Newcastle has a castle, a Roman wall, a Victorian covered market, and a bridge that could outshine any city's skyline — let the riddles introduce them all. This app-led scavenger hunt takes you through Newcastle upon Tyne on foot, using phone-based riddles to guide you from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time. • Solve clues at the Grainger Market, St Nicholas Cathedral, and Newcastle Castle — Victorian commerce, medieval faith, and Norman fortitude on one walk • Go at your own pace through Newcastle with no guide and no fixed start time • Great for families, history lovers, and groups of any size Available in 24 languages including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian — see the full list when booking and choose yours when you start the game in the app. Around 2 hours - any group size. The Tyne doesn't take a day off — neither should you.

From local produce to Asian and Caribbean influences, Newcastle’s food extends far beyond chips and gravy. Discover it on this guided small–group walking tour. Shop local specialties in Fenwick Food Hall; meet an artisan at Central Arcade; taste Grainger Market favorites; nibble on wings and hot sauces in notorious Bigg Market; try sweet treats and a cup of local tea; and wrap up with local beers in a historic pub.

Join us for an unforgettable guided walk along one of the most spectacular stretches of Hadrian's Wall. Starting at The Sill National Landscape Discovery Centre, we'll catch the AD122 bus to Housesteads, with fascinating commentary along the way to make the most of our time on the Wall. Pass the site of Housesteads Roman Fort and its bustling civilian settlement, visit the Sycamore Gap site, explore Milecastles 37 and 39, and enjoy the rare opportunity to walk on the only section of Hadrian's Wall where visitors are permitted to walk on top of the Wall itself. With a maximum of six guests, our relaxed tours include authentic Roman artefacts, local storytelling, spectacular views, photos, videos, a personalised highlight reel and a keepsake to remember your adventure. Walking poles are available. If you're looking for a gentler option, we also offer a 2-mile guided walk with entry to Housesteads Roman Fort.

Save hours of research time and discover the secret parts of Newcastle that only locals know about with this self-guided tour and treasure hunt. Instead of being stuck on a tour bus, get out in the fresh air and explore the city’s highlights independently in your own time. No need to worry about sticking to a strict schedule; start the tour whenever you like.

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.

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.

This self-guided Northumberland road trip is designed to reveal how the region’s national park landscapes, Roman frontier and dramatic coastline connect into one coherent journey. Instead of planning routes between distant landmarks yourself, the guide links inland valleys, historic sites and coastal scenery into a clear touring structure that moves naturally from Northumberland National Park to the North Sea coast. You can follow the full inland-to-coast journey or explore sections. Along the way the guide connects famous landmarks such as Hadrian’s Wall and Bamburgh Castle with valleys, forest landscapes and traditional fishing villages. Rather than a fixed itinerary, the guide provides narrative context, clear route progression and flexible time-based planning ideas so you can adapt the journey around walking routes, historic sites and coastal exploration. With 12 months access included, you can start planning well before your trip and return to the guide whenever you need.

"This 3-hour extended tour offers a complete journey through Newcastle's soul. Beyond the medieval heart and the Grainger Town, we descend from the historic Castle directly to the vibrant Quayside. We will walk along the river Tyne to admire the world-famous bridges and conclude our experience at the iconic Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art. It is the perfect way to see how the city's rich past meets its modern riverside beauty."

Get the background history on Housesteads Roman Fort as you walk around Hadrian’s Wall with a self-guided GPS tour. Download the app, then explore at your own pace using audio and maps that work offline. The tour covers the Roman remains where civilians and soldiers once lived. Only enter the attractions you're interested in since entry fees aren't included. The tour duration ranges from 50 to 100 minutes, allowing flexible exploration.

Sail around the Farne Islands on this group tour, where you’ll have the chance to spot puffins, terns, razorbills, and loads more birds. You’ll land for an hour to visit the Inner Farne National Trust Bird Sanctuary, where your attendant will answer all your questions and tell you about the area’s history. You’ll also see seals, waterfalls, and much more.

Discover the vibrant nightlife of Newcastle with our exclusive Party Passes. Our Party Passes offer a flexible way to experience popular weekend nightlife venues. Designed for both small and large groups, they provide pre-arranged guestlist access to selected bars and clubs across the UK. You are free to visit as many or as few of the included venues as you wish, at your own pace, making this a great option for those who prefer an independent night out rather than a fixed itinerary. This experience is not a guided tour. There is no host and no timetable to follow. Instead, your group is placed on the guestlist at each participating venue. On arrival, simply give your name at the door to receive guestlist entry. Where a standard door charge applies, entry is included at no additional cost.

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.

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.

Forget dull online itineraries and dead tree guidebooks. Discover Newcastle the fun way with this scavenger hunt cellphone game: You don’t need to download or print anything and the game doesn’t need any permissions: You receive maps, clues, interesting facts, and hints if you need them direct to your phone.

Operation City Quest of Sunderland is a great way to see the city! Use an app to submit photos of items you find around the city and challenges you complete for points. The items and challenges can be completed in any order you prefer! See your score on the app leaderboard to see how you compare. The scavenger hunt includes a remote host to help via chat along the way. Come discover Sunderland.