Newcastle History Tour

Newcastle upon Tyne, GB

Highlights

  • Immerse in Newcastle's rich history
  • Admire Grey's Monument and Castle Keep
  • Explore the historic Grainger Town
  • Discover the beauty of Grey Street
  • Experience the vibrant Quayside area

Meeting Point

We meet customers at Grey's Monument in the centre of Newcastle. Your guide will be wearing an Iles Tours branded jacket and will be standing at the top of Grey Street. We ask for all customers to provide a mobile phone number so we can contact you on the day of the tour.

Meeting point

150 Grainger St, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 5AF , United Kingdom

End point

End Point

We meet customers at Grey's Monument in the centre of Newcastle. Your guide will be wearing an Iles Tours branded jacket and will be standing at the top of Grey Street. We ask for all customers to provide a mobile phone number so we can contact you on the day of the tour.

Meeting point

150 Grainger St, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 5AF , United Kingdom

End point

What to expect

1

Grey's Monument

Our meeting point for the tour.

Duration 15 minutes
2

Grainger Town

The historic Georgian city centre of Newcastle

Duration 15 minutes
3

Grey Street

Discover the story of Newcastle's Grainger town and one of the most beautiful streets in the British Isles.

Duration 10 minutes
4

Quayside

Discover where Newcastle began and the story of our bridges on this section of the tour.

Duration 15 minutes
5

All Saints Presbyterian Church

After the quayside, we will show you this fantastic 18th-century building and the events that occurred within its walls.

Duration 5 minutes
6

Newcastle Castle

See the historic castle that gave the city its name and learn some of its fascinating stories.

Duration 5 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
7

Newcastle Cathedral

St. Nicholas' is the Cathedral of the city and its striking lantern tower holds the attention of the skyline discover its story on this tour.

Duration 5 minutes

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Service animals allowed
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Participants should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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    Children must be accompanied by an adult
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    Minimum age is 7 years
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    Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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    We require a contact Mobile/cell phone for all customers to contact you on the day of your tour. This will ensure we can inform you of changes to meeting point or other information prior to your tour.
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    For customers joining us from cruises from the port of Tyne please use the Metro System and take the metro to the 'Monument' metro stop, this is where the tour begins.
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    Please contact us about any disabilities your group may have. We are able to customise tours for wheelchair and vision impairment
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    Due to COVID-19 we ask all customers to maintain social distancing as per the United Kingdom Government guidelines
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    For all other COVID-19 information please visit our website: https://ilestours.co.uk/keeping-you-safe/
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What our experts say

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    Dress for the weather; it can change!
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    Visit nearby Grainger Market for lunch.
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    Check out the Quayside after the tour.
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    Bring a camera for stunning views.
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    Wear comfortable shoes for walking.

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