Newcastle Upon Tyne Day Walking Tour (Toon Tours!!)

Newcastle upon Tyne, GB
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Highlights

  • See the famous Tyne Bridge
  • Explore the Quayside with great views
  • Experience the Millennium Bridge's unique wink
  • Visit the iconic Newcastle Castle
  • Discover the beautiful Grey Street

Meeting Point

I can meet you at Newcastle Central Station or even off your train.

Meeting point

Newcastle upon Tyne , United Kingdom

End point

End Point

I can meet you at Newcastle Central Station or even off your train.

Meeting point

Newcastle upon Tyne , United Kingdom

End point

Pickup

Check if pick-up is available from your location, you will select during checkout (providers may allow other pickup locations)

Pickup Location
55 Degrees North
Chasley Hotel
Copthorne Hotel Newcastle
Crowne Plaza Newcastle - Stephenson Quarter, an IHG hotel
easyHotel Newcastle City Centre
Friars Gate Luxury Apartments
Grainger Hotel
Grey Street Hotel
Hampton by Hilton Newcastle
Hashtag Newcastle Collingwood
Hilton Newcastle Gateshead
Holiday Inn Express Newcastle City Centre, an IHG hotel
Holiday Inn Newcastle - Jesmond, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Newcastle City
Hospitality Inn
Hotel Balmoral
Hotel central tipo boutique
Hotel Indigo Newcastle, an IHG Hotel
I will contact the supplier later
I will meet at the departure point
INNSiDE by Melia Newcastle
Kabannas Newcastle
Kenilworth Hotel
Kensington House
Leonardo Hotel Newcastle
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
Malmaison Newcastle
Merchants Quay Week2Week
Motel One Newcastle
Newcastle Quayside Hotel
Osborne Hotel
Premier Inn Newcastle City Centre (New Bridge Street) Hotel
Premier Inn Newcastle City Centre (The Gate) hotel
Premier Inn Newcastle City Centre Millennium Bridge Hotel
Premier Inn Newcastle City Centre Quayside Hotel
Quayside View
Roomzzz Newcastle City
Royal Station Hotel
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
Sleeperz Hotel
Sleeperz Hotel Newcastle
Staybridge Suites Newcastle, an IHG hotel
Surtees Hotel
The Bar Luxury Apartments
The County Hotel
The New Bridge Hotel
The New Mill Apartments
The Vermont ApartHotel
The Vermont Hotel
The Waterside Hotel
Travelodge Newcastle Central
Travelodge Newcastle Quayside
Trinity Gardens Week2Week
Westgate Apartments
I can meet you at any hotel in Newcastle City Centre or at any Metro station.

What to expect

1

The Tyne Bridge

See the famous Tyne Bridge, the most famous of the many bridges across the River Tyne and learn of why this design was chosen.

Duration 10 minutes
2

NewcastleGateshead

Once a hive of industrial activity now teeming with bars and restaurants with great views across the river to the Sage and Baltic Exchange buildings.

Duration 15 minutes
3

Gateshead Millenium Bridge

Our very own Millennium Bridge.... and it winks!

Duration 5 minutes
4

The Glasshouse International Centre for Music

Perhaps the finest musical acoustics outside of London.

5

Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art

Now an iconic art gallery but once part of the old docks.

6

Bessie Surtees House

One of the few buildings in Newcastle that survive from the Jacobean Period

Duration 5 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
7

Newcastle Castle

The Romans first built a castle here and of course we are near one end of Hadrians Wall that spans the country to the Tyne which was then an impenetrable defensive barrier.

Duration 20 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
8

Newcastle Cathedral

We'll go inside this beautiful old and very distinctive Cathedral.

Duration 20 minutes
Admission Admission Included
9

Grey Street

It's been described and voted as the most beautiful Urban street in Britain with fine Georgian buildings and a delicate sloping curve. The very heart of Newcastle.

Duration 15 minutes
10

Theatre Royal

Newcastle’s Theatre Royal is one of only 9 Grade I listed theatre halls in England, the city’s theatre is often regarded as the finest theatre building in the country.

Duration 5 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
11

Central Arcade

One of the most beautiful period shopping arcades in Britain.

Duration 5 minutes
12

Grainger Market

Enjoy the sights and sounds of the most famous authentic Victorian market in Newcastle.

Duration 10 minutes
13

Grey's Monument

A Newcastle landmark for one of the great figures of history.

Duration 5 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
14

Newcastle University

Newcastle has a long history of engineering excellence and is now a centre of Bio-medical research, not that you'd know by these beautiful old buildings.

Duration 10 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
15

Chinatown

As a maritime city, Newcastle has long had a thriving Chinatown.

Duration 10 minutes
16

Blackfriars Medieval Friary

Away from the crowds is this delightful old historic quarter.

Duration 15 minutes
17

St James' Park

Home of one of the historical great football teams. Now sadly in the doldrums but hopefully not for long!

Duration 10 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
18

The Newcastle Town Wall

See some of the medieval walls that at one point surrounded the city from the invading Scots!

Duration 15 minutes
19

The Angel of the North

The most viewed work of art in Europe and symbol of North East England. A unique mix of modern art and industrial heritage and to us a big fat 'Welcome Home' sign when arriving from the south. (Optional as just outside the city)

Duration 15 minutes
20

St. Mary's Cathedral

The Roman Catholic Cathedral.

Duration 15 minutes
Admission Admission Included

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

  • Additional information
    Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Additional information
    Participants should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Additional information
    Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Additional information
    Dress code is smart casual
Provided by Ye Olde England Tours

What our experts say

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    Try local beer at The Crown Posada.
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    Visit the Quayside Market for unique finds.
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    Don't miss the views from Gateshead Bridge.
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    Grab a bite at the historic Grainger Market.
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    Wear comfortable shoes for walking.

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