Newcastle: History and Highlights Private Guided Walking Tour
Overview
Newcastle and Gateshead reveal a vibrant cultural scene, transforming from their industrial past to an inspiring present. Engage with your local expert on this discovery walking tour to learn about the fascinating history and future of these cities.
- 🌆 Walking tour led by a local expert provides insights into Newcastle and Gateshead's evolution.
- 📜 The tour covers both historical and contemporary aspects of the cities.
- 🚶♂️ Participants should wear comfortable shoes for walking throughout the tour.
- ❌ Swimming or other water activities are not part of this tour.
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- Professional, local tourist guide
- Tailor-made: choose your start/end points within the city
- Gratuities
- Entry fees
- Private transportation
Meeting point
Return details
- Newcastle United FC football stadium (pass by)
- Monument to Earl Grey (he of the tea!) (pass by)
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Central ArcadeBeautiful shopping arcade (just a walk-through though ;))
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Grainger MarketVictorian covered market - incl. oldest and smallest M&S in the world. Please note that the market is closed on a Sunday and, alternatively, we can plan some time to visit the Quayside Market.
- The castle that gave the city it's name. (pass by)
- one of 7 bridges to be seen spanning the river in the city (pass by)
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Gateshead Millenium BridgeSpectacular bridge to walk across and take in the views of the city's other bridges and architecture.
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Baltic Centre for Contemporary Artcontemporary art galley with great visitor viewing platform (if time allows we can go to Level 5 and get one of the best views in town!)
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The Glasshouse International Centre for MusicPhilharmonic concert hall incl. cafe, souvenir shop and WC.