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Newcastle Private Walking Tour

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4 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English

Overview

Newcastle Upon Tyne is originally, a Roman city which later featured heavily in wars with Scotland. Its many fine buildings largely a legacy of the Industrial Revolution and its famed coal and shipbuilding industries which brought wealth and invention.

Known around its world for its beer and bridges amongst other things, Newcastle is a city like no other and we will get to see both the most amazing urban train view in Britain as well as a street voted Britains most beautiful (not Edinburgh or Bath)!

See the famous quayside and markets, get a taste of the friendliest city in Britain and voted the second most partying city in the world after Rio (take that London, Las Vegas and Monaco).

See the castle, visit the cathedrals, the markets, experience the culture.

We will surely find a great place to eat or drink in this city with a well renowned reputation for for its pubs before we return back to London.

If time allows we can customise this tour and visit The Angel of the North.

What's Included

  • Professional guide
  • Private tour
  • Entry tickets
  • Food and drinks
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Meeting and Pickup

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I can meet you at any hotel in Newcastle City Centre or at any Metro station.

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Central Station
Newcastle upon Tyne NE1, UK

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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What To Expect

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Newcastle city walls

See the great medieval city walls, or what's left of them after the Scots breached them at this spot and surged into the city.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

High Level Bridge

Not the most famous bridge but perhaps the best in Newcastle. With a road and walkways high over the river and an amazing view made all the more incredible as trains pass on the level above! Fantastic old engineering that changed Britain. Also the best place to see.....
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Glasshouse International Centre for Music (pass by)

Perhaps the finest musical acoustics outside of London.
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Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art (pass by)

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

Our very own Millennium Bridge.... and it winks!
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Bessie Surtees House

One of the few buildings in Newcastle that survive from the Jacobean Period
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Tyne Bridge

2,000 years ago the Roman Bridge stood here. Now is a not quite so old but incredibly impressive swing bridge. A fantastic part of Newcastle heritage built at a time when the city changed and led the world in so many areas.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Roman Fort (Pons Aelius) Foundations

The current Norman castle is pretty much built on and over the old Roman one but we can see some foundations and ruins nearby and find out exactly why they are here.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Black Gate

Built in 1247, this formidable 'new' entrance to the castle has a history as grim as its name suggests!
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Newcastle Cathedral

We'll go inside this beautiful old and very distinctive Cathedral.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Grainger Market

Enjoy the sights and sounds of the most famous authentic Victorian market in Newcastle.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Central Arcade

One of the most beautiful period shopping arcades in Britain.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Grey's Monument

A Newcastle landmark for one of the great figures of history.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Northumberland Street

The heart of the modern city. Home of Bainbridge's, the very first John Lewis. We also have an original Marks & Spencers in the market. The street is the most expensive on per squared foot to own a shop outside of London with 34 million visitors a year!
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Dr Martin Luther King Jr. Statue

Inside the grounds of the university we can visit the state for Dr Martin Luther King who famously visited to receive a Doctorate here.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

St James' Park

Home of one of the historical great football teams. Now sadly in the doldrums but hopefully not for long!
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Newcastle Town Wall

See some of the medieval walls that at one point surrounded the city from the invading Scots!
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Chinatown

As a maritime city, Newcastle has long had a thriving Chinatown.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Blackfriars Medieval Friary

Away from the crowds is this delightful old historic quarter.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

St. Mary's Cathedral

The Roman Catholic Cathedral.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Dress code is smart casual

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Newcastle Private Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Professional guide
  • Private tour
  • Entry tickets
  • Local guide
  • Food and drinks

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • Dress code is smart casual

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