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Newcastle: History and Highlights Private Guided Walking Tour

5.0 (30 reviews) 2 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Newcastle: History and Highlights Private Guided Walking Tour

About this activity

Experience the city of Newcastle (and Gateshead) in a new light - gone are the days of industry & depression - the city today is one of the most fascinating, culturally active and inspiring cities in the UK. Discover its past, present and future on this discovery walking tour with your local expert!

Private and Luxury Private Sightseeing Tours Cultural Tours Historical Tours Walking Tours Excellent Quality Short term availability Weather Dependent - Low

At a glance

Duration
2 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
German, English
Operated by
Newcastle Tour Company

What is included

Included

  • Included: Tailor-made: choose your start/end points within the city
  • Included: Professional, local tourist guide

Not included

  • Not included: Private transportation
  • Not included: Entry fees
  • Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. St James' Park

    Passing by

    Newcastle United FC football stadium

  2. Grey's Monument

    Passing by

    Monument to Earl Grey (he of the tea!)

  3. Central Arcade

    5 min

    Beautiful shopping arcade (just a walk-through though ;))

  4. Grainger Market

    10 min

    Victorian 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.

  5. Newcastle Castle

    Passing by

    The castle that gave the city it's name.

  6. The Tyne Bridge

    Passing by

    one of 7 bridges to be seen spanning the river in the city

  7. Gateshead Millenium Bridge

    5 min

    Spectacular bridge to walk across and take in the views of the city's other bridges and architecture.

  8. Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art

    15 min

    contemporary 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!)

  9. The Glasshouse International Centre for Music

    10 min

    Philharmonic concert hall incl. cafe, souvenir shop and WC.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Meet inside Tickets Bar and enjoy 20% off selected drinks before or after your tour (just show your tour tickets to the friendly staff at the bar).

End point

  • We end at the Quayside in Newcastle by the Millennium Bridge - easy walk back to the city (this can also be accompanied by guide if required).

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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Newcastle: History and Highlights Private Guided Walking Tour

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