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The 11 most popular newcastle upon tyne tours in the UK. What each one actually includes, who runs it, and what it costs to book.
90-minute highlights walk through Newcastle’s Grainger Town, historic castle grounds, Grainger Market, Chinatown, and the River Tyne quayside.
“Frances was a lovely tour guide, showed a great knowledge of Newcastle and made it a thoroughly enjoyable experience. I highly recommend if it is your first time visiting the city.”
Full-day Northumberland coach tour of Vera filming locations, with episode clips, photo stops, and Lindisfarne and Vera’s home.
“Fantastic. Both the guide (Fran) and driver (Mike) were very good and we would love to have known about the half day tour as well!”
Play 9 or 18 holes at Junkyard Golf Club Newcastle in the city centre, picking wacky courses, with clubs and scorecards included.
“lovely atmosphere”
A 90-minute Newcastle true crime walking tour with medieval lanes, jails, execution sites, and Quayside intrigue, led by lively guides.
“Both guides were amazing, one of the best tours I’ve ever been on and I’ve been on many. So factual and even threw in a few ghost stories and great guides of city. There is no downside to this tour, I would happily do the same tour again”
Newcastle history guided walk with Rob: Grainger Market, Blackfriars Friary, Chinatown and High Level Bridge river views, ending at the castle.
“Rob was a great guide, very informative and even went above and beyond on our tour as there was only the two of us. His knowledge is astounding putting us to shame! He was also very helpful to a lady who was trying to find her guide for her own tour. Thank you so much…”
A 3-hour small-group Newcastle walk with Martin Stait, from Blackfriars Friary and Chinatown to St Nicholas Cathedral and seven Tyne bridges.
“Sehr schöne Führung mit ganz vielen, überraschenden Informationen. Martin gestaltete die 3 Stunden freundlich und spannend. Vielen Dank!”
A 3-hour private walking tour of Newcastle with a local guide, blending iconic sights, industrial stories, and off-the-path corners for $177.
“The guide was knowledgeable and the tour covered everything in Newcastle city centre”
2-hour Newcastle walk in Italian or English: Civic Centre, Grey’s Monument, Grainger Market, St Nicholas Cathedral, Castle Keep.
“Guida disponibile, professionale e italiana!!! Nel tour di 2 ore ci ha spiegato la storia di Newcastle con qualche curiosità interessante....”
Explore Newcastle with a self-guided City Quest puzzle trail from Castle Keep to the Quayside, using the Go Quest app for $37 per group.
“In verhouding heel duur wat je krijgt. Het was niet makkelijk te vinden en omslachtig verder wat je op papier allemaal Moet doen. Hele kruiswoordpuzzel overtekenen bijvoorbeeld. Maar ook klopten sommige vragen de antwoorden niet. Wij zijn halverwege gestopt. Je stopt echt veel te vaak en te lang om opdrachten te doen, waardoor je helemaal…”
Join a silent disco walking tour in Newcastle through Eldon Square, Blackett Street, and The Monument for 1 hour of singing fun.
“So much fun, brilliant tour guide”
Taste Newcastle’s Grainger Market and Quayside street food on a 3-hour guided walk with multiple tastings and local history sights.
“This was a fantastic tour, only 3 people an were also the guide which made the tour very personal. The guide was very knowledgeable and very easy to hear and to raise questions to. The trip include a visit to the local market and some tastings of the local food. The oysters from the island…”
