Top Newcastle-upon-Tyne Sightseeing Tours

Immerse yourself in Newcastle’s rich past and handsome architecture on a walking tour around its historical highlights. As you stroll, learn about the city’s Roman, Norman, and mercantile history. Admire Grey’s Monument, Grey Street, the Castle Keep, the Tyne River, and hear about the Victorian entrepreneurs who made Newcastle an Industrial Revolution powerhouse, and discover churches, hidden stairways, and a medieval monastery.

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!

The tour offers more sights than some other tours of the beautiful city of Newcastle. On it you will hear about the history of the city from the Iron Age to present day, and also about some of the city's more interesting characters. The tour is less than 4km, does include some steps, and some uneven pavement. Please come prepared according to the weather forecast for that day. In the event of bad weather, please contact me through the message option here on TripAdvisor to see if the tour is still going ahead. Weather cancellations will be very rare.

Dare to discover the dark secrets of Newcastle on this spine-chilling walking tour. Hear tales of Newcastle’s ghosts, criminals, and gangsters as you walk along Dean Street, Quayside, and High Bridge Street, and see sights like Earl Grey's Monument, Castle Keep, and Bigg Market.

Visit World Heritage–listed Hadrian’s Wall during a 3-hour walking tour of Arbeia and Segedunum (aka Wallsend), two of the Roman forts at the east end of the wall. Both settlements are excellent reconstructions, and with a guide on hand you’ll gain specialized insight. This tour is ideal for history buffs who want to learn more about the frontier of the Roman Empire, all within close proximity to urban Newcastle.

Instead of randomly choosing restaurants and foods while in Newcastle, ensure you hit its best culinary offerings—and landmark sights—during this private tour. With a guide for navigation and personalized attention; visit some of the top food haunts to taste their wares and meet the people behind them. Dive into Grainger Market, visit independent eateries along the Quayside, and enjoy tastings—and the city views—at the Baltic Centre.

Discover the prominent but also hidden art galleries of NewcastleGateshead – explore the classic Laing as well as the contemporary BALTIC Arts Centre… Your guide will be able to give you some great insights in the city's art scene and also build a story of the city in art form... Appreciate some of the smaller and special exhibition galleries dotted around the city centre Enjoy this bespoke walking tour in either English or German.

If you are planning a big night out in Newcastle, then this VIP Nightlife Pass is a great idea! We have selected some of the best bars and nightclubs to book you into, so you don't have to waste time researching venues or even queuing.. on the night, just go to the front of the queue and give your name to get straight in (for any of the venues with a door charge, this is included in the price). This Nightlife Party Pass includes the top bars and clubs in Newcastle.

This is a self guided audio tour around the ruins of Housesteads Roman Fort, one of the original forts built along Hadrian's Wall. On this tour I will show you where soldiers and civilians lived, and explain how to understand the remains of the best-preserved Roman fort in Northumberland.

This tour is completely customizable - let us know your ideal starting / end points, time, duration, inclusions you wish to add (museums, galleries, foodie places etc.). We look forward to building the tour to suit you and your fellow travellers. Enjoy a personal and inspirational walk through the great city of Newcastle and discover how the city has transformed itself in the past 20-30 years to become one of the most culturally active and stunning architectural cities in the country. The tour will tell the story of 2,000 years of city history and will give you a rounded story of how the city has become this cultural hub. We will focus on today's highlights and what the future holds for a city moving at pace. We can offer private transfers from/to port or airport at an additional fee.

Catch your broom and set off on our Harry Potter Private Tour in Scotland! The two-day adventure will take you to the most famous film locations of the wizarding saga and let you discover magical Scottish landscapes along the way. As Harry Potter fans, we want to make this trip as magical as it can be, revealing all the stories, legends and inspiration behind J.K. Rowling’s writing. That’s why all the members of your Potter Party – no matter how big or small – will be sorted into Hogwarts Houses at the beginning of the tour. “Why?”, you ask? Because throughout the two day tour we’ll be having a location-based trivia competition, testing your knowledge of the Wizarding World and giving you a chance to win the coveted House Cup (or at least its weight in Chocolate Frogs)!

This tour will take us to Northumberland, a cultural heritage with ancient castles, friendly market towns and a beautiful scenery. We will stop at Alnwick Castle which is the second largest inhabited castle in England. Home to the Duke of Northumberland, Alnwick has been the Percy’s family home since the Norman invasion. Our next stop will be Durham. Durham has been a place of pilgrimage for centuries. Durham’s city is full of character with its cobbled streets, charming cafes and independent shops. We will visit the majestic Durham cathedral and Castle, both Unesco World heritage sites. PLEASE NOTE: Walking is involved MISSING YOU ALREADY!!

This is the ORIGINAL NEWCASTLE PUB TOUR! Enjoy a tour of discover & taste, as we cherry-pick some of the oldest and most iconic pubs in Newcastle! We look forward to sharing their fascinating tales from amusing anecdotes to serious chat... We’ll also find out about the rise and fall of local brewers like the iconic Newcastle Brown Ale and the recent resurgence of dozens of micro-breweries making Newcastle the go-to place for independent brewers and beer lovers. Even today, the Geordies are famed for knowing how to have a good night out and the tour will include some more recent favourites.

Make sure your transfer from Newcastle Airport (NCL) to your hotel or private address in Sunderland city centre is organized and enjoy your trip to the fullest.