Top 20 Experiences in North East England
Guided City Walking Tour of Newcastle
The tour takes you around some of the more interesting sights 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 approximately 3.5km (2.2 miles), does include some steps, road crossing, 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.
Vera Tour of Newcastle TV Locations
Follow in the footsteps of Detective Chief Inspector Vera Stanhope as you explore the filming locations of the hit TV show, Vera. Take a 4-hour guided coach tour through shooting locations such as Newcastle, Gateshead, North Shields and Whitley Bay. This tour is the only one of its kind and is designed for Vera fans who want to explore the filming locations and scenery from this classic crime show.
The Ultimate Cheese & Wine Food Tour
“The Ultimate Cheese & Wine Tour” This tour is not for the faint hearted as it’s jam pack full of delicious cheeses & various accompaniments. The tour also includes wine tastings at all stops where fully trained staff will introduce you to various wines from around the world! Meeting outside of The Royal Station Hotel NE1 5DH for 1pm, our tour guides will guide you to each eatery stopping & taking in some local history along the way. Whether you live on the door step or visiting for the first time, this tour offers an alternative afternoon out with a difference.
Newcastle Roman Fort Tour
Hadrian’s Wall, a UNESCO world heritage site, marks the frontier of the Roman Empire. The frontier extended for 80 Roman miles and covered many landscapes. On this half-day tour, we’ll focus on the fort at the east end of the wall: Segedunum. The fort is home to fantastic reconstructions of the Roman way of life, allowing you to learn up-close about this fantastic, ruthless yet creative culture that conquered much of the known world. We will start the tour at the fort of Segedunum - now called Wallsend. Following this we’ll go to the Great North Museum in Newcastle, which has one of the largest collections of Roman artefacts in the North of Britain. This tour is great for those who love history and wish to discover more about the Romans in urban Newcastle and Tyneside. Please contact us for details of solo traveler bookings. What 3 Words starting location: ///rocky.move.wide
Newcastle Private Historic Pub Tour
Newcastle is famous around the world for amongst other things, it's great pubs, nightlife and friendly Geordie locals. This tour isn't just a pub tour but a history tour also as we explore some of the most beautiful streets in Britain and some back lanes too. Visit 5 of the best pubs in Newcastle with a special and unique history on this private guided tour with drinks included in each pub!
Vera Tour of Northumberland TV Locations
This day tour explores the scenic coastal beauty of Northumberland iand includes places such as Amble, Warkworth, Alnmouth and Bamburgh. The tour will take you off the beaten track through the stunning beauty of Northumberland and take you to Hadrians Wall, the northern most frontier of the Roman Empire. Also the tour complements the half day Vera Tour that explores locations in and around Newcastle.
Tailor-made Walking Tour: Discover Newcastle
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.
Hadrians Wall tour full day
2000 years ago Hadrians Wall was a frontier, a place where two cultures collided. Your guide will weave a narrative from both the Roman perspective and the native perspective, thereby providing both viewpoints. The Northumberland National Park makes a magnificent backdrop. Your guide will make visible a wealth of archaeology, thereby helping you discover a land with multiple layers. You will be in awe of the landscape as you walk the gentle slopes of the Whin Sill, a geological feature underpinning Hadrian’s Wall. After your walk you will visit two museums on Hadrians Wall to enhance your visit even further. This is the complete Hadrian’s Wall experience. • Full Day guided tour of Hadrian's Wall • Visit Hadrians wall and two of the best preserved Roman forts in Britain • View the beautiful landscape of Northumberland National Park • Transport is not included though it is required from Cawfields to Vindolanda and to Housesteads, contact us for taxi details if needed.
Private Walking Tour with a Local Guide in Newcastle
Get to know the city through the eyes of a local guide. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it to the local for an enlightening introduction to the city. With our private walking tours, you'll skip the mundane historical tours and experience the city through the eyes of a real local. Our local guides are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and insights. The will offer an authentic and personal experience. By the end of the tour, you will feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay. Private walking tour for just you and your group. Your guide customizes your tour to your interests and personality. Get a deeper insight into Newcastle life than possible alone. See Newcastle through the eyes of a local and discover its hidden gems.
3 Hour Walking Tour through Newcastle upon Tyne
This walking tour brings the ever changing heritage and culture into life. It explains the history as well as the future developments.
Half Day Hadrian’s Wall Guided Tour
2000 years ago this was a frontier, a place where two cultures collided. Your guide can happily weave a narrative from both the Roman perspective and the native perspective, providing both viewpoints. The Romans always intended to conquer Britain. Julius Caesar wrote about the riches of the British Isles... and also of giants and monsters. While Caesar made initial contact with the peoples of Britain, a full scale invasion would take another 90 years. Political turmoil in Rome was the catalyst for the new emperor, Claudius to bring his forces to the shores of Britain, changing the country forever. Transport is not included though it is required from Cawfields to Vindolanda, contact us for taxi details if needed.
2 Hour Guided Tour of Hadrian's Wall
Explore this hidden gem beautiful Northumberland on this 2 hour guided tour. Learn about the rise and fall of one of Rome’s most famous constructions at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hadrian’s Wall. This tour brings Hadrian's Wall to life, by telling you the secrets tales and anecdotes that archaeologists usually keep to themselves. You will be able to touch the 1900 year old monument and gain an understanding of why such a prominent boundary was constructed by Hadrian's soldiers. As well as visiting Hadrian's wall you will see a milecastle, walk where the soldiers walked and see the scale of the vallum defence ditch to the south of the frontier. At 1.5 miles the walk is comfortable and enjoyable. We will view each location of archaeological importance to learn more about the Romans and the local tribes.
Fun, Flexible Treasure Hunt Around Newcastle with Cryptic Clues & Hidden Gems
A fun and different way to see Newcastle Solve satisfying clues and follow beautiful maps sent to your phones. Spot things other people take for granted! You’ll learn interesting facts and stories. Everything is outdoors and you can do social distancing.
A Taste Of Newcastle Food Tour
We are an award winning food tour business! Meeting at Greys Monument at 1pm, this tour offers travellers the chance to take in Newcastle’s rich culture and amazing scenery whilst sampling some of the cities finest food provided by some of the best independent eateries in town! Along the way you will visit a diverse culture scene from the hustle and bustle of the famous Grainger Market where traders still shout their wares, to the opportunity to dine at a local Michelin Guide restaurant. This tour really does take you on a culinary safari which sees dining styles change up at every stop!
Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket
Explore the site of the Castle that gave the city its name and discover its medieval gatehouse, the Black Gate. Uncover the changing face of the Castle through the ages: from royal fortress and border stronghold to grim dungeon and teeming slum. New exhibits allow visitors to experience what life would have been like for inhabitants in these two astonishingly preserved medieval buildings.
1-Hour and a Half Walking Guided Tour in Medieval Newcastle
Join us for a tour around the fascinating remains of medieval Newcastle, including free entry to Newcastle Castle. This tour will explore the medieval history of Newcastle which lies hidden behind the modern city. One of our authentically costumed guides will take you from St Andrews, Newcastle's oldest church, past the formidable town walls taking in Friaries, merchant houses, markets and guild headquarters, before finishing at the imposing Black Gate - the gatehouse of Newcastle's Castle. From here you will be free to explore the amazingly preserved remains of the Black Gate and Castle Keep for yourselves - tickets are included in the price of the tour.
Newcastle True Crime Walking Tour
This tour is one of a kind - it is not a ghost tour. It takes you on a true crimes journey of Newcastle and explores some of the gruesome dark times in the city's history (all brought to life by your local expert). Your tour also takes you past some of the best-known places in the city but diverts to take you through some of the most hidden streets full of wonderful stories to tell!
1.5 Hour Explore Newcastle Walking Tour
Experience an amazing insight into Newcastle - a rounded story giving you all the highlights, little quirks and fascinating introduction to this amazing city we call home! Led by passionate guides, this is the best intro to a city you can imagine, setting the scene for the rest of your time here!
Hadrian's Wall: A Self-Guided Audio Tour along the Ruins
This is a self-guided audio tour (EXCLUDING ENTRY TICKET) around the ruins of Housesteads Roman Fort, one of the original forts built along Hadrian's Wall. On this tour, you'll see where soldiers and civilians lived. By the end of the tour, you'll also understand what remains of the best-preserved Roman fort in Northumberland. Please note that this tour does not include entry to the fort. It is an accompaniment to your fort visit.
Newcastle beer or prosecco bike tour
One and Only Beer Bike in Newcastle. We offer the best Beer Bike service in Newcastle. Our ORIGINAL Newcastle BEER BIKE is the most comfortable bike in town. Made of lightweight materials and equipped with comfy chairs, a bar on board with unlimited beer, an audio system, Wi-Fi, and nightlights, it has all you need for your extraordinary ride throughout the beautiful city of London. The maximum capacity for one Beer Bike is 13 people and we have two Beer Bikes ready for you with a total capacity of 26 persons! Have a wonderful time with your friends while riding our fantastic bike through the city streets. Within a two-hour ride, our English-speaking driver will show you the city from a whole new perspective that you will never forget. Book the ORIGINAL Newcastle BEER BIKE today!