Newcastle Upon Tyne Private Walking Tour

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.

1. 1

   Stop 1

   5 min

   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.

2. 2

   High Level Bridge

   5 min

   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.....

3. 3

   The Tyne Bridge

   10 min

   See the famous Tyne Bridge, the most famous of the many bridges across the River Tyne and learn of why this design was chosen.

4. 4

   The Glasshouse International Centre for Music

   Pass by

   Perhaps the finest musical acoustics outside of London.

5. 5

   Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art

   Pass by

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

6. 6

   Gateshead Millenium Bridge

   5 min

   Our very own Millennium Bridge.... and it winks!

7. 7

   NewcastleGateshead

   15 min

   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.

8. 8

   Bessie Surtees House

   5 min

   One of the few buildings in Newcastle that survive from the Jacobean Period

9. 9

   Stop 9

   5 min

   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.

10. 10

    Newcastle Castle

    20 min

    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.

11. 11

    Stop 11

    5 min

    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.

12. 12

    The Black Gate

    5 min

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

13. 13

    Stop 13

    20 min

    We'll go inside this beautiful old and very distinctive Cathedral.

14. 14

    Grey Street

    15 min

    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.

15. 15

    Theatre Royal

    5 min

    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.

16. 16

    Grainger Market

    10 min

    Enjoy the sights and sounds of the most famous authentic Victorian market in Newcastle.

17. 17

    Central Arcade

    5 min

    One of the most beautiful period shopping arcades in Britain.

18. 18

    Grey's Monument

    5 min

    A Newcastle landmark for one of the great figures of history.

19. 19

    Northumberland Street

    10 min

    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!

20. 20

    Stop 20

    10 min

    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.

21. 21

    Dr Martin Luther King Jr. Statue

    5 min

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

22. 22

    St James' Park

    10 min

    Home of one of the historical great football teams. Now sadly in the doldrums but hopefully not for long!

23. 23

    The Newcastle Town Wall

    15 min

    See some of the medieval walls that at one point surrounded the city from the invading Scots!

24. 24

    Stop 24

    10 min

    As a maritime city, Newcastle has long had a thriving Chinatown.

25. 25

    Blackfriars Medieval Friary

    15 min

    Away from the crowds is this delightful old historic quarter.

26. 26

    St. Mary's Cathedral

    15 min

    The Roman Catholic Cathedral.

• 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

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.