Top Things to do in Tyne and Wear
Top Hotels in Tyne and Wear
- 1. Hotel Indigo Newcastle, an IHG Hotel
- 2. Maldron Hotel Newcastle
- 3. Malmaison Newcastle
- 4. Innside Newcastle
- 5. Hotel du Vin & Bistro Newcastle
- 6. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Newcastle International Airport
- 7. Little Haven Hotel
- 8. Hampton By Hilton Newcastle
- 9. Copthorne Hotel Newcastle
- 10. County Hotel
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Top 10 Free Things to do in Tyne and Wear, England
Discover the best top things to do in Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom including Fiddler's Green Fishermen's Memorial, Jesmond Dene, The Angel of the North, The Discovery Museum, The Quayside, Long Sands Beach, Saltwell Park, Arbeia, South Shields Roman Fort, National Glass Centre, Grey Street.
Restaurants in Tyne and Wear
1. Fiddler's Green Fishermen's Memorial
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 29 reviews
Fiddler's Green is a memorial which was erected to the memory of those Fishermen who have lost their lives at sea, particularly those who have sailed beyond the piers of the River Tyne. The memorial is a metal sculpture which depicts a Fisherman sitting on a bollard reflecting in thought.
Reviewed By 667billt - North Shields, United Kingdom
A fabulous fitting memorial to the history of the area. A must see when visiting area. Wonderful location.
2. Jesmond Dene
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,273 reviews
Jesmond Dene is the jewel in the crown of Newcastle's parks and green spaces. The Dene is packed full of historic and natural features and masses of wildlife, flowers and ancient woodland for everyone to enjoy.
Reviewed By Jp_King93
This is a beautiful park, really calming and wonderful for pictures, I really enjoyed my visit and will come back for sure
3. The Angel of the North
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,139 reviews
Reviewed By grandad88 - Clitheroe, United Kingdom
We stopped here with our grandsons. Our elder grandson age 10 had read up information about it before we went and so gave us lots of facts about the statue. The younger one was at first a bit overwhelmed but soon warmed to the statue and enjoyed running around it. It is worth stopping here for a closer look as it is easily accessible just off the A1 with a small car park so if you are travellng up the A1 and want a short break you may as well stop here and stretch your legs
4. The Discovery Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,686 reviews
It’s free to get in to Discovery Museum, which is a massive space showcasing the best of Newcastle’s heritage over three floors and extensive galleries crammed with inventions, world-firsts, model ships and interactive activities for curious kids – and adults! Telling the story of Newcastle and its people from Roman times through to the present day Discovery Museum champions the spirit of the north east area. With events on all year.
Reviewed By nikkisuk
The museum is free to visit (although donations are gratefully received). We visited on a sunny Saturday and there was a steady flow of people but not by any means overcrowded. There are three floors of rooms that you can visit covering topics such as life locally, the local regiment, a science maze and on our visit there was an inventors section and the Stephenson Rocket exhibition. My two boys, aged nine and seven, thoroughly enjoyed their day there. Lots of the displays have reading but there is also a great deal of interactive exhibits. There is a cafe there but we took our own lunch and used the tables on the lower ground floor to picnic. There is no real outdoor space, other than the front on the pavement but the building is light and airy so that if it is a sunny day, you don't feel like you're missing out too much. Several car parks locally which are reasonable in price. Easily can spend a good four hours there.
5. The Quayside
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,155 reviews
Reviewed By stevearchbold - Wallsend, United Kingdom
This may seem a little biased but if your visiting Newcastle you need to check out the Quayside it's only a short downhill walk from the city centre with plenty of taxis to get you back up. Plenty of good bars and restaurants to choose from, a great view of the river side and the bridges and you can walk across the millennium bridge to the sage music centre or the Baltic arts centre plenty to do for young and old
6. Long Sands Beach
7. Saltwell Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 822 reviews
Reviewed By tracisunis
I've loved this park, ever since I was a child. It's expansive, on a gently sloping hill with vistas of Gateshead and its surrounds. A walk around the lake in summer is a must, or a picnic on the lawns, but the meandering paths make this park a must. Beautifully maintained and complete with bowling greens, rose gardens, a maze and aviaries – as well as coffee rooms – it makes for a wonderful day out for everyone.
8. Arbeia, South Shields Roman Fort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 384 reviews
Whilst we are closed you can enjoy exhibition and collections content and activities on our website and social media or by joining our mailing list at mustseemuseums.org.uk.
Reviewed By 335kimberleyp - Grimsby, United Kingdom
This was the fort that supplied hadrians wall for the Romans’ , reconstructed buildings and friendly willing helpful staff made this a gem of a place to visit , little known to ordinary folk it was a lovely treat to find this , lucky we got to see it as they shut at the end of sept till next season , we’ll worth a visit for anyone interested in the Roman history of the region .
9. National Glass Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 951 reviews
Based in a unique, contemporary glass and steel building, the National Glass Centre houses exhibition galleries, artists' studios and production facilities, a craft & design shop and an award winning café/restaurant. National Glass Centre is part of the University of Sunderland. We deliver a programme of changing exhibitions, education programmes and events for schools, families, adults and children. We are dedicated to exploring ideas through glass and providing opportunities for people to be creative, enjoy themselves and feel inspired.
Reviewed By marywR2211YE - Derbyshire, United Kingdom
Interesting history of glass and fascinating exhibition in gallery. We were staying in Newcastle and travelled by metro to Sunderland. When walking back to Metro station we passed St Peter's church which is Saxon. We went in and were treated to a guided tour. Fascinating. We then walked past The Museum and decided to call in. Found it was a football museum. Again were treated to a guided tour. It is well worth a visit.
10. Grey Street
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,202 reviews
Reviewed By NicolaD914 - Kingston-upon-Hull, United Kingdom
There is some fantastic Georgian architecture on Grey Street looking from Grey’s monument down towards the Quayside or the castle. Some of the buildings are really beautiful housing the Theatre Royal, shops banks and offices. There are lots of places to stop and enjoy something to eat or drink and enjoy the view, and lots of shops. Don’t miss the historical and equally stunning Central Arcade.
