What to do and see in Sunderland, England: The Best Things to do

July 1, 2021 Milan Banda

Sunderland (/ˈsʌndərlənd/ ( listen), locally /ˈsʊndlənd/) is a city at the centre of the City of Sunderland metropolitan borough, in Tyne and Wear, North East England, 10 miles southeast of Newcastle upon Tyne, 12 miles northeast of Durham, 101 miles southeast of Edinburgh, 104 miles north of Manchester and 240 miles north of London. It is a coastal city at the mouth of the River Wear with beaches at Roker, Seaburn (the far northern tip of Seaburn Beach is known as Whitburn Beach) and Hendon.
Restaurants in Sunderland

1. Rosebud Ceramics

Unit 1D Chipchase Court Seaham Grange, Sunderland SR7 0PP England +44 191 521 4477 [email protected] http://www.rosebudceramics.co.uk
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5.0 based on 41 reviews

Rosebud Ceramics

Pottery painting studio based in Seaham, offering pottery painting parties, 3d castings, commissions and fingerprint/handprint fine silver jewellery.No booking required for groups of six or less. This is a great place to meet friends and enjoy a creative activity together. Prices start from £1.50 and all pieces are professionally glazed and fired and ready for collection within for days.

Reviewed By NB180708 - Sunderland, United Kingdom

Had a lovely relaxing afternoon at the studio in August with my 6 year old and newborn son. We enjoyed it so much we’ve now done a couple of the takeaway kits at home too which we love doing. Something a bit different for us to do together with the added bonus of having a keepsake at the end of it. Really good value when visiting the studio or when completing at home and the kits include everything you’d need. Highly recommended ????

2. The Royalty Theatre

25 The Royalty Off Chester Rd, Sunderland SR2 7PP England +44 191 908 5683 [email protected] http://www.royaltytheatre.co.uk
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5.0 based on 24 reviews

The Royalty Theatre

One of the Northeast's oldest amateur theatres, producing at least seven in-house plays per season in our two theatre spaces. Facilities include a fully-licensed bar and wheelchair access to both performance spaces. Our theatre is available to hire for both shows and private functions.

Reviewed By lindabV2445LG - Sunderland, United Kingdom

Don't miss the panto here its brilliant its the start of Christmas love it here seen some fantastic shows here very talented actors great place and drinks not to bad priced an a warm welcome for all

3. Stadium Of Light

Sunderland SR5 1SU England +44 371 911 1200 [email protected] https://www.safc.com/club/stadium-of-light
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4.5 based on 831 reviews

Stadium Of Light

Reviewed By garyr593 - Sunderland, United Kingdom

Great day out, we're in the Premier concourse, £40 a ticket, programme and food, well worth it, great win, fantastic atmosphere with all the fans, great to be at home in grass roots football, just do it.

4. National Glass Centre

Liberty Way, Sunderland SR6 0GL England +44 191 515 5555 [email protected] http://www.nationalglasscentre.com/
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4.5 based on 951 reviews

National Glass Centre

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.

5. Souter Lighthouse and The Leas

Souter Lighthouse Coast Road Whitburn, Sunderland SR6 7NH England +44 191 529 0909 [email protected] http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/souter-lighthouse-and-the-leas/
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4.5 based on 393 reviews

Souter Lighthouse and The Leas

Reviewed By deemessenger - Marlborough, United Kingdom

This is a lovely place to visit and walk along the sea top it’s a place of real interest and you can book the cottages for a holiday, beautiful views. Walk along the leas to the cafe in the rocks for a nice coffeeor glass of wine or beer and bite to eat.

6. Ryhope Engines Museum

Waterworks Road, Sunderland England +44 191 521 0235 http://www.ryhopeengines.org.uk
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4.5 based on 59 reviews

Ryhope Engines Museum

7. Herrington Country Park

Chester Road Adjacent to Penshaw Monument, Sunderland DH4 7EL England +44 191 520 5550 http://sunderland.gov.uk/herringtoncountrypark
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4.5 based on 660 reviews

Herrington Country Park

Reviewed By nuttyk69 - Jarrow, United Kingdom

This is a beautiful walk with fantastic views, if you're feeling adventurous you can climb up to Penshaw monument and there is a play area for younger children, bring food for the swans and other lake birds or you can buy some from the vans dotted about

8. Roker Park Conservation Area

Roker Park Road, Sunderland England http://www.sunderland.gov.uk/index.aspx?articleid=3243
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4.5 based on 102 reviews

Roker Park Conservation Area

Reviewed By busybeebees - Huddersfield, United Kingdom

a nice place to visit, plenty of space for the kids to be set free, grounds kept very clean, and we enjoyed our walk around

9. St Peter's Church

St Peter's Church, St Peter's Way, Sunderland England +44 191 516 0135 http://www.wearmouth-jarrow.org.uk/visit/st-peters-church
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4.5 based on 67 reviews

St Peter's Church

Reviewed By rita212016 - Sunderland, United Kingdom

well worth visiting just for the history you will be suprised at what history this area has vikings and stories about the monks that once lived there

10. Grosvenor Casino Sunderland

6 Lambton Street, Sunderland SR1 1TP England +44 191 510 6400 http://www.grosvenorcasinos.com/local-casinos/sunderland
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4.5 based on 121 reviews

Grosvenor Casino Sunderland

Grosvenor Casino Sunderland offers a unique lesiure experience, combining an a la carte restaurant and late night bar with an extensive gaming package. Customers can enjoy numerous Roulette (including electronic terminals), Blackjack & Poker tables, plus popular Slot machines. We're open from 12 noon-6am everyday and provide free car parking.

Reviewed By smiter66

On Saturday I took advantage of the cinema and meal deal with Grosvenor casino Sunderland and empire cinemas Sunderland for only £12 each we received ticket for cinema and a main meal from the casinos menu the whole experience made for a great night out the meal was fantastic as was the service we received from our waitress Alexandra with the deal we also got a glass ov wine and free parking we decided on the steak (£2 extra) well worth it we will definitely be returning such a lovley little resteraunt aswell

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