With its varied attactions and its proximity to beautiful countryside and unspoiled beaches, Newcastle is well placed to cater for visitors' every need.
Whether it's for a visit en route to visiting Hadrian's Wall or a weekender taking in an Arena show, the city is both an ideal stop-off and a destination in itself, with its mix of restaurants, bars, theatres, galleries, museums and historical sites. It's no surprise that first-time visitors will struggle to choose what to do and see while those who live here may well appreciate a reminder of treasures on their doorstep that they have neglected for some time.
Recently, some of the city's best-loved attractions joined together in a call-out to people to revisit the likes of galleries and museums whose visitor numbers have not recovered since the pandemic. We include some of those in our list here of suggestions for the best things to do and see in Newcastle.
