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
What to do and see in Tyne and Wear, England: The Best Things to do Good for Kids
Discover the best top things to do in Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom including Fiddler's Green Fishermen's Memorial, Gibside, Jesmond Dene, St. Mary's Lighthouse and Visitor Centre, The Angel of the North, Newcastle Castle, The Discovery Museum, Tynemouth Priory & Castle, St James' Park, The Quayside.
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. Gibside
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 760 reviews
Reviewed By srablair - Lytham St Anne's, United Kingdom
We visited as new NT members wanting to visit as many places as possible during our visit to the North East. There were at least 3 trails around the extensive grounds. Well worth visiting the chapel and taking the walk up past mirror lake and the banqueting hall towards the freedom monument and past the stables. Really interesting walk and insight into how people must have lived at that time. Interesting refurbished kitchen garden. Interesting to see the exterior of the old hall even though this has fallen into disrepair and no longer available to access. Finished our visit with a cream tea in the tea rooms which were very good and offered a good selection of hot and cold food cakes pastries. Overall an excellent day out and lots of good walking for some birdwatching along the way
3. 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
4. St. Mary's Lighthouse and Visitor Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 839 reviews
Reached between the tides via a short causeway, St. Mary's has all the fascination of a miniature, part-time island. The Lighthouse, completed in 1898 on a hazardous coast for shipping, remained operational until 1984 when it was superseded by modern navigational techniques. Since then the Lighthouse and former keepers' cottages have been operated as a visitor centre by North Tyneside Council. The surrounding Nature Reserve contains an area of rockpools, clifftop grassland, a beach and newly created wetland habitats.Wherever possible we are open seven days a week between May and September, and during weekends and school holidays in the winter. However, it is not possible for us to open on some days because of tidal conditions. The stated opening times can also be subject to variations on occasion due to weather affecting the times of the tide.
Reviewed By juliepat23
lovely place - coffee shop and little gift shop friendly staff/areas to have a picnic amazing views Kids can go crab fishing and see fish sea creatures- very educational
5. 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
6. Newcastle Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 870 reviews
Steeped in history this imposing Norman fortress, in the centre of Newcastle upon Tyne, is a rugged reminder of northern England's turbulent history. This was no baron's stately home. Newcastle Castle is a grim reminder of royal authority where armies gathered and criminals were imprisoned and executed. It is where the story of Newcastle began, the reason the city got its name and has the most commanding views over the city and the River Tyne. Open for the public to explore and enjoy our rich and varied history Newcastle Castle takes the safety of public and staff very seriously. Due to the Coronavirus pandemic we have introduced a number of measures to keep you safe whilst you explore, discover and enjoy.
Reviewed By Keith_Bnufc - England, United Kingdom
Spent about an hour and a half in there last week- interesting, informative, helpful staff and great views from the top. Only complaint was that it isn’t bigger!
7. 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.
8. Tynemouth Priory & Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 570 reviews
Reviewed By WestCountryGreenMan - Worthing, United Kingdom
Tynemouth priory is a lovely, interesting place to visit and definitely worth it if you're in the area. There's some amazing views from the priory too.
9. St James' Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,435 reviews
Delve into Newcastle United's history all the way back to the late 1800s by joining us on a tour of the iconic St James' Park. Accompanied by a tour guide you will visit areas of the ground reserved for players and officials only, including the Home Dressing Room, Media Suite, Director's Box, and more. Tours last approximately 90 minutes, and run daily at 11.30, 12.30, And 14.30, At a cost of £15 an adult, £12 a concession, and £8 a junior.
Reviewed By Mikelemberg - Mill Valley, United States
Had opportunity to see my first premier league game at st James park. Sat up with the boisterous and loud fans. Super loud, singing and chanting. It is a bit rated R. Great stadium and atmosphere (and Newcastle won the first match of the season).
10. 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
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