Tyne and Wear tours, things to do and tickets

The tour takes you around some of the more interesting sights of the beautiful city of Newcastle. On it you will hear about the history of the city from the Iron Age to present day, and also about some of the city's more interesting characters.

The tour is approximately 3.5km (2.2 miles), does include some steps, road crossing, and some uneven pavement.

Please come prepared according to the weather forecast for that day.

In the event of bad weather, please contact me through the message option here on TripAdvisor to see if the tour is still going ahead. Weather cancellations will be very rare.

We are an award winning food tour business! Meeting at Greys Monument at 1pm, this tour offers travellers the chance to take in Newcastle’s rich culture and amazing scenery whilst sampling some of the cities finest food provided by some of the best independent eateries in town! Along the way you will visit a diverse culture scene from the hustle and bustle of the famous Grainger Market where traders still shout their wares, to the opportunity to dine at a local Michelin Guide restaurant. This tour really does take you on a culinary safari which sees dining styles change up at every stop!

Explore the site of the Castle that gave the city its name and discover its medieval gatehouse, the Black Gate. Uncover the changing face of the Castle through the ages: from royal fortress and border stronghold to grim dungeon and teeming slum. New exhibits allow visitors to experience what life would have been like for inhabitants in these two astonishingly preserved medieval buildings.

Only company with any access to Longstone Island and Grace Darling's Lighthouse.

Your skipper and tour guide, George, is current Trinity House Lighthouse Attendant so you will get the best commentary possible.

We are a small family run company that genuinely cares about the area.

This tour is one of a kind - it is not a ghost tour.

It takes you on a true crimes journey of Newcastle and explores some of the gruesome dark times in the city's history (all brought to life by your local expert).

Your tour also takes you past some of the best-known places in the city but diverts to take you through some of the most hidden streets full of wonderful stories to tell!

Explore this hidden gem beautiful Northumberland on this 2 hour guided tour. Learn about the rise and fall of one of Rome’s most famous constructions at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hadrian’s Wall. This tour brings Hadrian's Wall to life, by telling you the secrets tales and anecdotes that archaeologists usually keep to themselves. You will be able to touch the 1900 year old monument and gain an understanding of why such a prominent boundary was constructed by Hadrian's soldiers. As well as visiting Hadrian's wall you will see a milecastle, walk where the soldiers walked and see the scale of the vallum defence ditch to the south of the frontier. At 1.5 miles the walk is comfortable and enjoyable. We will view each location of archaeological importance to learn more about the Romans and the local tribes.

PLEASE NOTE THAT START TIMES FOR EACH WALK ARE DIFFERENT DUE TO THE TIDES, AND NOT ALWAYS AT 01:00am (as mentioned by tripadvisor)

The route across the sands at low tide is atmospheric, evoking the time of Saxon Kings and Celtic Priests. We are likely to see and hear Grey seals as they bask on the sands. You will hear stories dating back to Roman times and can begin to imagine early pilgrims making the crossing to pay their respects to St Aidan and St Cuthbert. Holy Island is a special place and the best way to approach it is across the sands - walking barefoot if you want to get the most from your experience!

The walk is one-way to the island, returning to the start point in my vehicle after we have spent some free time on Holy Island.

A fun and different way to see Newcastle

Solve satisfying clues and follow beautiful maps sent to your phones.

Spot things other people take for granted!

You’ll learn interesting facts and stories.

Everything is outdoors and you can do social distancing.

One and Only Beer Bike in Newcastle.

We offer the best Beer Bike service in Newcastle. Our ORIGINAL Newcastle BEER BIKE is the most comfortable bike in town. Made of lightweight materials and equipped with comfy chairs, a bar on board with unlimited beer, an audio system, Wi-Fi, and nightlights, it has all you need for your extraordinary ride throughout the beautiful city of London. The maximum capacity for one Beer Bike is 13 people and we have two Beer Bikes ready for you with a total capacity of 26 persons! Have a wonderful time with your friends while riding our fantastic bike through the city streets. Within a two-hour ride, our English-speaking driver will show you the city from a whole new perspective that you will never forget. Book the ORIGINAL Newcastle BEER BIKE today!

2000 years ago Hadrians Wall was a frontier, a place where two cultures collided. Your guide will weave a narrative from both the Roman perspective and the native perspective, thereby providing both viewpoints.

The Northumberland National Park makes a magnificent backdrop. Your guide will make visible a wealth of archaeology, thereby helping you discover a land with multiple layers. You will be in awe of the landscape as you walk the gentle slopes of the Whin Sill, a geological feature underpinning Hadrian’s Wall.

After your walk you will visit two museums on Hadrians Wall to enhance your visit even further. This is the complete Hadrian’s Wall experience.
• Full Day guided tour of Hadrian's Wall 
• Visit Hadrians wall and two of the best preserved Roman forts in Britain
• View the beautiful landscape of Northumberland National Park
• Transport is not included though it is required from Cawfields to Vindolanda and to Housesteads, contact us for taxi details if needed.

One of the very few accessible bird colonies in the UK.

Expert commentary on board by current Trinity House Lighthouse Attendant.

Small, family-run company that has extensive experience touring around all of the Farne Islands.

This walking tour brings the ever changing heritage and culture into life. It explains the history as well as the future developments.

This tour informs in a light hearted and entertaining way about Newcastle's fascinating 2000 year history. Newcastle is often overlooked and misunderstood and booking a tour with us is the best way to discover for yourself what Newcastle has to offer.

Follow in the footsteps of Detective Chief Inspector Vera Stanhope as you explore the filming locations of the hit TV show, Vera. Take a 4-hour guided coach tour through shooting locations such as Newcastle, Gateshead, North Shields and Whitley Bay. This tour is the only one of its kind and is designed for Vera fans who want to explore the filming locations and scenery from this classic crime show.

2000 years ago this was a frontier, a place where two cultures collided. Your guide can happily weave a narrative from both the Roman perspective and the native perspective, providing both viewpoints.
The Romans always intended to conquer Britain. Julius Caesar wrote about the riches of the British Isles... and also of giants and monsters. While Caesar made initial contact with the peoples of Britain, a full scale invasion would take another 90 years. Political turmoil in Rome was the catalyst for the new emperor, Claudius to bring his forces to the shores of Britain, changing the country forever.
Transport is not included though it is required from Cawfields to Vindolanda, contact us for taxi details if needed.

Experience an amazing insight into Newcastle - a rounded story giving you all the highlights, little quirks and fascinating introduction to this amazing city we call home! Led by passionate guides, this is the best intro to a city you can imagine, setting the scene for the rest of your time here!

This day tour explores the scenic coastal beauty of Northumberland iand includes places such as Amble, Warkworth, Alnmouth and Bamburgh. The tour will take you off the beaten track through the stunning beauty of Northumberland and take you to Hadrians Wall, the northern most frontier of the Roman Empire. Also the tour complements the half day Vera Tour that explores locations in and around Newcastle.

Join us for a tour around the fascinating remains of medieval Newcastle, including free entry to Newcastle Castle.

This tour will explore the medieval history of Newcastle which lies hidden behind the modern city.

One of our authentically costumed guides will take you from St Andrews, Newcastle's oldest church, past the formidable town walls taking in Friaries, merchant houses, markets and guild headquarters, before finishing at the imposing Black Gate - the gatehouse of Newcastle's Castle.

From here you will be free to explore the amazingly preserved remains of the Black Gate and Castle Keep for yourselves - tickets are included in the price of the tour.

Experience the city of Newcastle (and Gateshead) in a new light - gone are the days of industry & depression - the city today is one of the most fascinating, culturally active and inspiring cities in the UK. Discover its past, present and future on this discovery walking tour with your local expert!

We are a genuine wholly-owned small family-run business that has been established for a very long time.

Our boat, the Golden Gate, was purpose-built in Seahouses for the Farne Islands and in particular, Trinity House duties to the Lighthouses.

George, the skipper and lighthouse attendant, has sailed around these islands for a very long time. You will receive unsurpassable commentary and quirky knowledge from him.

Seasonal seabirds such as puffins, guillemots, terns etc can only be guaranteed to be seen may-July.

Since Covid-19 broke, we don't aim to pack our boat fully to increase customer experience.

We aim for ultimate customer satisfaction and strive to meet all customer's expectations before and after the trip.