Top North East England Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Go deeper into Newcastle’s rich history than on many other tours when you join this guided walk—although you’ll still stroll less than 2.5 miles (4 kilometers). Learn about the city’s history from the Iron Age to the present, alongside colorful characters such as Bessie Surtees. See bridges, monuments, religious buildings, a historic market, the old town wall and, of course, the castle, with plenty of photo opps too.

Instead of randomly choosing restaurants and foods while in Newcastle, ensure you hit its best culinary offerings—and landmark sights—during this private tour. With a guide for navigation and personalized attention; visit some of the top food haunts to taste their wares and meet the people behind them. Dive into Grainger Market, visit independent eateries along the Quayside, and enjoy tastings—and the city views—at the Baltic Centre.

Immerse yourself in Newcastle’s rich past and handsome architecture on a walking tour around its historical highlights. As you stroll, learn about the city’s Roman, Norman, and mercantile history. Admire Grey’s Monument, Grey Street, the Castle Keep, the Tyne River, and hear about the Victorian entrepreneurs who made Newcastle an Industrial Revolution powerhouse, and discover churches, hidden stairways, and a medieval monastery.

Dare to discover the dark secrets of Newcastle on this spine-chilling walking tour. Hear tales of Newcastle’s ghosts, criminals, and gangsters as you walk along Dean Street, Quayside, and High Bridge Street, and see sights like Earl Grey's Monument, Castle Keep, and Bigg Market.

Immerse in one of the Roman Empire’s last frontiers when you join this fascinating walking tour led by a “Roman” guide, along the Cawfields stretch of the Roman wall. Learn about the rise and fall of this UNESCO World Heritage–listed engineering wonder, why Northumberland has so many castles, and soak up glorious views of moorland, coastline and medieval villages. Numbers are capped at just 12 for an intimate and memorable experience.

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.

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.

The industrial Newcastle of old has turned into a vibrant metropolis that’s still deeply proud of its history. On this private walking tour, delve deeper into Newcastle and Gateshead—south of the Tyne—and their heritage with a guide for insight you’d miss out on if exploring alone. Pass St. James’ Park football stadium and Grey’s Monument; and admire the futuristic Sage, Baltic, and bridges overlooking the legendary Tyne River.

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.

If you’re a fan of the hit TV series Vera, no visit to Newcastle would be complete without a tour of the series’ filming locations. Follow in the footsteps of detective Stanhope on a tour that transports you between locations in Newcastle, Gateshead, North Shields, and Whitley Bay in a hassle-free coach.

Better understand the history and culture of Newcastle on this walking tour along the river that has long been an intractable feature of the city. As you walk along the River Tyne, your guide recounts tales of the people associated with the locations along the way and answers any questions you may have. This is a great introduction to the city and how it has changed over the years.

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!

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.

Join the Silent Adventures Team as we take you on a journey of song and dance through the famous streets of Newcastle. This musically instructed adventure aims to have your funky moves on display and your pop star voices serenading the people of the Toon! Hi-tech headsets will fill your body with beats, theme songs and your favourite hits across the decades. As your inhibitions evaporate and laughter takes over, you will be part of the best all dance, all singing walking tour in town! It's a Flash Mob, it's a Silent Disco, it’s a roaming, rhythmic riot through Newcastle!

If you’re a lover of fine wine and cheese, pleasure your palate during a cheese-and-wine tour of Newcastle upon Tyne. A perfect introduction for first-time visitors, this tour combines local delicacies with stops at a food market and Newcastle Castle, in order to provide the inside scoop on local culture and history.

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!

Forget hours of independent research and explore Newcastle-upon-Tyne in an easier and more rewarding way: on a small-group guided walk. Follow a time-efficient route that reveals all the must-sees; admiring everything from the handsome Georgian architecture of Grainger Town to the China Garden, Castle Keep, and Quayside. As you walk and talk, learn history and personal insights into Newcastle’s past and present culture you’d likely miss if exploring alone.

This is a unique experience and offers a fantastic mix of city and parks within one cycling tour! Guests will love the mix of the urban and natural! Our guides are experts in their field and the regions and will bring to life all facets of this guided cycling tour!

Get the ideal insider’s introduction to history-packed Newcastle on this half-day walking tour of the bustling northeastern city. Learn about the city’s early history and enjoy guided interior visits of both Newcastle Castle and the cathedral church of St. Nicholas. Upgrade to a private tour to include door-to-door pickup from your hotel.

If you’re a fan of the British TV crime drama “Vera,” there’s now a way to check off the key filming locations around the Northumbria countryside. This day-long tour puts the spotlight on the county’s coastal beauty while giving you all the trivia and gossip related to “Vera.” Sites such as Amble, Alnmouth, Bamburgh, and Warkworth feature on the itinerary along with a visit to Hadrian’s Wall.

We will head south over the river to Tweedmouth and Spittal before looping back over the New Bridge to take in the town on the north bank,passing several Lowry Trail boards. The route is relatively flat and uses trails as well as roads which should be suitable for most riders and bike types. The pace will be gentle and will stop regularly at points of interest where you can take photographs and your local guide will answer any questions you may have. Once you have finished your tour you will be in a great position to explore the area more in your own time,choosing your own favourite locations to revisit. A walking tour of the Elizabethan Walls is also available on request,text 07773 311 156 for details.

Visit World Heritage–listed Hadrian’s Wall during a 3-hour walking tour of Arbeia and Segedunum (aka Wallsend), two of the Roman forts at the east end of the wall. Both settlements are excellent reconstructions, and with a guide on hand you’ll gain specialized insight. This tour is ideal for history buffs who want to learn more about the frontier of the Roman Empire, all within close proximity to urban Newcastle.

Experience a culinary and historic journey of Newcastle. You’ll sample a spectrum of mouth-watering flavours that make up this unique city with influences from British, Asian & Caribbean cuisine. Explore some of the most beautiful spots in the city's Grainger Town, Old Newcastle and Quayside areas! Your guide will help you discover the best cuisine and also give you a great rounded story of the city and the buildings around you!

This culturally rich audio tour will take on a journey through a place full of Northumbrian history. Here you will learn about Alnwick's early history dating back to 600 AD and how the small town has evolved into the beautiful market town you see today. Perfectly suited for discovery on foot, our self-guided audio tour allows you to set the pace and explore at your leisure as you uncover the stories of this exciting city. To discover this fascinating city in your own time just download this self-guided audio tour, pop in your headphones, open the map that comes with your download and start walking. You will be able to explore the most popular attractions of the town including a famous castle, a quaint market, and a beautiful cosy bookstore like nothing you have seen before. The tour will take approximately two hours, but you can pause the audio guide when needed. Grab a bite to eat or do some shopping along the way. Please note that this tour is only available in English.