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Introduction

Tucked away in the cold Northeastern corner of England, the North Sea port city of Newcastle might not be the first name on every traveller's itinerary. However, the many historic buildings and bridges together with the recently revamped quayside area make Newcastle an interesting and atmospheric place to visit.

Newcastle upon Tyne, from the Millenium Bridge

Newcastle upon Tyne, from the Millenium Bridge

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Neighbourhoods

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Sights and Activities

  • The Baltic Centre
  • The Millenium Bridge
  • The Tyne Bridge
  • Town Moor common

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Events and Festivals

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Weather

Likely to be cold, even by English standards, however not as wet as the west coast.

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Getting There

By Plane

Direct flights to Newcastle airport.

By Train

On the East Coast main line, linking to London, York, Durham, Edinburgh and Aberdeen.

A branch line runs across Northumberland as far as Carlisle.

By Car

By Bus

Direct services to London and across England with National Express and Megabus.

By Boat

Direct ferries to the Netherlands and to Scandinavia, including Amsterdam, Bergen and Stavanger.

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Getting Around

By Car

By Public Transport

By Foot

By Bike

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Eat

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Drink

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Sleep

Budget

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Upscale

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Work

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