Newcastle History Tour
Overview
Every step of the way, you’ll absorb the city’s vibrant atmosphere, rooted in the famously friendly natures of the ‘Geordie’ locals.
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Inclusions
- Local guide
- Professional guide
- Tour escort/host
What to expect
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Grey's Monument, 26 Grey Street, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 6AE England
Our meeting point for the tour.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Grainger Town, Grainger Street Newcastle city centre, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 5AF England
The historic Georgian city centre of Newcastle
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Grey Street, Newcastle upon Tyne England
Discover the story of Newcastle's Grainger town and one of the most beautiful streets in the British Isles.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Quayside, Newcastle upon Tyne England
Discover where Newcastle began and the story of our bridges on this section of the tour.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: All Saints Presbyterian Church, Pilgrim Street, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 2ES England
After the quayside, we will show you this fantastic 18th-century building and the events that occurred within its walls.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Newcastle Castle, The Black Gate Castle Garth Castle Garth, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 1RQ England
See the historic castle that gave the city its name and learn some of its fascinating stories.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Newcastle Cathedral, St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 1PF England
St. Nicholas' is the Cathedral of the city and its striking lantern tower holds the attention of the skyline discover its story on this tour.
Duration: 5 minutes
Additional information
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Minimum age is 7 years
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- We require a contact Mobile/cell phone for all customers to contact you on the day of your tour. This will ensure we can inform you of changes to meeting point or other information prior to your tour.
- Service animals allowed
- For customers joining us from cruises from the port of Tyne please use the Metro System and take the metro to the 'Monument' metro stop, this is where the tour begins.
- Near public transportation
- Please contact us about any disabilities your group may have. We are able to customise tours for wheelchair and vision impairment
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Due to COVID-19 we ask all customers to maintain social distancing as per the United Kingdom Government guidelines
- For all other COVID-19 information please visit our website: https://ilestours.co.uk/keeping-you-safe/
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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My daughter and I have just enjoyed this fascinating tour of Newcastle, a city I have lived in for 68 years and which I now know a great deal more about. Many thanks Alex, your knowledge is amazing.
My daughter and I have just enjoyed this fascinating tour of Newcastle, a city I have lived in for 68 years and which I now know a great deal more about. Many thanks Alex, your knowledge is amazing.This was a superb tour. Alex is hugely knowledgeable and interesting about all aspects of Newcastle's history. We were a group of only four people and had many questions to ask, all of which Alex knew the answer to. I would really recommend.
This was a superb tour. Alex is hugely knowledgeable and interesting about all aspects of Newcastle's history. We were a group of only four people and had many questions to ask, all of which Alex knew the answer to. I would really recommend.From the moment we started the tour we knew it would be interesting and exceptional. Alex is a font of knowledge about Newcastle, and he puts it across very clearly and full of entertaining snippets. He's happy to answer questions on a wide range of subjects. We came away thinking we'd had exc...
From the moment we started the tour we knew it would be interesting and exceptional. Alex is a font of knowledge about Newcastle, and he puts it across very clearly and full of entertaining snippets. He's happy to answer questions on a wide range of subjects. We came away thinking we'd had excellent value. Thanks!We did the Newcastle History Tour. Fascinating tales mixed with viewing of some glorious architecture. Alex Iles, the guide, is punctual, extremely knowledgeable, passionate about his work and good company. The two hours for the tour is just about the right length - not too short but not te...
We did the Newcastle History Tour. Fascinating tales mixed with viewing of some glorious architecture. Alex Iles, the guide, is punctual, extremely knowledgeable, passionate about his work and good company. The two hours for the tour is just about the right length - not too short but not tedious either. Highly recommended, especially as an introduction to Newcastle for first time visitors.A brilliant around town with history explained about buildings, shops and statues. Lots to talk about with a castle, Roman remains, loads of bridges and the river. A very entertaining morning. Thank you Alex.
A brilliant around town with history explained about buildings, shops and statues. Lots to talk about with a castle, Roman remains, loads of bridges and the river. A very entertaining morning. Thank you Alex.Fantastic he really knew his subject. Being a student of history myself he filled in a few gaps in my knowledge.
Fantastic he really knew his subject. Being a student of history myself he filled in a few gaps in my knowledge.