Newcastle History Tour
Newcastle History Tour
Immerse yourself in Newcastle’s rich past and handsome architecture on a two-hour walking tour of its historical highlights. Learn about the city’s Roman, Norman and mercantile history. Admire Grey’s Monument, Grey Street and the Castle Keep.
Hear about the Victorian entrepreneurs who made Newcastle a powerhouse of the Industrial Revolution. And take in the revamped Quayside, where cutting-edge venues overlook the River Tyne. 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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Your Itinerary
A curated journey through the experience
Grey's Monument
Our meeting point for the tour.
15 minutesGrainger Town
The historic Georgian city centre of Newcastle
15 minutesGrey Street
Discover the story of Newcastle's Grainger town and one of the most beautiful streets in the British Isles.
10 minutesQuayside
Discover where Newcastle began and the story of our bridges on this section of the tour.
15 minutesAll Saints Presbyterian Church
After the quayside, we will show you this fantastic 18th-century building and the events that occurred within its walls.
5 minutesNewcastle Castle
See the historic castle that gave the city its name and learn some of its fascinating stories.
5 minutesNewcastle Cathedral
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.
5 minutesIncluded
- Local guide
- Professional guide
- Tour escort/host
Not Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
Good to Know
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- 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.
- 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.
- Please contact us about any disabilities your group may have. We are able to customise tours for wheelchair and vision impairment
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- 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
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.