Newcastle

With plenty of fun, free activities and discounted days out for those looking for a bargain, Newcastle is a city of character and culture – and is not to be missed! 

Save yourself up to 65% on rail travel by purchasing an advance purchase ticket with Northern. Available up to 12 weeks in advance, and with last minute bargains available 15 minutes before travel, you can save yourself some extra spondoolies to enjoy while you are on your trip.

Visit National Rail to find out the list of dates currently available for booking our Advance tickets.

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Take in the River Tyne... 

Start your day trip to Newcastle with a walk along the famous Quayside. Home to a host of bars, restaurants and countless opportunities for the ‘gram, Quayside is also a place to absorb the history of this fantastic northern city.

Opened in 2014 and added to every year, The Newcastle Walk of Fame, also known as the Local Heroes Trail, lies along Quayside and offers celeb-spotters the opportunity to celebrate the most inspiring people from the city, with bronze plaques along the footpath.

Expand your mind and senses…

At just a 7 minute walk from the station and with entry for free, the Discovery Museum showcases the best of Tyneside’s vast heritage over multiple floors. Crammed with extensive exhibitions and interactive displays, the Discovery Museum is a true family favourite with something for curious children and adults alike.

Feast your eyes upon an internationally acclaimed collection at Laing Art Gallery. With free entry you can delight in some of Britain’s best oil paintings, watercolours and ceramics. There’s something for everyone at the Laing Art Gallery – including an interactive learning space for under 5s to play.

Immerse yourself in history...

Take a trip to visit Newcastle Cathedral and uncover the rich heritage and history of this peaceful place of worship. Founded in 1091, the cathedral can be found right in the city centre and only a six minute walk from the train station.

The Literary & Philosophical Society, affectionately known as the Lit and Phil library, is just 5 minutes away from the station and, despite being right in the city centre, is a place of silence and tranquillity – perfect for taking some time to explore their 170,000 books of both classics and modern gems.

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Shop 'til you drop...

If shopping is more your thing then Grainger Market is a fabulously place to go. Hosting over 100 multicultural vendors, selling everything from fruit and vegetables to antiques, the bustling atmosphere is hard to beat and you’re sure to snap up a bargain!

If you love taking a trip to an outdoor market then Quayside Sunday markets is the place for you. A standing feature of the city, the markets have been part of local culture since the 1700s. With stalls selling everything from handmade jewellery to fresh food and more, even if you’re not buying, it’s well worth a visit to soak up the atmosphere and enjoy performances from the many street artists which make the Sunday markets such a special weekly event.

Feel the wind in your hair

Want to take in the city of Newcastle from two wheels? Take your bike on the train and explore the city at speed. A recent investment in the city saw 16km of new cycle routes built, with more to come. 

And if you fancy parking your bike at the station you can do so for free – perfect for helping you Go Do Your Thing For Less.

Read more about taking your bike on the train with Northern. 
 

Did you know?

Our trains are dog-friendly! We love to welcome our four-legged friends on board so why not take the whole family on a pawsome adventure to Newcastle?