Historical Tours in Newcastle-upon-Tyne
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From GBP 75Hadrian's Wall Highlights: Scenic Guided Walk with Local Guide
Join us for an unforgettable guided walk along one of the most spectacular stretches of Hadrian's Wall. Starting at The Sill National Landscape Discovery Centre, we'll catch the AD122 bus to Housesteads, with fascinating commentary along the way to make the most of our time on the Wall. Pass the site of Housesteads Roman Fort and its bustling civilian settlement, visit the Sycamore Gap site, explore Milecastles 37 and 39, and enjoy the rare opportunity to walk on the only section of Hadrian's Wall where visitors are permitted to walk on top of the Wall itself. With a maximum of six guests, our relaxed tours include authentic Roman artefacts, local storytelling, spectacular views, photos, videos, a personalised highlight reel and a keepsake to remember your adventure. Walking poles are available. If you're looking for a gentler option, we also offer a 2-mile guided walk with entry to Housesteads Roman Fort.
From GBP 292 Hours Walking Tour in Newcastle Upon Tyne in Italian/English
During this two-hour tour in Italian and English, you will explore Newcastle's city centre with its New Gothic, Neoclassical, Brutalist, and Georgian buildings and learn about the city's unique architecture and illustrious past.
From GBP 12Gruesome Tour of Hexham
Beautiful Hexham’s Ugly Past - Guided Walking Tour “Fascinating to learn just how stinky/violent this picturesque market town was.” “Would totally recommend this if you’ve got an hour.” “Informative, fun, evocative tour” “A fabulous, quirky tour” Explore over 1,000 years of Hexham’s dark history as your guide, an accomplished public speaker and official Hexham Town Crier, brings the past to life. Just arrived in Hexham? Get to know your way around while being entertained. Tour includes: The market square massacre in which 51 were killed. The brutal, life-changing punishments given for trivial offences. The macabre contents that gave the drinking water its ‘distinct’ flavour. How well does your guide know Hexham? They were born and raised in Hexham. They spent eight months researching Hexham’s history. They’re an official Town Crier for Hexham. This tour is: Accessible Dog-Friendly Circular Route A healthy outdoor activity
From GBP 5Newcastle Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt
Newcastle has a castle, a Roman wall, a Victorian covered market, and a bridge that could outshine any city's skyline — let the riddles introduce them all. This app-led scavenger hunt takes you through Newcastle upon Tyne on foot, using phone-based riddles to guide you from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time. • Solve clues at the Grainger Market, St Nicholas Cathedral, and Newcastle Castle — Victorian commerce, medieval faith, and Norman fortitude on one walk • Go at your own pace through Newcastle with no guide and no fixed start time • Great for families, history lovers, and groups of any size Available in 24 languages including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian — see the full list when booking and choose yours when you start the game in the app. Around 2 hours - any group size. The Tyne doesn't take a day off — neither should you.
From GBP 15Votes for Women The Power of Protest Newcastle Walking Tour
‘Votes For Women - The Power of Protest’ Guided Walking Tour. "Recommend the tour to anyone!" "Brilliant evening" "100% recommend this" "Highly recommend!!" ”Brought the stories to life" “So good I did it twice" Join us for a stroll through the vibrant city centre of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, as we reveal a conflict which took place on our streets just a century ago. Through our expert speaker, the past will be ‘brought to life’ Hear the incredible stories of the women who fought for our right to vote. Women who took on the Government. And won. Women who changed the rules on what they were capable of. Women who were ready to die to further their cause. Get your bearings as you pass: Grey Street - England’s most beautiful street. The Bigg Market - With over 20 bars, the heart of Newcastle’s drinking culture. Newcastle Castle - Where the city’s name comes from. Always time for questions and discussion after.
From GBP 140Newcastle Upon Tyne Private Historic Pub Tour With Free Drinks!
Newcastle Uon Tyne is famous around the world for amongst other things, it's great pubs, nightlife and friendly Geordie locals. In fact Newcastle has been voted as having the second best night life and in the rolled behind Rio.... and we're pretty sure they don't have our fantastic pubs! This tour isn't just a pub tour but a history tour also as we explore some of the most beautiful streets in Britain and some back lanes too and learn the incredible history whilst see some of the best sights in Britain including the castle, cathedral and much more. Visit 5 of the best pubs in Newcastle Upon Tyne. Each pub with a special and unique history on this private guided tour with drinks included in each pub! This tour is also very popular for visitors stopping off for a day on a British or European cruise.