Newcastle upon Tyne campsites

Want to explore the city, why not take a walking tour of Newcastle and scratch beneath the surface of the northern city to discover its history. With a guide, you'll go right into the historical heart of Newcastle to learn how the original settlement developed into the city it is today.

Or see the best of Newcastle's Victorian and contemporary neighbourhoods on a 1-day hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour. With your pass, design your ideal itinerary with 17 possible stops including St. James' Park, The Biscuit Factory and Gateshead Millennium Bridge.

The Great North Museum, Hancock is the place to visit to find out more about Newcastle's history, which goes way back to the Romans. Don't forget to visit the mummies and animal exhibits too.

Find one of the city’s major landmarks, there are 164 steps up to the top, but the view from Grey's Monument over the historic Grainger Town is worth the effort to see the whole city.

Speaking of landmarks, here’s a few to look out for... The Angel of the North has been welcoming people to the North East since it was constructed in 1998. The Cathedral Church of St Nicholas is the most northerly cathedral in England, and it’s unusual 15th century lantern spire is a noted landmark. It’s Catholic counterpart, The Church of St Thomas the Martyr, is a fine example of Gothic architecture.

See what lies beneath Newcastle's streets, it’s dark, damp and a little bit chilly but the Victoria Tunnel was reopened in 2010 after a major restoration. During the war it was an air-raid shelter, and now you can take a guided two-hour tour, given by volunteers.

Why not entertain the kids and visit some super science museums. The area's maritime, scientific and technological breakthroughs are the main focus at the free Discovery Museum. The Live Science Centre is part of a self-sustaining science village and you can easily spend a day exploring all the different zones. You can do proper experiments, experience the 4D Motion Ride and young children even have their own special zone to get them into science from the start.

Budding writers will love Seven Stories where words and pictures come to life with interactive exhibitions, storytelling sessions and all sorts of crafty activities, while sports can take a behind-the-scenes tour of Newcastle United's St James' Park, or get hands-on with a climbing lesson at Climb Newcastle - just remember not to look down!

Looking for green spaces, look no further than Jesmond Dene. It’s a unique haven of peace and tranquillity, made up of a narrow-wooded valley that follows the river Ouseburn between South Gosforth and Jesmond Vale. It provides an important wildlife corridor right into the centre of Newcastle. There is a spectacular mix of native and exotic trees, and the Dene is home to a lot of wildlife, notably the kingfisher, the red squirrel and many woodland birds.

Or visit Saltwell Park, one of Britain's finest examples of a Victorian Park. It encompasses 55 acres of landscapes, woodland and ornamental gardens as well as public sports facilities, a refreshment house, a lake, play areas, bowling greens, Saltwell Towers, the animal house, an education centre and a maze. 

Lovers of the great outdoors should head to Washington Wetland Centre to encounter all sorts of wildlife from mini-beasts to their resident hunting sparrow hawk, or get your hands dirty Down at the Farm, an award-winning farm adventure park for the whole family. From pony rides, mini keeper tours, mini beast shows and snake shows to real quad bikes, barrel train & tractor rides, this place has something for everyone.

Still looking for more, there are many great attractions to visit nearby too. Belsay Hall and Gardens, the coastal town of South Shields and the cities of Sunderland and Durham are within convenient traveling distance for day trips from Newcastle.