Newcastle sits on the north bank of the River Tyne in north east England, a port and university city. What defines it is the skyline: seven bridges stand side by side on one bend of the river, and the best known of them, the Tyne Bridge, was the longest single span steel arch in the world when it opened in 1928. Gateshead lies on the south bank and the two sides are a short walk apart. The centre holds the nineteenth century stone frontages of Grainger Town, while the quayside has art venues converted from old warehouses.
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See flights to Newcastle upon Tyne →When to visit Newcastle upon Tyne
Late May to September brings the clearest weather and the longest days, with June and July around 20C. Winters are cool and wet, though the centre is compact enough to visit year round.
Things to do in Newcastle upon Tyne
Tyne Bridge
The steel arch that has become the city's emblem links Newcastle with Gateshead. It is open to pedestrians, and from beneath the arch the river's six other bridges line up in a single view.
Gateshead Millennium Bridge
This pedestrian bridge, opened in 2001, tilts sideways like an eyelid to let ships pass. The tilt happens at set times of day and is watched from the quayside.
Angel of the North
Antony Gormley's steel figure stands 20 metres tall with a 54 metre wingspan, on a hillside south of Gateshead. It is about 8 kilometres from the city centre.
Grainger Town and Grey's Monument
The stone fronted streets laid out by Richard Grainger in the nineteenth century form the city centre. The curve of Grey Street and the column of Grey's Monument at its head are the most photographed part.
Newcastle Castle
The Norman castle that gave the city its name survives as a keep and a gatehouse. The keep's roof looks over the river bend and the bridges, and the building stands right beside the railway line.
BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art
A former flour mill on the Gateshead bank was converted into a contemporary art centre in 2002. The top floor viewing box takes in both banks of the Tyne, and entry is free.
Flights from Turkey to Newcastle upon Tyne
A direct flight from Istanbul to Newcastle takes about 4 hours 30 minutes. Direct services from Antalya and Dalaman are more frequent over the summer, operated by SunExpress, Corendon and easyJet.
Newcastle upon Tyne FAQ
How many days do you need in Newcastle?
Two full days cover the centre and the quayside. Adding the Angel of the North and the Gateshead side makes three days a comfortable pace.
How far is the airport from the city centre?
Newcastle Airport is about 10 kilometres from the centre. The Metro line connects the airport directly to the city and the journey takes around 25 minutes.
How do you get around Newcastle?
The Tyne and Wear Metro links the centre, the airport and the coastal towns. The centre and the quayside are within walking distance, though the hill down to the river is steep.
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