Tyne & Wear boasts dozen of superb visitor attractions. A visit to any one of them is recommended.

Discover some highlights

  • Tynemouth Priory & Castle

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    Wander the soaring ruins of this dramatic 13th Century priory church, set on a steep headland between the River Tyne and the North Sea.

    Go to the Tynemouth Priory & Castle page

  • National Glass Centre

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    Enjoy an ever-changing programme of exhibitions, live glass blowing,and a stunning restaurant overlooking the River Wear.

    Go to the National Glass Centre page

  • Bede's World

    Bede's World

    Discover the exciting world of the Venerable Bede, early medieval Europe's greatest scholar. Church, monastic site, museum and Anglo-Saxon farm.

    Go to the Bede's World page

  • Blue Reef Aquarium

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    The ultimate undersea safari, Blue Reef Aquarium brings the magic of the undersea world alive.

    Go to the Blue Reef Aquarium page

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NewcastleGateshead, Sunderland, South Tyneside and North Tyneside has a wide range of wonderful activities, events, festivals and heritage for you to discover; whatever the weather, all year round.

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