Things to Do in North East England in 2026

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Most popular activities in North East England

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Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh

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Pub and History Tour Durham City

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Durham City Walking Tour

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Pub and History Tour Durham City

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Recommended things to do in North East England

Number of things to do	182
Cheapest thing to do on Expedia	Self-Guided Walking Tour of Bristol with Audio Guide: $6
Top 5 things to do	Windsor Castle, Stonehenge & Bath with Optional Lunch in a 14th-Century Pub Windsor Castle, Roman Baths & Stonehenge Full Day Tour Best of Bath Walking Tours - Georgian Tour Fully Guided Bath Ghost Tours Tootbus Bath Discovery Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Under $25	Fully Guided Bath Ghost Tours St Mary Redcliffe Church Bristol: Guided Tour Luggage Storage in Bristol Shepton Mallet Prison: Self-Guided Tour Bath: Guided Relaxation and Sound Bath
With kids	Windsor Castle, Stonehenge & Bath with Optional Lunch in a 14th-Century Pub Windsor Castle, Roman Baths & Stonehenge Full Day Tour Best of Bath Walking Tours - Georgian Tour Fully Guided Bath Ghost Tours Tootbus Bath Discovery Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

What to do in North East England

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A little known gem within Durham. A lovely walk through the gardens to the Greenhouses

Durham University

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Durham University, during your trip to Durham. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

Alnwick Castle

You can find out about the history of Alnwick with a trip to Alnwick Castle. Amble around this relaxing area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Quayside

Cross a futuristic tilting bridge, peruse artistic centers and relax with a drink in this modern part of the city.

Bamburgh Castle

You can find out about the history of Bamburgh with a visit to Bamburgh Castle. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

St. James' Park

Attend an intense soccer game at one of the United Kingdom’s largest and oldest stadiums. See it perched on a hill in the city center.

Sage Gateshead which includes modern architecture and a city

The Glasshouse

This riverside concert hall of futuristic design is among Europe’s leading venues. Enjoy its spectacular acoustics, divine auditoriums and international acts.

This is a great place to visit in the North of England.

It’s like stepping back in time to visit a town, farm, colliery village and old hall and getting to experience what it was like to live in those places from about 1910 onwards. There are staff who take on the roles of various locals that really bring this place to life.

This picture is from the town where you can explore a bank, shops, pub, dentists and lots of other things as well as ride in traditional vehicles of the time. Such a brilliant experience.

Beamish Open Air Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Beamish Open Air Museum in Beamish. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its lively bars.

Durham Cathedral

Durham Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Durham, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas in this culturally rich area.

Northumberland National Park

Follow in the footsteps of Roman settlers, hike amid breathtaking landscapes and gaze at a starlit sky in England’s least populated national park.

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Newcastle City Center

Historic churches and buildings provide an insight into a bygone era, while the modern shopping centers and music arenas show the Newcastle of today.

Jesmond

4.5/5(6 area reviews)

Popular among students, Jesmond boasts a lively atmosphere with bars, restaurants, and cafes along Osborne Road and Acorn Road. Easily accessible via three Tyne and Wear Metro stations, it's also home to Jesmond Dene woodland and historic churches.

Sunderland City Centre

Well-liked for its restaurants and museums, Sunderland City Centre is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Sunderland Empire and Northern Gallery for Contemporary Art, and jump on the metro at Park Lane Station to get around the city.

Gosforth

Boasting sports facilities like Gosforth Swimming Pool and Newcastle Racecourse, this suburb is also home to Gosforth High Street, featuring local shops, pubs, and cafés. Easily accessible via three Tyne & Wear Metro stations.

Emerson Chambers building in Newcastle City Centre featuring a copper enclosed clock on top.

Grainger Town

While visiting Grainger Town, you might make a stop by sights like Bigg Market and Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal.

Seaburn

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

Seaside resort with sandy blue flag beach, promenades, and amusement arcades, Seaburn offers a variety of dining options around Queens Parade and convenient access to the Tyne and Wear Metro.

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