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Newcastle History Tour

Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
2 hours
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What You Will Do

Immerse yourself in Newcastle’s rich past and handsome architecture on a two-hour walking tour of its historical highlights. Learn about the city’s Roman, Norman and mercantile history. Admire Grey’s Monument, Grey Street and the Castle Keep. Hear about the Victorian entrepreneurs who made Newcastle a powerhouse of the Industrial Revolution. And take in the revamped Quayside, where cutting-edge venues overlook the River Tyne. Every step of the way, you’ll absorb the city’s vibrant atmosphere, rooted in the famously friendly natures of the ‘Geordie’ locals. What 3 Words starting location: ///rotate.angel.monks

What's Included?

  • Local guide
  • Professional guide
  • Tour escort/host

What's Not Included?

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Itinerary

Meeting Point

We meet customers at Grey's Monument in the centre of Newcastle. Your guide will be wearing an Iles Tours branded jacket and will be standing at the top of Grey Street. We ask for all customers to provide a mobile phone number so we can contact you on the day of the tour.

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Grey's Monument

15 minutes

Our meeting point for the tour.

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Additional Information

This activity is operated by Iles Tours
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum age is 7 years
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • We require a contact Mobile/cell phone for all customers to contact you on the day of your tour. This will ensure we can inform you of changes to meeting point or other information prior to your tour.
  • For customers joining us from cruises from the port of Tyne please use the Metro System and take the metro to the 'Monument' metro stop, this is where the tour begins.
  • Please contact us about any disabilities your group may have. We are able to customise tours for wheelchair and vision impairment
  • Due to COVID-19 we ask all customers to maintain social distancing as per the United Kingdom Government guidelines
  • For all other COVID-19 information please visit our website: https://ilestours.co.uk/keeping-you-safe/

Guide Options

  • Guide - English