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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.
![Quayside which includes a bridge, modern architecture and a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/153000/153909-Quayside.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Quayside
Cross a futuristic tilting bridge, peruse artistic centers and relax with a drink in this modern part of the city.
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Northumbria University
The gleaming silver campus in central Newcastle is one of the U.K.’s newest universities. Its students have voted the city the country’s best for students.
![Sage Gateshead featuring modern architecture and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/153000/153310-Newcastle-Upon-Tyne-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
The Glasshouse
This riverside concert hall of futuristic design is among Europe’s leading venues. Enjoy its spectacular acoustics, divine auditoriums and international acts.
![Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal featuring theatre scenes and interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/154000/154489-Newcastle-Upon-Tyne-Theatre-Royal.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal
Enjoy artisanal ice cream between acts at a show in the stylish setting of one of England’s most glamorous and acclaimed theaters.
![Gateshead Millennium Bridge featuring a bridge, a sunset and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/153000/153322-Newcastle-Upon-Tyne-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Gateshead Millennium Bridge
Marvel at the impressive architectural feat of the tilting of this curved bridge and its tall arch allowing boats to pass.
![Castle Keep featuring a city and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/153000/153346-Newcastle-Upon-Tyne-And-Vicinity.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Castle Keep
Visit the tower from which the city takes its name to hear wicked tales of frightening ghouls and life in the dungeon.
![Angel of the North showing outdoor art and a monument](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/153000/153857-Angel-Of-The-North.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Angel of the North
Look up at one of England’s most iconic sculptures welcoming you to the northern part of the country with a warm embrace.
![Chinatown which includes street scenes as well as a large group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/166000/166488-Greater-London-County.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Chinatown
A collection of Asian restaurants and supermarkets create an interesting cultural district in Newcastle’s historic Grainger Town area.
Areas of North Shields
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Tynemouth
Tynemouth is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Tynemouth Castle and Longsands Beach.
- St. James' Park
- Quayside
- Beamish Open Air Museum
- The Glasshouse
- Utilita Arena Newcastle
- Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal
- Stadium of Light
- Newcastle Racecourse
- Gateshead Millennium Bridge
- Angel of the North
- Tyne Bridge
- Diggerland
- Chinatown
- Kingston Park Stadium
- The Gate
- BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art
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