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Discovery museum

What:
Attractions

Where:
Blandford Square, Newcastle, NE1 4JA
Nearest metro:
Central Station
Nearest Quaylink stop:
Central Station
Discovery is the North East’s most popular free museum. Discover all about life on Tyneside, from the area’s renowned maritime history to world-changing science and technology. Highlights...
- Café
- Disabled access
- Free entry
- Toilet
National Glass Centre

What:
Attractions, Buildings, Galleries

Where:
Liberty Way, Sunderland, SR6 0GL
Nearest metro:
St Peter's
Housed in a spectacular architecturally designed glass and steel building situated on the north bank of the River Wear in Sunderland, the National Glass Centre is a unique cultural venue and...
- Café
- Disabled access
- Entry charge
- Toilet
Life Science Centre

What:
Attractions

Where:
Times Square, Newcastle, NE1 4EP
Nearest metro:
Central Station
Nearest Quaylink stop:
Central Station
Enjoy a fun-filled, great value day out and feel science come alive with a changing programme of events and activities that will keep you and your family entertained all day. Special offer: £1....
- Café
- Disabled access
- Entry charge
- Special offer
- Toilet
Lit and Phil Library

What:
Buildings

Where:
23 Westgate Road, Newcastle
Nearest metro:
Central Station
Nearest Quaylink stop:
Central Station
Bus services:
Many
Imagine finding a beautiful building in Newcastle, where little has changed since opening in 1825. This independent library is open six days a week, and is the perfect place to relax, browse the...
Monkwearmouth station museum

What:
Attractions, Buildings

Where:
North Bridge Street, Sunderland, SR5 1AP
Nearest metro:
St Peter's
Bus services:
Many
This historic building features many personal stories, evoking fond memories of an age when Monkwearmouth was the main station for the city and the building buzzed with the excitement of...
- Disabled access
- Free entry
Ocean Beach Pleasure Park

What:
Attractions, Leisure

Where:
Sea Road, South Shields
Nearest metro:
South Shields
An exciting choice of white-knuckle thrillers, colourful and imaginative rides for younger children, plus amusements and video games. Open: Arcades and bowling 10am – 10pm, rides are seasonal...
- Disabled access
Gateshead heritage @ St Mary's

What:
Attractions, Buildings

Where:
St Mary's Church, Oakwellgate, Gateahead, NE2 2AU
Nearest metro:
Gateshead
Nearest Quaylink stop:
Hillgate Quay
St Mary’s Church dates from the 12th Century and is a GradeI listed building. For many years it was the only church in Gateshead and has often been described as Gateshead’s ‘mother church’. It...
- Disabled access
- Entry charge
Newcastle United Stadium Tours

What:
Leisure

Where:
St James Park, Strawberry Place, Newcastle, NE1 4ST.
Nearest metro:
St James
Take an amazing journey through the history of the Toon Army. Knowledgeable guides will show you areas you will have never seen before – as well as some very famous ones! Tours every day...
- Disabled access
- Entry charge
- Toilet
Ouseburn valley

What:
Attractions

Where:
Ouseburn valley
Nearest metro:
Byker
One of the most visually attractive, creatively exciting and historically fascinating areas in North East England; through imaginative culture-led regeneration projects the area has been...
Seven stories, the centre for children's books

What:
Attractions

Where:
30 Lime Street, Ouseburn Valley, NE1 2PQ.
Nearest metro:
Manors
Nearest Quaylink stop:
Lime Street
Bringing children’s books to life through interactive exhibitions, creative activities and special events. A great day out for the whole family, Seven Stories is the only place in the UK that...
- Disabled access
- Entry charge

Legend

Café: Café
Disabled access: Disabled access
Discover Pass: Discover Pass
Entry charge: Entry charge
Free entry: Free entry
Special offer: Special offer
Toilet: Toilet