What to do in North East England

Activities, attractions and tours

North East England
North East England
North East England
North East England
North East England

North East England Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that North East England has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

North East England is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in North East England to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

North East England Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of North East England.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to North East England attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.


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What to do in North East England


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Newcastle City Center

Newcastle City Center

Enjoy the fantastic nightlife in Newcastle City Center. Northumberland Street is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Monument Station or Haymarket Station to see more of Newcastle-upon-Tyne.

Newcastle City Center
Jesmond

Jesmond

4/5(3 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.

Jesmond
Sunderland City Centre

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.

Sunderland City Centre
Gosforth

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.

Gosforth
Seaburn beach Winter sunrise sunderland uk

Seaburn

4.5/5(4 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.

Seaburn
Roker Lighthouse on the North Pier, Sunderland, UK; Shutterstock ID 508766458

Roker

4/5(1 area review)

Well-liked for its bars and seaside views, you might stop by Stadium of Light and Sunderland Empire while you're exploring Roker and the surrounding neighborhoods.

Roker

 

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