Angel of The North

One of the most famous attractions in North East England is the majestic 20-metre tall Angel of the North. The statue was created by Antony Gormley from 200 tons of steel and is seen by millions of people every year. The monument is located in the south of the city.

• Web:

  www.gateshead.gov.uk/angel

• Address:

  Durham Road, Eighton Banks, Gateshead, Newcastle upon Tyne

Arbeia Roman Fort and Museum

The Arbeia Roman Fort and Museum is an impressive reconstructed fortification with a constantly changing offer of exhibitions of jewels, coins, pottery, weapons, armour, and other archaeological finds seven days a week. The fort was first discovered in the late 19th century.

• Web:

  www.arbeiaromanfort.org.uk

• E-mail:

  info@arbeiaromanfort.org.uk

• Address:

  Baring St., South Shields, South Tyneside

• Phone:

  +44 191 277 1410

• More info:

  Free entry.

BALTIC Centre of Contemporary Art

This renovated flour mill is one of the biggest temporary art spaces in Europe with over 3,000 square metres of art, a cinema/lecture space, a library and an archive for the study of contemporary art. The centre presents a dynamic and ambitious programme of changing exhibitions, events and projects, offering something new with every visit. In addition to its four galleries, the building boasts three different food and drink spaces and a shop, making it a place to eat, drink and relax, as well as somewhere to discover new art.

• Web:

  www.balticmill.com

• E-mail:

  info@balticmill.com

• Address:

  South Shore Road, Gateshead , Newcastle upon Tyne

• Phone:

  +44 191 478 1810

• Opening hours:

  Daily 10.00-18.00 (Tuesdays from 10.30)

Central Arcade

The Central Arcade is located in a beautiful, historic Victorian building with a stunning facade and no less impressive interior. The arcade is well-known for the variety of upper-range brands represented. Please note that the once operational Tourist Information centre inside is closed.

• Address:

  Newcastle upon Tyne

Centre for Life

An ideal activity for a rainy day, the Life Science Centre proves that learning can be fun for the whole family. Next to exhibitions and shows there is a number of 4D simulations, as well as one of the world's largest planetariums (also located on-site).

• Web:

  www.life.org.uk

• E-mail:

  info@life.org.uk

• Address:

  Times Square, Newcastle upon Tyne

• Phone:

  +44 191 243 8210

• Opening hours:

  10.00-17.00 Mon-Sat; 11.00-17.00 Sun.

Genting Casino Newcastle

A visit to Genting Casino Newcastle is ideal if you feel like Blackjack, Roulette and other games and gambling. You will find it conveniently located just behind the Central Station. The bar and restaurant onsite will keep your energy levels high all night.

• Web:

  www.gentingcasinos.co.uk

• Address:

  Forth St. , Newcastle upon Tyne

• Phone:

  +44 191 232 0900

• Opening hours:

  Daily 12.00-18.00

• More info:

  Behind Central Station.