Newcastle Art and Architecture Private Walking Tour

Discover the prominent but also hidden art galleries of NewcastleGateshead – explore the classic Laing as well as the contemporary BALTIC Arts Centre…
Your guide will be able to give you some great insights in the city's art scene and also build a story of the city in art form...

Appreciate some of the smaller and special exhibition galleries dotted around the city centre

All entries are subject to opening times and availability.

Meeting Point

Grey's Monument

150 Grainger St, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 5AF, UK

Right next to the large monument (not to be missed) - opposite Pret-a-Manger on the square

What to expect:

Duration: 2 hours

Grey's Monument

26 Grey Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 6AE

Built in 1838 it forms the centre-piece of Grainger Town, the classical heart of the city

Pass by without stopping

Laing Art Gallery

New Bridge Street, , Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8AG

The gallery was designed in the Baroque style with Art Nouveau elements by architects Cackett and Burns Dick and is now a Grade II listed building. It was opened in 1904. Visit inside and discover the history of the city in art form as well as some major pieces of art from locals to international artist. Subject to opening times (closed on Sundays).

30 minutes

The Stand Comedy Club, Bar & Kitchen

31 High Bridge, , Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1EW

The Stand Comedy Club is an awesome comedy location in a superb part of town. Baltic 39 is a vibrant community of practising artists, academics and researchers located on High Bridge in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne - this can only be visited if exhibitions are open.

Pass by without stopping

The Glamorous Owl

2 Old George Yard, High Bridge, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1EZ

One of the greatest shops selling only local arts & crafts - chat to one of the proprietors about their work (when available).

5 minutes

Newcastle Cathedral

St Nicholas Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1PF

Visit St. Nicholas Cathedral and discover a hidden gem in the heart of the city. Explore the building with your guide.

10 minutes

Side Gallery

5-9 Side, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 3JE

Open Tuesday to Sunday only, this is a hidden secret and includes some fantastic, ever-changing and relevant-to-today art exhibitions.

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Bessie Surtees House

Bessie Surtees House 41-44 Sandhill, Quayside, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 3JF

Open Monday to Friday only, this is a fine example of an Elizabethan home and your guide will explain the wonderful story behind Bessie and her boyfriend...

15 minutes

Trinity Maritime Centre

29 Broad Chare, Quayside, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 3DQ

Trinity House emerged in the 16th century as a guild formed by the City's seafarers. For the past 500 years it has occupied premises in Broad Chare on the Newcastle's Quayside, from which it continues to provide a combination of professional and charitable maritime services.

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Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art

Gateshead Quays South South South Shore Road, , Gateshead, NE8 3BA

Housed in a landmark industrial building on the south bank of the River Tyne, BALTIC presents an ever-changing calendar of dynamic, diverse & international contemporary visual art exhibitions and events. Visit and learn more about the building and the arts inside...

30 minutes

The Glasshouse International Centre for Music

St. Marys Square, Gateshead Quays, Gateshead, NE8 2JR

A music centre rooted deeply in the North, with an international profile. Visit whilst passing through (subject to opening times).

5 minutes

The Tyne Bridge

A167, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE8 2BE

7 bridges span the river Tyne - explore some of these in more depth...

Pass by without stopping

What's included:

• Local tour guide