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A mini guide to
Quayside and Gateshead: tips and FAQs
Local know-how and common questions
Local know-how
Tips for visiting
Walk a two-bridge loop
Cross the Gateshead Millennium Bridge to BALTIC and The Glasshouse, then come back over the Tyne Bridge or the Swing Bridge.
Watch the bridge tilt
The Millennium Bridge tilts to let boats pass. Check Gateshead Council or local listings for any scheduled tilts rather than relying on chance.
Climb up to the castle
Stairs and steep lanes such as Castle Stairs link the Quayside with the Castle Keep and Black Gate. Allow for the gradient if you have limited mobility.
Check what is on
Live Theatre, BALTIC and The Glasshouse publish their own programmes. BALTIC has no permanent collection, so exhibitions change through the year.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is Quayside and Gateshead?
Quayside and Gateshead is in Newcastle and Gateshead, England. Seven bridges, two riverbanks and the oldest streets in the city. Nearby stops and stations include Central Station, Monument, Manors.
How long do I need in Quayside and Gateshead?
Half a day, or a full day with the galleries. Allow longer if you plan to eat out or visit several attractions.
What are the highlights?
Highlights include Gateshead Millennium Bridge, Tyne Bridge, Swing Bridge. See the Things to do page for more.
How do I get there?
Nearby: Central Station (Tyne and Wear Metro and National Rail); Monument (Tyne and Wear Metro); Manors (Tyne and Wear Metro); Gateshead (Tyne and Wear Metro). The Getting there page links to the official timetables and journey planners.
Where can I eat and drink?
We list 30 places to eat and drink in and around Quayside and Gateshead, with filters to help you choose.
Where should I stay?
We list 5 hotels and other places to stay nearby. Check availability and prices with each property.
Is Quayside and Gateshead accessible?
Accessibility varies by street, building and venue. Check each attraction or operator’s access information before you travel.
While you are here
Things to see in Quayside and Gateshead
A few of the sights in the area. The Things to do page lists them all, with directions and official links.
Swing Bridge
Grade II* listed swing bridge across the Tyne between the Tyne and High Level bridges, on the site of the Roman and medieval crossings.
High Level Bridge
Two-deck road and rail bridge designed by Robert Stephenson and opened by Queen Victoria in 1849.
Quayside
The north bank of the Tyne below the castle, lined with offices, bars and restaurants, with a riverside path.
Newcastle and Gateshead
More areas to explore
Grainger Town
Classical streets, the Grainger Market, museums and the cathedral
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Ouseburn and Jesmond
A valley of workshops, pubs and children's books, and a wooded dene
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Tynemouth
A priory on the headland, beaches, and the fish quay at North Shields
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- Sallyport Tower: Roger Templeman, CC BY-SA 2.0, source
- Swing Bridge: Tagishsimon (talk) (Uploads), CC BY-SA 3.0, source
- High Level Bridge: Tagishsimon (talk) (Uploads), CC BY-SA 3.0, source
- Quayside: Simon Cobb, CC0, source
- Grainger Town: JimmyGuano, CC BY-SA 4.0, source
- Ouseburn and Jesmond: Mary Carson, CC BY-SA 3.0, source
- Tynemouth: Dposte46, Public domain, source
Photos from Wikimedia Commons, used under the licences shown. All photo credits
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