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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Newcastle_upon_TyneNewcastle upon Tyne - Wikipedia

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   Newcastle upon Tyne, or simply Newcastle (/ nj uː ˈ k æ s əl / ⓘ new-KASS-əl, RP: / ˈ nj uː k ɑː s əl / ⓘ NEW-kah-səl), is a city and metropolitan borough in Tyne and Wear, England. It is England's northernmost metropolitan borough, located on the River Tyne's northern bank opposite Gateshead to the south.

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3. www.britannica.com › place › Newcastle-upon-Tyne-EnglandNewcastle upon Tyne | England, Map, History, & Facts

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   Jun 19, 2024 · Newcastle upon Tyne, Northumberland, England. The settlement dates from the Roman period, when a fort was built on a site close to the present Tyne Bridge. The district and its name derive from a Norman castle built in 1080 by Robert II, the eldest son of William I the Conqueror.

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4. www.visitnortheastengland.com › places › newcastleOfficial tourist information for Newcastle - Visit North East...

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   VisitNewcastle, a vibrant eclectic, buzzing city. Visit the Tyne Bridge, St James’ Park, Eldon Square, Laing art gallery, great north run, bars and restaurants.

5. www.planetware.com › newcastle-upon-tyne-eng-tw-nut14 Top-Rated Tourist Attractions in Newcastle upon Tyne

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   • See the Historic Tyne Bridges. Today, a total of seven bridges span the River Tyne in and around Newcastle. Three of them are famous internationally for their revolutionary approach to bridge building that they enshrined.
   • Take a Stroll along the Millennium Bridge. Crossing the River Tyne via the spectacular Gateshead Millennium Bridge on foot (or on bike) is one of the top free things to do for visitors when visiting the Newcastle area.
   • Explore the Historic Quayside District. The Quayside district around the Tyne and High Level Bridges has been redeveloped, and many of the old houses here are now hotels, shops, and restaurants.
   • Visit Newcastle's Castle. North of Newcastle's High Level Bridge on St. Nicholas Street, the well-preserved Norman fortified tower bears testimony to the "New Castle" begun in 1080 and completed in 1172.

6. www.visitbritain.com › england › newcastle-upon-tyneNewcastle Attractions & Places to Visit | VisitBritain

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   Why we love Newcastle upon Tyne Linked by no fewer than seven bridges around a bustling quayside, Newcastle and Gateshead form one vibrant place to visit. Overlooked by Britain’s biggest sculpture – the iconic Angel of the North, it’s where centuries-old history and heritage meets green innovation.

7. www.tripadvisor.co.uk › Attractions-g186394Things to Do in Newcastle upon Tyne - Tripadvisor

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   Things to Do in Newcastle upon Tyne, England: See Tripadvisor's 358,980 traveller reviews and photos of Newcastle upon Tyne tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in July. We have reviews of the best places to see in Newcastle upon Tyne. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.

8. visitnewcastle.comVisit Newcastle upon Tyne

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   Newcastle upon Tyne is a true regional capital that clings to the north bank of the River Tyne that hosts seven city bridges. The most famous of these bridges is perhaps the great arched suspension bridge that carries the A1.