Buildings in Newcastle upon Tyne
4 famous buildings to visit in Newcastle upon Tyne
Bridge
The Gateshead Millennium Bridge is a modern pedestrian and cyclist drawbridge and one of the symbols of Newcastle. [btn "View hotels with river views" https://www.booking.com/city/gb/newcastle.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-newcastle-millenium] The bridge opened in 2021 and the architectural practice WilkinsonEyre has won several awards for its unique architecture. Amongst locals, the bridge is nicknamed as Blinking Eye Bridge for its eye shape…
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Modern Building
The Glasshouse, a modern building, quickly became one of Newcastle's icons when it opened in 2004. It stands on the banks of the River Tyne on the Gateshead side of the town between the Swing Bridge and the Gateshead Millennium Bridge. The Glasshouse serves as the city's main concert hall and international centre for music education. [btn "View hotels with river views" https://www.booking.com/city/gb/newcastle.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p…
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Cape, Lighthouse, Park, Lookout
Take a trip to the mouth of the River Tyne in the North Sea and enjoy great walks along the coast, relaxing on the grassy plains and benches, and spectacular sea views. [btn "Find a hotel with sea views" https://www.booking.com/city/gb/newcastle.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-newcastle-tynemouth] What to see along the estuary? Lighthouses on the quays protecting the boats entering the river from the waves The stone lighthouse on the north…
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Lighthouse
St. Mary's Lighthouse is one of the best tourist attractions near Newcastle and although it will take around 60-75 minutes to get here from the city centre, we definitely recommend a trip to the lighthouse. The place is especially worth a visit when the weather is nice. If it is raining or foggy, we would skip the visit. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Newcastle" https://www.booking.com/city/gb/newcastle.en.html?aid=2380460;label=p-newcastle-majak…
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