Private Tour
Newcastle : Private Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour)
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
Newcastle can sometimes feel like a maze for first-time visitors. Take the mystery out of your visit by exploring with a local on a private walking tour.
This personalized tour allows you to discover the exterior of monuments, including museums, while learning about the city’s history and culture. If you wish to include a museum visit, your guide can customize the itinerary to fit your interests—just let us know in advance.
Your guide contacts you beforehand to understand your preferences, ensuring you see the places you truly want to experience. Perfect for families, solo travelers, or couples, this tour offers insider knowledge, hidden gems, and a deeper connection to Newcastle that you won’t find on your own.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Grainger Town
Grainger Town is the historic commercial centre of Newcastle upon Tyne, England. It covers approximately 36 ha (89 acres). Almost all of Grainger Town is in Newcastle's Central Conservation Area, one of the first designated in England. The area includes a mediaeval 13th-century Dominican friary, pieces of the historic Town Walls, and many fine Georgian and Victorian buildings.
Blackfriars Medieval Friary
Blackfriars is a restored Grade I listed 13th-century friary in Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, England, located in the city centre, close to the city's Chinatown.
What‘s Included
Meet up at your accommodation (If located in the city)
Private Walking Tour
Customization of the tour
Drink or Food ( If you want to have a break during the tour )
Personal expenses
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
3 Hours Walking Tour
Duration: 3 hours
Pickup included
Reviews
19 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A taste of Newcastle
Lori V,,Sep 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Thanks Allina! Wonderful walk around town. So many places to see, so much history. In the afternoon we returned to look more in depth at the Lit and Phil and the castle. Great lunch recommendations!
Fun and fact filled!
Caroline S,,Aug 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Michael made this a fun and fact filled experience. The tour itself was created to meet our needs and preferences and delivered at a pace that seated our group. Not even one pothole in Sight!
Very Disappointing
lmumford,,Aug 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00I fault the tour company for its false advertising. The guide was not a knowledgable local but a recent transplant from another country whose native language was not English. He knew little about the places we visited aand instead relied on reading from his phone or from posted signs at the attractions. We could have done this ourselves on a self-guided tour and saved a ton of money. I don't fault the guide... he did the best he could but because English wasn't his first language he misprounced many words so in addition to not knowing much, we couldn't understand a lot of what he said either. I fault this company for not hiring qualified guides... people who are really from Newcastle and can answer questions about its history. Stay away
Fun and Interesting
BruceC833,,Apr 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Michael was knowledgable and gave us a fun experience. We love learning about places we visit and this certainly fit the bill. We know know that anything of any value in the world started in Newcastle 😂 I’m partially sighted, and amicuael was very helpful in pointing out steps and kerbs as we approached them.
Wonderful guide!
Brian W,,Jan 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A great tour to really understand the true nature of Newcastle. Michael was a proper Geordie that made the tour extremely enjoyable!
Newcastle Brought to Life – A Must-Do Tour with Michael!
Adnimistrator,,Dec 29, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you’re considering a walking tour of Newcastle, don’t hesitate to book with Michael – he’s simply outstanding. From start to finish, this tour was a masterclass in organisation and storytelling. Before the tour even started, the communication was spot on. Michael reached out with clear details about the meeting point, what to expect, and even some tips for making the most of the experience. It was clear from the start that he genuinely cared about creating a great experience. The tour itself was fantastic. Michael’s knowledge of Newcastle is second to none – he doesn’t just know the facts, he brings them to life with his passion and incredible storytelling. He has a way of weaving history, local legends, and fun anecdotes together that keeps you hooked from the very first stop. What really stood out was Michael’s enthusiasm for the city. You can tell he loves Newcastle, and that energy is infectious. Whether you’re a local or visiting for the first time, you’ll walk away seeing the city in a completely new light. The pace of the tour was perfect, and Michael was always checking in to make sure everyone was comfortable. It was well-organised, relaxed, and felt tailored to our group’s interests. If you’re after a tour that’s informative, entertaining, and completely hassle-free, Michael is your guy. Highly recommended!
Nice tour.
Flyingboy58,,Nov 6, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I went on this tour with Micheal. He was very happy. And knew a lot about the city. The tour covers a lot and I learned a lot. It was totally worth doing and well organized. Very nice.
Hilarious, mind-blowing and informative
Tristan C,,Nov 4, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Mike could not have judged things more perfectly. His knowledge was thorough and his delivery both humorous and lively. As a typical cynical Londoner was sceptical when he announced Newcastle as of central importance to the UKs standing today and historically. However he went on to completely justify this claim over the next 3 hours which flew by in telling me about the production of coal; the steam locomotive; the turbine engine; the incandescent lightbulb ( no it wasn’t Edison as he merely patented Swann invention); the first breech loaded gun by Armstrong which was then flogged to both sides in the US civil war. I personally love it to have my preconceived views completely overturned. I just wish I’d been able to persuade my son to join me whilst visiting him but then he s up here as a student with other priorities but at least I have been able to explain to him why his internationally acclaimed engineering degree is based in Newcastle and hopefully he ll join me on the next tour with Mike. He does a ghostie tour as well which I’m eager for on my next northerly visit.
Bryony was a very kind...
Daniela H,,Sep 1, 2024
- Review from Viator
3.00Bryony was a very kind tour guide and showed us by food the places to be in Newcastle. She always asked about our preferences and gave us the time we needed at the places we visited, which was positiv. But during the walk when asked for more facts about the history (not very specifc or deep) or the surrounding and these questions she had to pass the answer. For us, this didn´t bordered us (sometimes we googled ourselves) to much, but that´s the reason why we wouldn´t recommend the tour to others who are more interested in history.
A 3 hour tour ...
C6902AJrobertc,,Aug 21, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Our guide, Michael, was knowledgeable and very well prepared. He presented drawings and maps to help emphasize the wonderful history of all the stops we made during our walk. His local experience, having lived in the Newcastle area of England, was very colorful and passionate.
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