Overview
This is the ORIGINAL NEWCASTLE PUB TOUR!
Enjoy a tour of discover & taste, as we cherry-pick some of the oldest and most iconic pubs in Newcastle!
We look forward to sharing their fascinating tales from amusing anecdotes to serious chat... We’ll also find out about the rise and fall of local brewers like the iconic Newcastle Brown Ale and the recent resurgence of dozens of micro-breweries making Newcastle the go-to place for independent brewers and beer lovers.
Even today, the Geordies are famed for knowing how to have a good night out and the tour will include some more recent favourites.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Snacks
Professional, local tourist guide
No further food or drinks is included in the tour price but can be purchased during your tour.
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Opposite the station on Bewick Street at the bus stops/stands - also drop off for DFDS transfer buses or any of the before mentioned hotels (as your tour is private, we can be flexible).
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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Newcastle Central Station
10 min
Begin your pub tour at one of the most elaborate pubs in the city! Enjoy a quick tasting of a favourite bar snack before moving on.
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15 min
Enter the former red-light district of Newcastle and today one of the hip quarters for beer & beer gardens... Experience one of the traditional pubs here with a first tasting of beer.
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The Bodega
5 min
Enter another pub with some gorgeous interior architecture and stories to tell.
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5 min
Walk past the 13th C. city walls towards Chinatown and St. James Park football stadium!
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15 min
Welcome to the former factory site of Newcastle Brown Ale - your local expert will tell you the history of this famous beer, some tales around the site and what the site is all about today!
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15 min
Walk past the impressive stadium!
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The Strawberry
15 min
Walk past St. James Park football stadium, home to Newcastle United, and stroll past some of the typical stadium pubs fully loaded with black and white memorabilia.
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Grainger Town
15 min
Enjoy a stroll through Grainger Town, Newcastle's beating heart... Hear some fantastic stories about the area, its history and regeneration before exploring one of the hidden gems of this part of town.
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15 min
This is a hidden gem in the city centre and home to several traditional (and very historic) pubs! Enjoy a beer (or alternative drink) here.
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Newcastle Castle
15 min
Walk by the old castle which gives the city its name and into The Bridge Hotel for a real feel of a Victorian traditional pub...
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NewcastleGateshead
30 min
Coming along the riverside, you are in one of the oldest parts of the city and home to some of the best pubs. Enter some of the fabulous drinking taverns here with your local expert and enjoy stories of old and new with a local drink in hand.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/London).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
FAQs about Private Newcastle Pub Tour
Can I cancel Private Newcastle Pub Tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 3–4 hours.
Where does it start?
Opposite the station on Bewick Street at the bus stops/stands - also drop off for DFDS transfer buses or any of the before mentioned hotels (as your tour is private…
What's included?
- Snacks
- Professional, local tourist guide
What's not included?
- No further food or drinks is included in the tour price but can be purchased during your tour.
Which places does it visit?
It visits Newcastle Central Station, The Bodega, The Strawberry, Grainger Town, Newcastle Castle, NewcastleGateshead.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Operated by Newcastle Tour Company
