3 Best Places To Visit in North Tyneside

Expert-recommended Top 3 Places To Visit in North Tyneside, UK. All selected places to visit undergo rigorous 50-Point Inspection, assessing reviews, reputation, history, price, proximity, and more to ensure excellence. No Pay-to-Play!

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SEGEDUNUM ROMAN FORT & MUSEUM

Buddle Street, North Tyneside NE28 6HR, UK Directions

Since 2000

Learning Group and School Visits Educational Collections Roman Bath House Evening Functions Talks and Tours Displays Meetings Primary and Secondary School Higher Education Filming Gift Shops Workshops & Communities

Segedunum Roman Fort & Museum preserves the remains of Segedunum, a Roman fort at the eastern end of Hadrian's Wall. Segedunum Roman Fort & Museum includes a 35-metre viewing tower and an interactive museum. The museum is built near the banks of the Tyne River, Segedunum formed the easternmost section of Hadrian's Wall and served as a garrison for nearly 300 years, from around 122 AD to 400 AD. The fort stood as a symbol of Roman rule and a defense against barbarian attacks. The wall was later extended further east around 127 AD. Segedunum Roman Fort & Museum showcases objects discovered during excavations, and the large observation tower offers panoramic views of the area.

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Price:

DAY TICKET:
Adults£3.98
Concessions£2.98

Contact:

01912 784217

Mon-Sun: 10am - 5pm

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TYNEMOUTH AQUARIUM

Grand Parade, Tynemouth, North Tyneside NE30 4JF, UK Directions

Since 1878

Aquatic Creatures Birthday Party Exhibits Entertaining Talks and Feeding Displays Mazonian Features Shop & Cafe

Tynemouth Aquarium features shark and stingray display tanks, regular seal shows, monkeys, and a café. Visitors can have close encounters with hundreds of fascinating aquatic creatures, including clownfish, seahorses, and elegant stingrays, as well as playful seals. Tynemouth Aquarium also showcases fantastic Amazonian exhibits with monkeys and reptiles. Visitors can enjoy a full schedule of exciting sessions, entertaining talks, and feeding displays throughout the day. Tynemouth Aquarium offers free entry for children under the age of 3.

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Price:

Standard£17.25
Junior (3 – 12 years)£11.95
Concessions (65+ & students, proof req.)£16.20
Family of 4 (2 Standard and 2 Junior)£55.40
Groovy Grandparents (2 Concession + 2 Junior)£54.30

Contact:

01912 581031

Mon-Sun: 10am - 4pm

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THE OLD LOW LIGHT

Clifford’s Fort, North Shields Fish Quay, Tyne and Wear, North Tyneside NE30 1JE, UK Directions

Since 2015

Guided Walks Classes Interactive and Craft Workshops Artefacts Heritage Gallery Lighthouse Special Events Talks Educational Programs Events and Activities Exhibition Learning Area Venue Hire Self-Led Visits Community Space Social Activity Children’s Party Gift Shop & Cafe

The Old Low Light is the oldest surviving occupied building and the Heritage Museum was established in the first half of the 16th century by Trinity House, Newcastle, to ensure safe navigation through the treacherous mouth of the River Tyne. In the early 19th century, the building was converted into an almshouse. In the 20th century, it served as a training facility for the Deep Sea Fisheries Association and later the Maritime Volunteer Service. Today, The Old Low Light hosts exhibitions, special events, forums, guided walks, and lessons. The venue offers exhibition space, a learning area, unique hire spaces for special occasions, and a base for guided walks and classes. Additionally, it features a shop with local crafts and products, a café, and an outdoor activity area. The Old Low Light offers free admission for children under 16 years old.

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Price:

Per Adult£4
Children under 16 years: Free

Contact:

0191 258 40 87 01912 574506

Tue-Sat: 10am - 3pm
Mon & Sun: Closed

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