Newcastle International Airport 38 min
Durham Castle (29 min)
College in an 11th-century castle offering a B&B with 2 plush suites, plus seasonal casual rooms. Victoria Tunnel Tours (31 min)
Tours of a 19th-century underground wagonway for coal, later used as a WWII air-raid shelter. Sunderland Museum, Winter Gardens (2 min)
Wide-ranging venue including industrial/social history, geology, glass/pottery, art and archaeology. Discovery Museum (29 min)
Interactive local maritime history and science displays, plus the British Film Institute's archive. Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art (27 min)
Vast converted mill with minimalist interiors, hosting temporary shows by contemporary artists. Arbeia, South Shields Roman Fort (22 min)
Remains of a large Roman fort with reconstructed gatehouse and living quarters, plus a small museum. Newcastle Castle (29 min)
Stone fortress, built from 1168 to 1178 and formerly a prison, with views over the city and river. Gateshead Millennium Bridge (32 min)
Iconic modern bridge over the River Tyne, offering separate sections for pedestrians & cyclists. WWT Washington (15 min)
Trails through a large area of wetlands & woodlands sheltering ducks, geese, flamingoes & otters. Durham Cathedral (29 min)
Architecturally innovative Norman CofE cathedral with St Cuthbert's shrine and a treasury museum. Angel of the North (21 min)
A massive statue standing with wings outspread looking out over the Northumbrian countryside. Grey's Monument (29 min)
Monument erected in 1838 to honor the 2nd Earl Grey, featuring a statue of him atop a tall column. Beamish, the Living Museum of the North (31 min)
A recreation of Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian life with costumed staff, plus trams and buses. National Glass Centre (6 min)
Stylish modern centre showcasing contemporary glass, with exhibitions, demonstrations and classes. Tynemouth Priory and Castle (35 min)
Ruined medieval priory and fortress with interactive displays, restored gun battery and sea views. | 
