Newcastle upon Tyne

Newcastle upon Tyne Port Guide

Newcastle upon Tyne, England Cruise Port Guide

Welcome to Newcastle upon Tyne, a dynamic city in North East England renowned for its rich industrial heritage, iconic bridges, and warm local hospitality.

Major cruise lines such as Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines, Ambassador Cruise Line, and MSC Cruises frequently visit this vibrant destination on Northern European and British Isles itineraries.

Passengers are drawn to its seamless blend of historic landmarks, contemporary arts, and swift access to dramatic coastal castles and countryside.


Key Newcastle upon Tyne Port Information

Top Attractions & Excursions

One of the top attractions within easy reach of the port is Newcastle Castle, the historic fortress that gave the city its name and offers dramatic skyline views.

Art enthusiasts can stroll across the iconic Tyne Bridge to explore the BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art, set inside a converted landmark flour mill along the Quayside waterfront.

Additionally, taking a brief trip to admire the massive Angel of the North sculpture in nearby Gateshead offers an unforgettable photo opportunity during a day in port.

Last updated on October 18, 2026

Nearby Cities & Attractions

A favorite day trip from the port is the historic city of Durham, located about 20 miles south, famous for the majestic Romanesque Durham Cathedral and medieval castle.

History buffs can explore Hadrian's Wall, a famous UNESCO World Heritage Site located roughly 40 miles west, set amidst sweeping northern countryside.

Closer to the berth, the seaside township of Tynemouth lies just 3 miles away, home to the atmospheric Tynemouth Priory and Castle overlooking the North Sea.

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Port Location

The Port of Tyne International Passenger Terminal is situated in North Shields, approximately 8 miles east of Newcastle city center.

Cruise ships dock directly alongside the quay, eliminating the need for tender boats.

While the terminal building offers a passenger lounge, tourist desk, and small shop, travelers usually rely on cruise line shuttles, taxis, or local transit to access downtown attractions.

Last updated on October 18, 2026

Local Currency

The official local currency is the British Pound Sterling (GBP).

US dollars and Euros are generally not accepted for everyday purchases in local stores or eateries.

Credit and debit cards are universally accepted across shops and restaurants, while ATMs are readily accessible at the cruise terminal and in the city center.

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Safety Considerations

Newcastle upon Tyne is widely regarded as a safe and friendly destination for independent cruise travelers.

Standard travel safety precautions are recommended, such as monitoring personal belongings in crowded shopping precincts and transit hubs.

Violent crime targeting visitors is extremely rare, making self-guided walking tours and public transportation very safe options.

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Weather & Climate

During the primary cruise season from May to September, temperatures are typically mild, averaging between 15°C and 20°C (59°F to 68°F).

Rain showers can occur at any time in northern England, making a light rain jacket or umbrella an essential item for shore excursions.

Long daylight hours during summer months provide ideal conditions for full day sightseeing trips.

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Getting Around

Taxis and ride-sharing services like Uber are readily available at the cruise terminal, taking roughly 20 minutes to reach downtown.

Budget-conscious travelers can use the local Tyne and Wear Metro train system from Percy Main station, located a short taxi ride or 15-minute walk from the terminal.

Guided transport options including an open-top hop-on hop-off bus tour and organized shore excursion coaches also serve the port directly.

Last updated on October 18, 2026

Shopping

The city boasts excellent retail centers, headlined by Northumberland Street and the expansive Eldon Square indoor shopping center.

For unique local goods and food, head to the historic Grainger Market, celebrated for its classic 19th-century architecture and local independent vendors.

Popular souvenirs include regional food items, local Newcastle Brown Ale merchandise, and high-quality British woolens.

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Shore Excursions & Tours

Pilgrims' Path walk across the sands to Holy Island

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Start times for this tour vary by tide, and you will receive your specific slot for this atmospheric low-tide crossing. As you walk across the sands, evoking the journey of early pilgrims to pay respects to St Aidan and St Cuthbert, you may spot Grey seals basking nearby. This one-way walking tour immerses you in stories from Roman times before returning you to the start point by vehicle after free time on Holy Island.

Votes for Women The Power of Protest Newcastle Walking Tour

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Join an expert speaker for a stroll through Newcastle’s vibrant city centre to uncover the incredible stories of the women who fought for the right to vote a century ago. You will see landmarks like the beautiful Grey Street and the historic Newcastle Castle while learning about the suffragettes who took on the government and won. This engaging walking tour brings the past to life and allows ample time for questions and discussion about this pivotal conflict.

Stand Up Paddle Boarding

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You can expect a friendly and relaxed atmosphere where qualified guides assist your learning at your own pace. We provide some of the best equipment available to ensure you have a high-quality experience. The sessions are designed to be full of fun and laughter while you master new skills with professional support.

2 Hour City Tour in Newcastle

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During this two-hour bilingual tour offered in Italian and English, you will explore the diverse architectural styles of Newcastle's city centre. Discover the city's illustrious past as you view a unique mix of New Gothic, Neoclassical, Brutalist, and Georgian buildings. This walking experience offers a deep dive into the history and design that defines this fascinating city.

Highlights of Hadrian’s Wall with Local Guide

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Join us for an unforgettable 4-mile private guided walk along the most stunning sections of Hadrian’s Wall, including the only part where walking on the wall is allowed. Starting at The Sill Discovery Centre, we visit highlights like Housesteads Roman Fort, Sycamore Gap, and Vindolanda to see the famous tablets. We provide walking poles and binoculars for this inclusive journey, which is tailored to your pace and led by passionate locals.

Beamish the Living Museum of the North Private Tour

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This full-day private tour takes you to Beamish, a world-renowned living museum set within 350 acres of beautiful countryside. You will explore a working town filled with people in character, riding authentic trams to visit a coal mine, old schools, and traditional shops like the bakery and printing press. I will provide a convenient pick-up and return service from Newcastle or the station for this immersive journey into the North East's past.

Newcastle Upon Tyne Private Historic Pub Tour With Free Drinks!

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This private guided tour combines Newcastle’s famous nightlife with its incredible history, taking you through beautiful streets and hidden back lanes. You will visit five of the best pubs in the city to enjoy included drinks while learning about the unique heritage of each location. Popular with cruise visitors, this experience showcases top sights like the castle and cathedral alongside the city's celebrated pub culture.

Northumbrian Coastline Food Tour

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Meet at Morpeth Train Station for a full-day food tour along one of England’s most picturesque coastlines. Travel in comfort with an expert guide to charming fishing villages where you will indulge in fresh seafood, including the renowned Lindisfarne oyster, alongside other regional treats. Between tastings, you will uncover Northumberland’s turbulent history and visit the town that is home to one of Britain’s most haunted hotels.

Newcastle Walking Tour: Geordie Culture, Food & Local Stories

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Discover Newcastle the local way on this small-group walking tour that explores Geordie culture, history, and flavours. Your friendly guide will introduce you to iconic sights like Grey Street and the Quayside while sharing local slang and stories. You will also enjoy delicious local food tastings in spots like the Grainger Market, making this perfect for culture seekers and food lovers.

Private Half-day Coastal Tour from Newcastle to Vera’s World

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Embark on a captivating half-day private walking tour that transports you through the filming locations of the beloved TV detective drama "Vera." From the vibrant city of Newcastle to the serene coastal gems of Whitley Bay and Tynemouth, you will explore the picturesque settings that star in the show. Your local guide will provide insights into the unique character of each location, allowing you to explore these stunning landscapes at your own pace.

Halloween Special: Newcastle's Dark Side Walking Tour

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Explore the real dark side of the city on this spine-chilling tour designed to uncover Newcastle's grimmest secrets and mysteries. You will hear stories of stolen corpses, notorious prisons, grave robbers, and witch hunts as you wander the streets. This experience is a special Halloween adaptation of the famous weekly Newcastle True Crime Tour.

Private Newcastle Pub Tour

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Join the original Newcastle pub tour to discover and taste your way through some of the city's oldest and most iconic watering holes. We will share fascinating tales ranging from amusing anecdotes to the history of local brewing, including the rise of Newcastle Brown Ale and the modern micro-brewery scene. This experience also includes visits to recent favorites, proving why Geordies are famed for knowing how to have a good night out.

Hire Land Rover Defender Camper To Tour Northumberland and Beyond

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Explore the region in a unique way by hiring an iconic luxury Land Rover Defender Camper, fully equipped for your adventure. These XS models feature heated leather seats and air conditioning, giving you access to Northumberland, the Lake District, and Scotland from our convenient location. Please note that while these are well-equipped, they remain working vehicles with a rugged driving feel different from modern cars.

Cruise Excursion: Hadrian's Wall & the Roman Frontier

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Immerse yourself in history with this private tour experience that takes you to the highlights along Hadrian's Wall. With a knowledgeable guide by your side, you will discover the region's heritage through a mix of sightseeing and storytelling. The tour includes a short walk along the wall itself, giving you the opportunity to experience life on this ancient frontier.

Newcastle upon Tyne Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour

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Discover Newcastle upon Tyne from a new perspective with this self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt. Using your smartphone, you will solve riddles and clues that lead you to city highlights and hidden gems at your own pace. This experience offers a fun mix of sightseeing and puzzle-solving, all conducted in English.

Tailor-made Walking Tour: Discover Newcastle

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This completely customizable private walking tour allows you to explore the great city of Newcastle based on your personal interests and schedule. Your guide will share the story of 2,000 years of history, focusing on how the city has transformed into a stunning cultural and architectural hub over the last few decades. We can also arrange private transfers from the port or airport for an additional fee to complete your experience.

Local SIM Card

GigSky eSIMs let you get data both on the ship and while in port. Their Cruise + Europe plan and Cruise + World plan both cover Newcastle upon Tyne as well as supported cruise ships. Choose the data allowance and duration that suit your trip, with a 7-day Cruise + Europe plan starting at only $19.99 USD for 1 GB.

Visiting Newcastle upon Tyne Cruise Deals

LOWEST PRICE EVER
14 Night Ijmuiden to Reykjavik cruise
June 30, 2027
Regent Seven Seas Seven Seas Mariner
S M L XL
Ijmuiden → Newcastle upon Tyne → Aberdeen → Invergordon → Kirkwall → Lerwick → Maloy → Eidsdal → Seydisfjordur → Akureyri → Isafjordur → Grundarfjordur → Reykjavik
$10,500
$750 per day
Inside
LOWEST PRICE EVER
7 Night Hamburg to Hamburg cruise
September 5, 2027
Costa Favolosa
S M L XL
Hamburg → Newcastle upon Tyne → Edinburgh → Invergordon → Kirkwall → Hamburg
$1,750
$250 per day
Suite
11 Night London to London cruise
July 25, 2027
Norwegian Star
S M L XL
London → Ijmuiden → Zeebrugge → Newcastle upon Tyne → Edinburgh → Invergordon → Isle of Skye → Belfast → Dun Laoghaire → Paris → London
$4,949
$450 per day
Suite
12 Night London to London cruise
May 4, 2027
Oceania Insignia
S M L XL
London → Newcastle upon Tyne → Edinburgh → Invergordon → Glasgow → Belfast → Dublin → Holyhead → Waterford → Fowey → London
$5,800
$483 per day
Outside
29 Night Barcelona to Copenhagen cruise
June 21, 2027
Crystal Symphony
S M L XL
Barcelona → Cartagena, Spain → Melilla → Tangier → Cadiz → Portimao → Lisbon → Porto → A Coruna → Bordeaux → La Rochelle → Brest → St. Peter Port → Paris → Cowes → Portsmouth → Zeebrugge → Ijmuiden → Newcastle upon Tyne → Edinburgh → Kirkwall → Oslo → Lysekil → Copenhagen → Copenhagen
$16,200
$559 per day
Inside

Upcoming Cruises to Newcastle upon Tyne Cruise Deals

12 Night London to London cruise
May 4, 2027
Oceania Insignia
S M L XL
London → Newcastle upon Tyne → Edinburgh → Invergordon → Glasgow → Belfast → Dublin → Holyhead → Waterford → Fowey → London
$5,800
$483 per day
Outside
37 Night Miami to London cruise
April 9, 2027
Oceania Insignia
S M L XL
Miami → King's Wharf → La Palma → Lanzarote → Tenerife → Funchal → Lisbon → Porto → A Coruna → Bilbao → Biarritz → Bordeaux → St. Malo → St. Peter Port → London → Newcastle upon Tyne → Edinburgh → Invergordon → Glasgow → Belfast → Dublin → Holyhead → Waterford → Fowey → London
$14,449
$391 per day
Inside
66 Night Monfalcone to London cruise
April 17, 2027
Oceania Marina
S M L XL
Monfalcone → Koper → Zadar → Kotor → Corfu → Kefalonia → Catania → Salerno → Rome → Marseille → Barcelona → Palma de Mallorca → Valencia → Cartagena, Spain → Alicante → Motril → Tangier → Cadiz → Casablanca → Portimao → Porto → Lisbon → Porto → Vigo → A Coruna → Gijon → Bilbao → Pauillac → St. Peter Port → Paris → Rotterdam → Ijmuiden → Bremerhaven → Hamburg → Zeebrugge → London → Newcastle upon Tyne → Edinburgh → Aberdeen → Lerwick → Kirkwall → Stornoway → Belfast → Liverpool → Cork → Falmouth, England → London → Skagen → Copenhagen → Stockholm → Helsinki → Tallinn → Riga → Visby → Berlin → Aarhus → London
$38,199
$579 per day
Balcony
43 Night Lisbon to London cruise
May 10, 2027
Oceania Marina
S M L XL
Lisbon → Porto → Vigo → A Coruna → Gijon → Bilbao → Pauillac → St. Peter Port → Paris → Rotterdam → Ijmuiden → Bremerhaven → Hamburg → Zeebrugge → London → Newcastle upon Tyne → Edinburgh → Aberdeen → Lerwick → Kirkwall → Stornoway → Belfast → Liverpool → Cork → Falmouth, England → London → Skagen → Copenhagen → Stockholm → Helsinki → Tallinn → Riga → Visby → Berlin → Aarhus → London
$26,599
$619 per day
Balcony
26 Night London to London cruise
May 27, 2027
Oceania Marina
S M L XL
London → Newcastle upon Tyne → Edinburgh → Aberdeen → Lerwick → Kirkwall → Stornoway → Belfast → Liverpool → Cork → Falmouth, England → London → Skagen → Copenhagen → Stockholm → Helsinki → Tallinn → Riga → Visby → Berlin → Aarhus → London
$17,549
$675 per day
Balcony

Ships in Port Schedule

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Newcastle upon Tyne port location
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Monthly Pricing - Cruises visiting Newcastle upon Tyne

Cruises visiting Newcastle upon Tyne during the peak months of spring and summer are significantly more expensive than the the low season of fall. Overall Newcastle upon Tyne is fairly expensive as a port of call. Look at the chart below for the average cost per day by month.

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Feb
Mar
Apr
$531
May
$670
Jun
$569
Jul
$718
Aug
$570
Sep
$432
Oct
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Dec

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