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Colloquially known as Newcastle, Newcastle upon Tyne sits on the estuary of the River Tyne and serves Northumberland as the county's principle city with a metropolitan population estimated at one million people. As one of the chief cities of Britain, Newcastle has the full lot of modern entertainment venues that include concert arenas, impressive shopping centres, historical districts, multiple museums, and even internationally recognized art galleries and theatres, as well.
Transportation in Newcastle
Newcastle's transportation infrastructure is unparalleled in the region. The city is well serviced by the light rail Tyne and Wear Metro as well as numerous bus routes to city centre and the quays. The taxi service in Newcastle is yet another means of travel. And the Newcastle International Airport offers domestic and international flights to the continent.
You can arrive in Newcastle via the East Coast Main Line if you would prefer to travel to the city by rail. But if you prefer motoring across the countryside, you can reach greater Newcastle via the A1 or the A69.
Attractions in Newcastle
Once you have arrived in the city, you will find that Newcastle's city centre has literally hundreds of listed landmarks in the Grainger Town district. A short distance away, Newcastle Quayside beckons first-time visitors to indulge in a long day of retail therapy. And the Eldon Square Shopping Centre is said to be the largest such retail centre in the entire country.
After historical sites and thousands of city centre shops, first-time visitors to Newcastle have the opportunity to enjoy cuisine from all parts of the world in the cities restaurants and pubs. And after dark, Newcastle's nightlife is reputedly second only to London as the choice destination for revellers young and old alike.
Fans of sport simply must attend a football match at Saint James' Park, home of the premier league club Newcastle United. And the Newcastle Falcons rugby team draws thousands of ravenous fans to the pitch, too.
Also, cultured travellers have the opportunity to enjoy fully-staged theatrical productions in Newcastle's Theatre Royal, which traces its heritage to the late 18th century. And the aforementioned museums and art galleries are well worth a mention, as well.
Lodgings in Newcastle
Newcastle accommodations are as highly rated as other major cities in Britain. And several of the more luxurious establishments rank among the best in the entire country. Book a stay at one of the accommodations along the river if you are in search of a scenic panorama of the city. Or if you prefer a discreet place to stay, look to book a room at one of the establishments on the north-west side of the city.
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