Things to do with kids in Newcastle: family fun ideas

The North-Eastern city of Newcastle is set on the banks of the River Tyne and is famous for its spectacular bridges.

It's also known for its Premiership football club, Antony Gormley’s Angel of the North statue and the annual Great North Run.

There’s no shortage of fab things to do with kids in Newcastle, starting with its brilliant museums. The Great North Museum: Hancock gives children the chance to get up close and personal with a lifesize dinosaur and a real Egyptian mummy, while Life Science Centre is packed with hands-on science exhibits and live science shows.

A visit to St James’s Park is a must for any football fan, while budding writers can unleash their creativity at Seven Stories, where words and pictures come to life.

The area’s many beaches, including Whitley Bay and Tynemouth Longsands, all have Blue Flag status, plus there are aquariums, cinemas, soft play and petting farms galore: there’s something for every weather.

If you've just become a parent for the first (or second, or third...) time and are looking for things to do, we're here to help with our guide to baby activities in Newcastle. And if it's the time of year to celebrate your child's birthday, our Newcastle parties directory will help you find everything you need, from halls to hire to professional entertainers.

We've also catered for car boot buyers and sellers with our round-up of the best car boot sales in the area, so whether you've got stuff to get rid of or fancy a day rummaging through second-hand bargains, check out our listings today.