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Entertainment in Newcastle

Things to do in Newcastle

With so many different areas each offering new sights, sounds and experiences, you’ll be amazed at how much is on offer whatever your tastes.

World-class culture, vibrant nightlife, award-winning dining, inspiring heritage, fantastic shopping and acclaimed architecture are linked here, as nowhere else, by the famous Geordie spirit.

Eating out

All tastes and budgets are catered for at the hundreds of restaurants and cafes in and around Newcastle. Spanish, Italian, Mexican, French, Japanese Portuguese, Polish, Mongolian and Indian as well as a la carte or a simple burger. For an authentic Chinese meal, head for Chinatown.

You could even dine in the UK’s oldest dining room at the city’s first –class Blackfriars Restaurant. There are also many restaurants that offer halal and vegetarian delicacies to suit the diverse needs of our student community.

Click here for a list of the best places to eat in Newcastle

Cinema and theatre

There are three major theatres in Newcastle - the Theatre Royal, the Tyne Theatre and the Newcastle Playhouse. All play host to touring plays and local acts.

There is a multi-screen cinema complex at The Gate where you can catch all the latest releases, as well as the Tyneside Cinema which shows art house films as well as cult movies.

Whatever your cultural taste, there will be something to whet your appetite.

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Social life

The Rough Guide hailed a night out in Newcastle as the best of British – and we agree. With several areas around the city centre where the nightlife is bustling, you’ll never be limited for options.

There’s the popular Quayside and new chic establishments around Central Station. And then there’s The Gate a £75million city-centre entertainment venue willed with bars, restaurants, a club, casino and multi-screen cinema.

A short metro ride away is the lively Osbourne Road in Jesmond with a good choice of bars and restaurants, and lots of student life.

Click here for a list of the best bars and clubs in Newcastle

Music venues and concerts

There are plenty of music venues in and around the city, from gig venues such as the Carling Academy, to larger concert venues such as the City Hall, the Sage and the Metro radio Arena.

Recent guests have included Beyonce, Take That, Lady Gaga and Michel Buble. Newcastle is also host to annual Jazz, Asian and Irish festivals.

This includes the annual Newcastle Mela, which promotes Asian arts, music and culture within the North East region.

Click here for a guide on upcoming gigs and performances in Newcastle