Amazing there is a lovely museum in downtown Newcastle. Just minutes walking from Train Station. With variety topics and suitable for both kids and adults.

Amazing museum. I really liked how it takes you through Newcastle’s full history, with a strong focus on engineering, especially shipbuilding and innovations by Armstrong and others. Entry is free and I would highly recommend visiting if you enjoy history or you’re an engineering student; there’s plenty on ships, engines, and general science. There are lots of interactive exhibits too, including audio pieces that let you hear perspectives from different eras.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Great museum and a fantastic place to visit in Newcastle! The exhibitions are really interesting, especially the sections about local history and science. It’s interactive, family-friendly, and perfect for both adults and kids. The staff were welcoming, and entry is free. It’s well organized and not too overwhelming, so you can enjoy everything at a relaxed pace. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in Newcastle!

A fantastic museum that is definitely worth visiting! From the entrance, you’re welcomed by friendly staff who are happy to help and guide you. It’s very convenient that there are lockers for your belongings, as well as drinking water stations. The museum is also accessible, with ramps and facilities for visitors with reduced mobility. The museum is quite large — 3 floors with different galleries and exhibits, all well-organised by theme. There are many interesting displays with detailed descriptions, helping you dive deeper into the history of the city and beyond. There are also plenty of interactive activities, making it enjoyable for both adults and children. You can easily spend 2–3 hours here without noticing how fast time passes. And best of all — the museum is completely free to visit!

Free public museum with lots of info about North East history and contributions to various industries. Lots of great kid friendly areas and exhibits. Good spacious cafe with great service, a bit letdown by quality of food and drinks available which could easily be improved. All in all a great family friendly museum with lots going for it. Would recommend and suggest donating to keep these kinds of charming places running for the public and will be visiting many times to explore more of it 👍🏽