Ouseburn Viaduct, Newcastle upon Tyne

#89 among attractions in Newcastle upon Tyne

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Ouseburn Viaduct carries the East Coast Main Line over the Ouseburn Valley through the East End of Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Designed by architects John and Benjamin Green, it was originally built in the late 1830s for the Newcastle and North Shields Railway. It is a Grade II* listed building. ()

Opened: 18 June 1839 (185 years ago)Coordinates: 54°58'29"N, 1°35'33"W

Address

Ouseburn RdOuseburnNewcastle upon Tyne United Kingdom

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+44 191 232 3698

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Day trips

Ouseburn Viaduct – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, Gateshead Millennium Bridge, Sage Gateshead, Live Theatre.

0.4 miSW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, Newcastle upon Tyne
12 min walk • Nestled on the banks of the River Tyne in the vibrant city of Newcastle upon Tyne, the Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art stands as a beacon of modern creativity. This dynamic museum, housed in a converted industrial flour mill, has established itself as a premier...
0.4 miSW
Contemporary pedestrian and cyclist bridge
Gateshead Millennium Bridge, Newcastle upon Tyne
12 min walk • The Gateshead Millennium Bridge, a striking testament to modern engineering and design, stands proudly as a beacon of innovation in the city of Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom. This distinctive bridge, which spans the River Tyne, is not only a practical pedestrian...
0.6 miSW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Sage Gateshead, Newcastle upon Tyne
16 min walk • Nestled on the banks of the River Tyne, the Sage Gateshead stands as a contemporary beacon of music and culture in the city of Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom. This iconic music venue, with its striking curvilinear design, has been an integral part of the city's...
0.6 miSW
Theater, Concerts and shows
Live Theatre, Newcastle upon Tyne
16 min walk • Live Theatre, nestled along the vibrant Quayside of Newcastle upon Tyne, stands as a beacon of contemporary drama and artistic innovation in the heart of the city. This intimate venue, known for its commitment to new writing, has become a pivotal platform for both...
0.6 miW
Museum, History museum
Holy Jesus Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne
17 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Newcastle upon Tyne, the Holy Jesus Hospital stands as a testament to the city's rich history and cultural heritage. This historic site, now functioning as a museum, offers visitors a unique glimpse into the lives of Newcastle's citizens...
0.7 miW
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle upon Tyne
18 min walk • The Laing Art Gallery in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, is located on New Bridge Street. The gallery was designed in the Baroque style with Art Nouveau elements by architects Cackett & Burns Dick and is now a Grade II listed building.
0.4 miSW
Museum, Art museum, Modern art museum
The Biscuit Factory, Newcastle upon Tyne
12 min walk • The Biscuit Factory is a Contemporary art gallery in Newcastle upon Tyne. The Gallery opened in 2002 after undergoing major renovation work. It is the largest commercial art, craft & design gallery in the UK. The gallery's home is a former Victorian warehouse, constructed in 1870.
0.7 miW
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Newcastle City Hall, Newcastle upon Tyne
19 min walk • The Newcastle City Hall is a concert hall located in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. It has hosted many popular music and classical artists throughout the years, as well as standup and comedy acts.
0.7 miSW
Church, Sacred and religious sites
All Saints' Church, Newcastle upon Tyne
17 min walk • All Saints' Church is a late 18th-century church in Lower Pilgrim Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, England, which replaced a medieval church on the same site. All Saints' Church is the only elliptical church building in England, the third tallest religious building in Newcastle and the ninth-tallest structure in the city overall.
~90 ftSE
Museum, Art museum, Visitor center
Seven Stories, Newcastle upon Tyne
1 min walk • Seven Stories, the National Centre for Children's Books is a museum and visitor centre dedicated to children's literature and based in the Ouseburn Valley, Newcastle upon Tyne, close to the city's regenerated Quayside.
~1090 ftW
Church
St Dominic's Church, Newcastle upon Tyne
6 min walk • St Dominic's Church, formerly St Dominic's Priory Church, is a Roman Catholic Parish church in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. It was built from 1869 and opened in 1873. It was founded by the Dominican Order. It is located on New Bridge Street, east of Manors railway station, in the Ouseburn area of Newcastle.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Ouseburn Viaduct open?

Ouseburn Viaduct is open:

Monday 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Tuesday 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Wednesday 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Thursday 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Friday 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Saturday 9:30 am - 4:30 pm
Sunday 9:30 am - 4:30 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Ouseburn Viaduct?

Nearby attractions include Seven Stories, Newcastle upon Tyne (1 min walk), Byker Bridge, Newcastle upon Tyne (2 min walk), Byker Viaduct, Newcastle upon Tyne (3 min walk), Ouseburn Valley, Newcastle upon Tyne (3 min walk).

How to get to Ouseburn Viaduct by public transport?

The nearest stations to Ouseburn Viaduct:

Bus

New Bridge Street-St Dominics-W/B • Lines: 62, 63 (6 min walk)
Shields Road • Lines: 18, 62, 63 (9 min walk)

Light rail

Manors • Lines: Yellow (13 min walk)
Byker • Lines: Yellow (13 min walk)

Train

Manors (14 min walk)
Newcastle (28 min walk)