Landmark
Gateshead Millennium Bridge
The pedestrian 'blinking eye' bridge across the Tyne, which tilts upwards to let boats pass. Watching a scheduled tilt is a free, quick thrill for children and links the Quayside to BALTIC.
📍 Gateshead, North East
Visitor information
- Ages
- 0–16+
- Typical visit
- Half day
- Address
- Between Newcastle Quayside and Gateshead Quays (by BALTIC)
- Opening times
- Hours change through the year — check the official website for current hours.
Family facilities
Last checked 7 Oct 2026
- AccessibilityLevel pedestrian/cycle bridge.
A guide, not a guarantee. Shown only where the venue or a trusted source has told us. Not listed doesn't mean not available — check with the venue if it matters for your visit.
What's on near Gateshead Millennium Bridge
Everything we list here and within half a mile, in one place.
Also here
Baltic Centre for Contemporary ArtMuseumNewcastle CastleCastleNewcastle CathedralLandmarkSeven StoriesMuseumStepney Bank StablesOtherThe Newcastle Spy Mission Treasure TrailTrails & treasure huntsVictoria TunnelLandmarkVue GatesheadTheatrePast events here (1)
Most of these come round again — worth looking out for next time.
Make a day of it
Gateshead Millennium Bridge is a stop on this planned day out, with timings, lunch and what's nearby.
Tumble lists this attraction for discovery only — we're not affiliated with it and earn nothing from your visit. Always check the official website for the latest opening times, prices and booking requirements.