The scenic city of Newcastle rests on the edge of the River Tyne and acquired its name from the castle originally constructed there in 1080 A.D. by Robert II of Normandy, son of William the Conqueror. Now home to over 200,000 people, Newcastle has developed into a bustling and diverse city that attracts visitors from all over the world. As one of the main cities in England, Newcastle is popular for its nightlife, art, music, sports, Geordie culture, architecture and business culture.
Whilst visiting Newcastle have a stroll along the River Tyne and check out the Tyne Bridge, both are iconic attractions in the city. Visit the oldest music shop in Newcastle at the preserved Victorian Central Arcade. Shopaholics can take a trip to Northumberland Street to find local designer boutiques and international brands. If you'd prefer to see the largest shopping and leisure complex in Europe then visit the Metro Centre, for an array of stores as well as free parking.
For a day trip out of Newcastle head about one hour south until you reach Middlesbrough. Here travellers can visit the classic Victorian landscaped Albert Park located next to Linthorpe Road, the main shopping district. The park features paved pathways, bowling greens, tennis courts, children's play area and boating lake. If you travel north Edinburgh will be the next city on your itinerary. There is lots of historical architecture here including the Edinburgh Castle, Scottish Parliament and St Giles Cathedral. It also boasts majestic green landscapes for visitors to tour and relax amongst.
The vibrant city of Liverpool is about three hours south from Newcastle and has a famous cultural heritage. Visit iconic historical attractions here including the Royal Liver Building and one of the finest neo-classic buildings in Western Europe that features a magnificent church organ, St George's Hall. Beatles fans can visit the only museum in the world that exhibits their instruments and is entirely Beatles themed, The Beatles Story.
Auto Europe's car hire suppliers include InterRent, Europcar and Enterprise.
Supplier depots are conveniently located at Newcastle Airport, Newcastle Railway Station and locations throughout the city. Enter your details in the search form to the left to find the depot that is closest to you.
Newcastle offers over 10,000 parking spaces throughout the city centre that usually cost around £1 - £2 per hour. If you park a 10-minute walk from the heart of the city the cost per hour will be around £0.50. During peak hours the CBD can become congested so make sure you allow extra travel time or alternatively use the Park and Ride system the city offers. Park your hire car at one of the Park and Ride stations for the day and catch the Metro or Bus into the city for around £1 - £3.
Although most suppliers require a credit card for insurance, Auto Europe knows which suppliers have options for travellers who do not have a credit card and are looking to book a car hire with a debit card. Feel welcome to contact Auto Europe with any questions 24/7 and toll-free at 1300 656 601.
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Similar to airplane tickets, car hire rates are constantly changing due to factors such as market demand and the timing of your booking. Despite these variable rates, Auto Europe is still able to offer the best rates in the industry through our unique relationships with top suppliers. To ensure the best rate for your car hire, we recommend you book as early as possible and Auto Europe even offers a price match guarantee, so if the rate of your booking lowers before the time of pick-up - we will match that lower rate.
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