The North East is chocka-block with a great range of places to visit and things to do – from museums and funfairs to coastal views and National Trust spots.
There’s no time like the present to further explore the region and make the trip to some new attractions.
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But if you haven’t yet decided where to go, we turned to the readers to shout out their favourite tourist spots for a visit with the family.
Needless to say, the following places are just a small taste of what our fantastic North East has to offer. Who knows, you could find a new favourite during the half-term break!
Here are some of the readers’ top recommendations.
13. Lakeshore Railroad, South Marine Park, South Shields
Lakeshore Railroad was first opened in the 1970s - and it remains a popular attraction with families across South Tyneside and the wider region. Photo: Stu Norton
14. Summerhill Country Park, Hartlepool
Get stuck into outdoor activities, explore nature and (hopefully) enjoy some sunshine on a trip to Summerhill. Photo: Tim Richardson
15. Washington Old Hall, Washington
The gardens alone make a visit to Washington Old Hall worth the effort! But there really is so much to see and do at the manor house, which is associated with the family of George Washington. Photo: Tony Gillan