Things to do in Sunderland

Modern, bustling city with it's own spectacular coastline

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In recent times Sunderland has seen millions of pounds invested in regeneration and revitalisation projects. The result has been that Sunderland has been transformed into a modern, bustling and green city, full of opportunity. Sunderland enjoys an enviable location on the mouth of the River Wear, near to local countryside and adjacent to miles of spectacular coastline. Inland, the city is home to a number of fascinating museums and galleries, including the National Glass Centre. Shopping in Sunderland is amongst the best in the north east, particularly since the opening of The Bridges shopping centre. If you fancy a film or a show, the city boasts multiple theatres and a multi-screen cinema. For the more active individual why not try watersports at the marina or attempt to climb the country's biggest indoor climbing wall at The Wall? At night revellers flock to the city's thriving bar and club scene. If that's not for you, you can always enjoy dinner at one of the cities many excellent restaurants.

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Local Attractions       Museums       Parks & Open spaces       Beaches       Galleries      

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Souter Lighthouse
National Trust - First lighthouse to be powered by alternating electric current.
4.6 miles



Sunderland Museum And Winter Gardens FREE
In depth look at Sunderland's rich heritage and spectacular gardens.
Less than a mile



City Library And Arts Centre FREE
Various galleries and exhibitions throughout.
Less than a mile



Northern Gallery For Contemporary Art FREE
Popular contemporary art gallery.
Less than a mile

Rosebud Ceramics
Paint your own pottery experience.  www 
Less than a mile
National Glass Centre
Centre for creative glass work with fascinating exhibitions and galleries.  www 
Less than a mile
Monkwearmouth Station Museum
Take a look inside a real Victorian railway station.  www 
Less than a mile
North East Aircraft Museum
Fascinating aviation museum.  www 
3.8 miles
Parks In Sunderland
Details of all parks in Sunderland.  www 
Less than a mile

  

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  Eat & Drink in Sunderland


Restaurants      



Luciano Ristorante
Cafes & Restaurants.
Less than a mile

Thai Manor
Thai Restaurant.  www 
Less than a mile
Angelo's Ristorante
Cafes & Restaurants.
Less than a mile
Nando's Sunderland
Flame grilled PERi-PERi-chicken restaurant.  www 
Less than a mile
Frankie & Benny's
New York Italian Restaurant & Bar.  www 
Less than a mile
Marcellos
Cafes & Restaurants.
Less than a mile
Amalfi Ristorante
Cafes & Restaurants.
Less than a mile
The Millers Inn Harvester
Family-friendly restaurant. Good value Early Bird deals available all day.  www 
2.1 miles

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  Watch, Listen & Nights out in Sunderland


Cinema       Theatre, Ballet & Opera       Nightclubs       Live Music & Concerts      



Sunderland Empire
'The West End of the North East'.
Less than a mile

Sunniside Leisure Complex
Includes a casino, cinema, bowling alley and a number of modern eateries.  www 
Less than a mile
Sunderland Royalty Theatre
Popular city centre theatre. Full listings available.  www 
Less than a mile
Liquid
Award winning nightclub.  www 
Less than a mile
Stadium Of Light
Sunderland football stadium and music concert venue.  www 
Less than a mile
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  Sports & Leisure in Sunderland


Fitness & Leisure centres       Bowling       Water sports       Dance       Special Interest      

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Ten Pin
Ten-pin bowling centre.
Less than a mile

Raich Carter
Friendly health and fitness club.  www 
Less than a mile
Club Zest
Ladies health and fitness club.  www 
1.8 miles
DW Fitness
Health and fitness club.  www 
2.2 miles
Sunniside Leisure Complex
Includes a casino, cinema, bowling alley and a number of modern eateries.  www 
Less than a mile
Adventure Sunderland Watersports Centre
Opportunities to try kayaking, canoeing, sailing and much more.  www 
1.2 miles
Platinum Dance Studio
Variety of lessons available for all ages and abilities.  www 
Less than a mile
Ministry Of Paintball
Outdoor paintball centre.  www 
Less than a mile

  


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  Kids in Sunderland




Ten Pin
Ten-pin bowling centre.
Less than a mile

Parks In Sunderland
Details of all parks in Sunderland.  www 
Less than a mile
Rosebud Ceramics
Paint your own pottery experience.  www 
Less than a mile
Local Beaches
Everything you need to know about Sunderland's beaches.  www 
Less than a mile
Platinum Dance Studio
Variety of lessons available for all ages and abilities.  www 
Less than a mile
Sunderland Wall
Europe's premier indoor climbing centre.  www 
1.5 miles
North Lizard Riding School
Friendly riding school. Beginners welcome.  www 
4.7 miles
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Where to stay in Sunderland

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Did you know...

  • The oldest existing Latin version of the Bible - the Codex Amiantinus - was written at St Peter's Church, next to the University's riverside campus
  • The UK's highest indoor climbing wall is in Sunderland
  • The Sunderland International Airshow is the biggest free event of its kind in Northern Europe, attracting more than one million visitors every year

Other info

Tourist Info Office located at: 50 Fawcett Street, Sunderland SR1 1RF

Famous for...

Stadium of Light, Ship building and

Annual events in Sunderland