Shopping in Newcastle - authentic goods, best outlets, malls and boutiques

Newcastle is striking with a variety of shops - interesting shopping spots are found literally at every step in the city. Here you can find prestigious designer boutiques selling exclusive outfits and accessories, as well as original antique stores. The most popular shops among tourists are concentrated near the railway station where there are also several large shopping centers and numerous shopping branch off.

Intu Eldon Square located here is one of the most visited malls not only in the city but throughout the UK. More than 30 million customers come here for shopping every year. The shopping center houses more than 150 stores of all possible profiles. These include designer clothing stores and fashion stores of popular European brands delighting customers with an affordable price level. Besides that, you can enjoy large cosmetics and perfume stores, several jewelry and electronics stores, and pavilions full of children's goods. After shopping, you are invited to more than ten restaurants and cafes of various specializations.

Many popular shops and restaurants are also concentrated in Trinity Square. In the warm season, virtually all local restaurants set their tables on outdoor terraces. Here you can walk in search of original designer accessories, buy toys and goods for children or check out some original antique shops. The latter are popular with tourists who like to bring all kinds of unusual souvenirs from the trip. Most vintage accessories are distinguished affordable prices. The same square accommodates one of the most modern cinemas in town - Vue. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

Of course, be sure to explore local markets where they offer the best farm products and delicacies. The most famous in Newcastle is Grainger Market, which has been continuously operating for almost 200 years. The market building itself is a valuable historical and architectural monument. Its architecture has not changed much over the past centuries. As in the past, the townspeople come to the market in search of fresh meat, seasonal fruits and vegetables. Tourists are also attracted by vintage shops located here. One of the most original of them is Yesterday Society where you can buy antique clothes and jewelry, home accessories and works of art. At the market, you will find Oven Bakery, one of the most famous bakeries in town where black pudding bread is prepared according to an old recipe.

Monument Mall located in the heart of Newcastle is considered the most prestigious and expensive. On its three floors, there are luxury boutiques presenting clothes and accessories from famous fashion houses. Here you can find jewelry and watch stores, as well as shops selling exclusive homeware and accessories. These stores would be of interest not only to fashionistas who follow modern fashion trends but also to those who prefer buying the most expensive and exquisite souvenirs. Apart from that, the mall offers a decent selection of restaurants and cafes for every taste and budget.

Newcastle's most unusual shopping complex is Central Arcade, which occupies another incredibly beautiful historic building. The arcade crowned by three magnificent domes was built in the first half of the 19th century to serve as a corn exchange. Today, the building houses 18 specialized stores, some of which are pretty unusual. For example, one sells musical instruments and all sorts of related accessories, and another presents dozens of coffee varieties from many countries of the world. Customers will find traditional clothing and shoe stores, as well as a great homeware store. Many tourists visit the old arcade just to admire its exquisite decoration.

If all the above malls and stores don't seem to be enough, you can always head to High Bridge shopping district. You will find both clothing and grocery stores where you can choose delicious gifts for loved ones. Men appreciate End store located here for its casual designer clothes. Fans of the vintage style will love Deep Vintage, and Union store offers designer denim outfits. This area is one of the most popular with local engaged couples, as it concentrates large wedding accessories stores. Ordinary tourists could seize the opportunity to choose some original souvenirs in a romantic style.