If indoor activities for adults in Newcastle are more your thing, then Point Blank Shooting should be on the list. With over 200 scenarios available on their interactive shooting range, it's the perfect place for trying something new and going head-to-head with your pals. Topping it off? Bottomless brunch on Sundays.

One of the best group activities for adults in Newcastle, The Great Game Outdoor Treasure Hunt sees you solve puzzles, crack clues and venture across the city until 'X' marks the spot. As for your prize? 20% off food and drink at a local pub is up for grabs.

Active Reality Newcastle's dishing out fully immersive virtual reality experiences that'll get you and your crew laughing, moving, and fully engaged in a whole new dimension. Whether you're busting moves or busting virtual targets, their VR games are the perfect way to kick things off. It's social, it's active, and it's the perfect icebreaker for when you've got a mix of people who might not all know each other.

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If you're on the hunt for drinking activities in Newcastle, this brewery tour around the city has your back. You'll visit three of the city's best taprooms, while being wowed by a knowledgeable guide and sipping samples of their finest pints along the way.

Head on over to Junkyard Golf Club in Newcastle for a wild mini-golf adventure. They've got four funky 9-hole courses and a bar serving quirky cocktails to keep you energized while you play. Get ready to putt your way through a kooky wonderland of neon lights and loud music.

A great choice of fun things to do in Newcastle city centre, Bealim House's gin tasting experience promises a load of history and insights into their distillery. Better yet, you'll also quaff two different kinds of the spirit with recommended mixer pairings.

From live music to sports screenings and happy hour cocktails available for sipping, WonderBar is a one-stop shop come your evening out with mates. For some of the most quirky things to do in Newcastle Upon Tyne, get stuck into interactive darts, sports viewing and a range of events at this venue.

Prepare to have ogres and ogres of fun as Shrek Rave is coming to Riverside Newcastle on Saturday the 7th of December. Join everyone's favourite green friend as he swaps the swamp for the sub, bringing DJ sets, singalongs and epic visuals to the masses. There'll be themed tipples and giveaways, plus so much more. 

YO! Sushi School will have you rolling like a pro in no time, as you try your hand at creating four different items. Learn a bit of history, practice your knife skills and munch through your plates, all while sipping your arrival drink too.

For a night out that's a little bit different to your usual drinks, head to NQ64 Newcastle, the graffiti-adorned wonderland filled with retro arcade games. Bring your mates and get stuck into classics like Time Crisis, Guitar Hero and Pac-Man. Plus, there's even themed drinks to get your lips around like the Power Star Martini, made with vodka, passionfruit and vanilla. 

Leave your mates or a date eating your dust thanks to TeamSport Go Karting Newcastle, one of the most fun activities in Newcastle. With 950m of track and 40mph karts to speed around in, this thrilling activity is sure to get the adrenaline pumping.

Check out our guide to The Gate, where you'll find everything from escape rooms in Newcastle to gaming bars, VR, axe throwing and more. If you're after activities to get stuck into, you'll find loads in just one entertainment complex here.

Boasting a pinball machine and football table to complement their funky interiors, Alvinos is a great choice if you're looking to dabble in some cheap things to do in Newcastle in between food or drinks. Tuck into Tex Mex plates and affordable cocktails, or soak up the sun on their outdoor terrace.

For a completely alternative, wild night out, snap up tickets from £16 per person to Bongo's Bingo Newscastle and revel in an extravaganza packed with nostalgic escapism. There'll be plenty of chances to win iconic prizes like giant pink unicorns, mobility scooters and even Henry Hoovers at every show.