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Visit Sunderland: cultured, connected, creative city

Whatever you're into, from art and culture to sport, shopping and great food and drink, you'll find your place in our city that never stands still.

A designated Smart City, we're bringing the future into the here and now, with public Wi-Fi, 5G connectivity and our new Sunderland City App putting a huge choice of events, offers and things to do at your fingertips: inspiration and information at the ready!

See what's on, from gigs and performances to exhibitions and family fun. Discover the vibrant history that makes Sunderland unique and our locals proud. And enjoy exploring - it's easy to get around by car, bus, train or Metro.

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Events

Dive in for musicals, festivals, sport and more
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Eat and Drink

International ideas. Local flavour.
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Things to Do

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Where to Stay

Comfy beds to rest your head
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What's On

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Live, Work, Study

A great place to grow
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Upcoming events in Sunderland

What will you be joining us for?

The Ballad of The Crocodile and the Underpass

Live performances and an exhibition will celebrate the culmination of a special project to mark Washington's 60th birthday.

University of Sunderland presents 'Shrek The Musical'

Join Shrek and Donkey on a family-friendly adventure in a land far, far away.

Birmingham Royal Ballet - Cinderella

Step into the magical world of  Cinderella.

Threads Market Sunniside

A new clothing market for Sunderland.

Heritage Reels: Shipbuilding

A screening of two films about legacy of shipbuilding on Sunderland

Sunniside Nights

An evening of free events in and around Sunniside

Bright Lights Youth Arts Exhibition Fringe

What is the future and my place in the world?

Songs from this City

An afternoon of contemporary music inspired by the changing cultural fabric of Sunderland

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Plan your visit

Whether you're joining us from far away or just down the road, Sunderland is both easy to get to and easy to get around once you're here.

Where to stay

Find places to stay in Sunderland, whether you're travelling on business, leisure or simply having a night away in the city.

From family holidays and business trips to short breaks, there's accommodation in Sunderland for every type of guest. Here you'll find luxury and boutique hotels, rooms on a budget, local guest-houses, self-catering accommodation and more to suit your needs.

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Getting to Sunderland

Travelling to Sunderland has never been easier. We are a connected city which is easy to reach by air, rail, Metro, car, taxi or bus.

Situated on the North East coast of England, getting here is hassle free. Whether you're travelling from elsewhere in the North East, from across the UK, or visiting internationally, you can reach Sunderland via our excellent transport links.

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Travelling in Sunderland

Travelling around Sunderland is hassle free thanks to our excellent transport links that connect us to local areas, nearby towns and the wider region where you can find some of our most famous sights and business centres.

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