SIX Rooftop at BALTIC

You'll feel a bit smug climbing up to this sixth-floor perch above one of the region's most striking buildings. The cocktails are properly made – none of that syrupy nonsense – and the wine list actually has some thought behind it. But let's be honest, you're here for those panoramic views across the Tyne to Newcastle's skyline. The space feels grown-up without being stuffy, with floor-to-ceiling windows that make the most of that riverside location. On summer evenings when the light catches the water and the bridges, it's genuinely spectacular. Yes, you'll pay for the privilege, but when you're watching the city twinkle below with a decent Old Fashioned in hand, it feels worth every penny.