Pay a visit to one of the region’s many museums and you might be surprised at just how much the Tees Valley has made a significant impact on the world we know today!
Visit the hometown of British explorer Captain James Cook in Middlesbrough. Take a voyage through maritime history at the National Museum of the Royal Navy Hartlepool or make a stop at the birthplace of the Stockton & Darlington Railway and its Head of Steam museum.
For the perfect way to while away an afternoon and really get the imagination going, head to one of the contemporary and cutting-edge galleries and immerse yourself in modern art from renowned artists at mima and Palace Arts Gallery in Redcar.
