Would you have taken a look at the recently opened Aquatic Centre? How about a visit to the new Dalton Park shopping complex?
What about a trip on the newly opened Sunderland Metro line, or trying tasty fish and chips from Mr Cod.
Take a look through our 16 photos – of former shops, pubs and leisure venues and some still with us – and see how many of these scenes bring back memories of a great day out.
1. Choosing your fruit and veg
Park Lane Market had lots of options for fresh fruit and vegetables, as these shoppers found out in 2000. Did you love to pay a visit? Photo: Sunderland Echo
2. Fancy a treat?
The sweet-toothed among you might fancy a visit to the Market Sweet Shop in Jacky White's Market. Here it is in 2006. Photo: Sunderland Echo
3. Stock up on your crockery
There were plenty of choices at Joplings if you wanted new plates, bowls, cups and saucers. Photo: DA
4. Get your menswear at Gate
While you're in John Street, why not call in at Gate for a classy selection of menswear. Photo: AB