This early May Bank Holiday people will be heading to the city’s parks and coastline to enjoy some time off work.
And whether its a knickerbocker glory, toppings of raspberry and chocolate, a sprinkle of hundreds and thousands, or a plain vanilla with a flake, you really are spoilt for choice when it comes to outlets here in the city.
And unlike many other cities in the UK, you can enjoy your ice cream whilst taking in one of our beaches.
Check out 12 of the best ice cream outlets in Sunderland according to the latest Google reviews. The shops are not ranked in any particular order.
5. The Ice Station
The Ice Station in the Bridges has a Google review rating of 4.6 from nine reviews. | Dontree - stock.adobe.com
6. Doris the ice cream van
Doris the ice cream van was given a 4.9 star rating from 30 Google reviews. | Local Library
7. Minchella's in Seaburn
Minchella's in Seaburn was given a 4.4 star rating from 779 Google reviews. | Local Library
8. The Sweet Petite
The Sweet Petite on High Street West had a Google review rating of 4.8 from 83 reviews. | Sunderland Echo