Prince William, Duke of Cambridge and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, were in the city to view the under-construction Northern Spire Bridge.
They also visited the Fire Station, the iconic building which had recently converted into a music and arts hub.
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5. Historic in Sunderland
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge talks to children during her visit to the Northern Spire. (Photo by Danny Lawson-WPA Pool/Getty Images) | (Photo by Danny Lawson-WPA Pool/Getty Images)
6. Such a special day
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge speaks to a young girl as she visits The Fire Station, which had been converted into a music and arts hub. (Photo by Chris Jackson/Getty Images) | (Photo by Chris Jackson/Getty Images)
7. Meeting the children
Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, meets children as she arrives to view the under-construction Northern Spire Bridge across the River Wear. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge visited Sunderland to learn about the city's arts scene and engineering talent. Photo DANNY LAWSON/AFP via Getty Images | DANNY LAWSON/AFP via Getty Images
8. In high spirits
Members of the crowd smile and laugh as they chat with Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge as she visits The Fire Station. (Photo by Chris Jackson/Getty Images) | Getty Images