Whickham Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
St. James' Park
Attend an intense soccer game at one of the United Kingdom’s largest and oldest stadiums. See it perched on a hill in the city center.
Quayside
Cross a futuristic tilting bridge, peruse artistic centers and relax with a drink in this modern part of the city.
The Glasshouse
This riverside concert hall of futuristic design is among Europe’s leading venues. Enjoy its spectacular acoustics, divine auditoriums and international acts.
Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal
Enjoy artisanal ice cream between acts at a show in the stylish setting of one of England’s most glamorous and acclaimed theaters.
Gateshead Millennium Bridge
Marvel at the impressive architectural feat of the tilting of this curved bridge and its tall arch allowing boats to pass.
Northumbria University
The gleaming silver campus in central Newcastle is one of the U.K.’s newest universities. Its students have voted the city the country’s best for students.
Activities
3 day walking tour of Northumberland Coast and Castles
Private Newcastle Pub Tour
Newcastle Street Food Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Whickham
Swalwell
You might appreciate the shopping and restaurants in Swalwell, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Intu and Utilita Arena Newcastle are just a few notable stops.
Sunniside
While Sunniside may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Causey Arch and Intu.
Elswick
While there might not be top attractions in Elswick, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Utilita Arena Newcastle and O2 Academy Newcastle.
Team Valley
Team Valley might not have many top sights, but Saltwell Park and Angel of the North are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Fenham
Fenham is well liked for its restaurants and parks. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Leazes Park and St. James' Park are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
Lemington
Though Lemington may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Intu and Kingston Park Stadium.
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- More holiday ideas
- St. James' Park
- Beamish Open Air Museum
- Stadium of Light
- Utilita Arena Newcastle
- Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal
- The Glasshouse
- Newcastle Racecourse
- Durham Cathedral
- Gateshead Millennium Bridge
- Durham Castle
- Northumbria University
- Castle Keep
- Tyne Bridge
- Angel of the North
- Diggerland
- Kingston Park Stadium