Quayside Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Quayside
Cross a futuristic tilting bridge, peruse artistic centers and relax with a drink in this modern part of the city.
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.
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.
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.
Castle Keep
Visit the tower from which the city takes its name to hear wicked tales of frightening ghouls and life in the dungeon.
Activities
Explore Newcastle in 90 Minutes with a Local
3 Hours Culinary Flavor Trail Journey in Newcastle
3 Hour Walking Tour through Newcastle upon Tyne
Our pick of the best Quayside Hotel Deals
Dakota Newcastle
Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025
Malmaison Newcastle
Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025
County Hotel & County Aparthotel Newcastle
Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025
Copthorne Hotel Newcastle
Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Quayside
Ouseburn
If you're spending some time in Ouseburn, Seven Stories and Victoria Tunnel are top sights worth seeing.
Newcastle City Center
Northumberland Street and Eldon Square Shopping Centre are top sights in Newcastle City Center, and you should be sure to explore the fantastic nightlife. Hop aboard the metro at Monument Station or Haymarket Station to see more sights in the area.
Grainger Town
While visiting Grainger Town, you might make a stop by sights like Bigg Market and Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal.
Heaton
While Heaton isn't home to many top sights, Quayside and BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art are some notable places to visit nearby.
Jesmond
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Jesmond. Spend some time visiting top spots like Jesmond Cricket Ground, and catch the metro at West Jesmond Station or Jesmond Station to see more of the area.
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.
- St. James' Park
- Beamish Open Air Museum
- Northumbria University
- Durham Cathedral
- The Glasshouse
- Utilita Arena Newcastle
- Newcastle Racecourse
- Stadium of Light
- Durham Castle
- Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal
- Castle Keep
- Angel of the North
- Gateshead Millennium Bridge
- Diggerland
- Kingston Park Stadium
- Tyne Bridge
- Wet 'n' Wild Water Park
- Jesmond Dene Park