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.
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
Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket
Our pick of the best Roker Hotel Deals
The Roker Hotel, BW Premier Collection
Didn’t have breakfast
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
Lovely main entrance
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
Best city centre hotel in my opinion, and value for money. High standards of cleanliness and professionalism, no negatives at all.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Royal Station Hotel
Yea
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa
Friendly, helpful staff, lovely spacious room, enormous spa and pool complex, great breakfast.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
INNSiDE by Meliá Newcastle
Breakfast was excellent
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Roker
Seaburn
Seaside views and restaurants are notable features of Seaburn. You might consider stopping by Whitburn Sands while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Sunderland City Centre
Well liked for its restaurants and museums, Sunderland City Centre is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Sunderland Empire and Northern Gallery for Contemporary Art, and jump on the metro at Park Lane Station to get around the city.
Westoe
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Westoe and you might want to plan a stop by The Marsden Grotto and Port Of Tyne while you're in the area.
Tynemouth
Tynemouth is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Tynemouth Castle and Longsands Beach.
Heaton
While Heaton isn't home to many top sights, Jesmond Cricket Ground and Quayside are some notable places to visit nearby.
Ouseburn
If you're spending some time in Ouseburn, Seven Stories and Victoria Tunnel are top sights worth seeing.
Roker Travel Guide
- St. James' Park
- Beamish Open Air Museum
- Durham Cathedral
- Northumbria University
- The Glasshouse
- Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal
- Utilita Arena Newcastle
- Newcastle Racecourse
- Durham Castle
- Stadium of Light
- Castle Keep
- Angel of the North
- Gateshead Millennium Bridge
- Kingston Park Stadium
- Tyne Bridge
- BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art
- Jesmond Dene Park
- Diggerland
