Sunderland City Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Sunderland City Centre
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
The Hunt, an exciting cat-and-mouse game in Sunderland
3 Hour Walking Tour through Newcastle upon Tyne
Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket
Explore Newcastle in 90 Minutes with a Local
Our pick of the best Sunderland City Centre Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG
Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
Reviewed on 13 Aug. 2025
Dakota Newcastle
Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025
Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead
Reviewed on 13 Aug. 2025
County Hotel & County Aparthotel Newcastle
Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025
Royal Station Hotel
Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sunderland City Centre
Roker
Some popular features of Roker include its bars and seaside views. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Stadium of Light or National Glass Centre are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Seaburn
Seaside views and restaurants are notable features of Seaburn. You might consider stopping by Whitburn Sands while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Westoe
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Westoe and you might want to plan a stop by Ocean Beach Pleasure Park and The Marsden Grotto 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.
Lamesley
Lamesley is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Angel of the North and Tanfield Railway.
Ouseburn
If you're spending some time in Ouseburn, Seven Stories and Victoria Tunnel are top sights worth seeing.
- St. James' Park
- Beamish Open Air Museum
- Northumbria University
- Utilita Arena Newcastle
- Durham Cathedral
- The Glasshouse
- Stadium of Light
- Newcastle Racecourse
- Durham Castle
- Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal
- Castle Keep
- Angel of the North
- Seaton Carew Beach
- Gateshead Millennium Bridge
- Diggerland
- Kingston Park Stadium
- Tyne Bridge
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