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.
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.
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 Swalwell Hotel Deals
Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead
Great stay
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Express Newcastle Gateshead by IHG
Very clean, updated rooms, comfortable beds etc
Reviewed on 5 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
Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa
Yes
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
INNSiDE by Meliá Newcastle
Breakfast was excellent
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Swalwell
Whickham
Whickham is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Bowes Museum and Derwent Walk Country Park.
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.
Fenham
Fenham is well liked for its restaurants and parks. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, St. James' Park and Chinatown are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
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 Metrocentre.
Grainger Town
While visiting Grainger Town, you might make a stop by sights like Bigg Market and Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal.
Newcastle City Center
Northumberland Street and Grey's Monument 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.
Swalwell Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- What kind of hotels are in Swalwell?
- Hotels Near Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England
- More holiday ideas
- St. James' Park
- Beamish Open Air Museum
- Northumbria University
- Durham Cathedral
- The Glasshouse
- Stadium of Light
- Newcastle Racecourse
- Utilita Arena Newcastle
- Durham Castle
- Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal
- Angel of the North
- Gateshead Millennium Bridge
- Diggerland
- Castle Keep
- Kingston Park Stadium
- Tyne Bridge
- BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art
- Wet 'n' Wild Water Park
- Jesmond Dene Park
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