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.
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.
Gateshead Millennium Bridge
Marvel at the impressive architectural feat of the tilting of this curved bridge and its tall arch allowing boats to pass.
Activities
Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket
Unlock Newcastle's Secrets: A Historic In-App Audio Tour
3 Hour Walking Tour through Newcastle upon Tyne
Our pick of the best Swalwell Hotel Deals
Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead
From entering the lobby which was lovely and beautifully decorated for Xmas to the friendly efficient reception staff to my great comfy, clean and facilitous room to a very nice dinner served by really great staff to a very nice breakfast and my check out where reception staff wished me a great day.. ...
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express Newcastle Gateshead by IHG
check in staff were excellent. hotel was clean and quiet , buffet breakfast very good as always
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
Good location and breakfast
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
Friendly and efficient check in. Comfortable room. Very handy for the football👍👍
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa
Great stay, lovely room that was clean, fantastic amenities. Will definitely return.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Royal Station Hotel
Great location
Reviewed on 19 Dec 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 Newcastle-upon-Tyne Discovery Museum and Utilita Arena 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 Newcastle-upon-Tyne Discovery Museum are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
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.
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.
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- Grey's Monument
- Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art
- Castle Keep
- Biscuit Factory
- Newcastle-Upon-Tyne Theatre Royal
- The Shefton Museum
- Laing Art Gallery
- Utilita Arena Newcastle
- St. James' Park
- Iskcon Newcastle
- Northumbria University
- Gateshead Holidays
- The Glasshouse
- Newcastle-Upon-Tyne Holidays
- Genting Casino Newcastle
- Visit West Boldon
- Visit Ryton
- Visit Winlaton Mill
- Visit Whickham
- Visit Wideopen
- Visit Blaydon on Tyne
- Visit Hebburn
- Visit Jarrow
- Visit Heaton
- Visit Marley Hill
- Visit Newcastle City Center
- Visit Wallsend
- Visit Fenham
- Visit Forest Hall
- Visit Cramlington
- Visit Rowlands Gill
- Visit Newcastle-upon-Tyne
- Visit Gosforth
- Visit Gateshead
- Visit Shiremoor
- Visit Kibblesworth
- Visit Dinnington
- Visit Prudhoe
- Visit Jesmond
- Visit Heddon-on-the-Wall
- Visit Ponteland
- Visit High Spen
- Visit Lemington
- Visit Burnopfield
