Swalwell Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

River Derwent flows under Ebchester Old Bridge, formed by the meeting of two burns in the North Pennines and flows between the boundaries of Durham and Northumberland as a tributary of the River Tyne
Swalwell
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Activities

Guided City Walking Tour of Newcastle

Guided City Walking Tour of Newcastle

NZ$69
per adult
Guided City Walking Tour of Newcastle
Jedburgh, Scottish Borders: Bairnkine Farm Tour with Lucy

Jedburgh, Scottish Borders: Bairnkine Farm Tour with Lucy

NZ$55
per adult
Jedburgh, Scottish Borders: Bairnkine Farm Tour with Lucy
Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket

Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket

NZ$31
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket
Newcastle: Silent Disco Adventure Tour

Newcastle: Silent Disco Adventure Tour

NZ$50
per adult
Newcastle: Silent Disco Adventure Tour
Best of Newcastle Highlights Walking Tour

Best of Newcastle Highlights Walking Tour

NZ$46
per adult
Best of Newcastle Highlights Walking Tour
Durham History Tour

Durham History Tour

NZ$41
per adult
Durham History Tour
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Our pick of the best Swalwell Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Express Newcastle Gateshead by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Newcastle Gateshead by IHG

3 out of 5
Clasper Way Newcastle-upon-Tyne England
The price is NZ$124 per night from 28 June to 29 June
NZ$124
28 June - 29 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Too quick to clear tables at breakfast, not allowing guest to get extras from buffet and find food not finished, removed and cleared away."

Reviewed on 21 June 2026

Holiday Inn Express Newcastle Gateshead by IHG
Royal Station Hotel

Royal Station Hotel

3 out of 5
Neville Street Newcastle-upon-Tyne England
The price is NZ$161 per night from 28 June to 29 June
NZ$161
28 June - 29 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,632 reviews)
"Sorry but our room was not clean. Also noisy"

Reviewed on 25 June 2026

Royal Station Hotel
Maldron Hotel Newcastle

Maldron Hotel Newcastle

4 out of 5
Newgate Street Newcastle-upon-Tyne England
The price is NZ$182 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$182
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,138 reviews)
"Excellent modern hotel in the heart of Newcastle with effective air conditioning, spacious rooms and hearty breakfast"

Reviewed on 24 June 2026

Maldron Hotel Newcastle
The County Hotel, Newcastle

The County Hotel, Newcastle

4 out of 5
Neville Street Newcastle-upon-Tyne England
The price is NZ$151 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$151
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,169 reviews)
"Great space. Kind of loud from the street and people coming in and out of the stairs."

Reviewed on 24 June 2026

The County Hotel, Newcastle
Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

4 out of 5
Carrville Durham England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$292 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$292
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Durham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Everything was clean and the staff couldn’t do enough for us."

Reviewed on 19 June 2026

Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa
Copthorne Hotel Newcastle

Copthorne Hotel Newcastle

4 out of 5
The Close Newcastle-upon-Tyne England
The price is NZ$168 per night from 28 June to 29 June
NZ$168
28 June - 29 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,925 reviews)
"Great stay ! Wonderful view"

Reviewed on 22 June 2026

Copthorne Hotel Newcastle
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Our guide on where to stay in Swalwell

Find the best Swalwell areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Swalwell
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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.

Photo by Mark Burgoyne
Open Photo by Mark Burgoyne

Tynemouth

Tynemouth is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Tynemouth Castle and Longsands Beach.

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.

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Open Photo by somaliayaswan

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 Mowbray Park, and jump on the metro at Park Lane Station to get around the city.

Gosforth

Gosforth is a destination travellers like for its restaurants, and you might hop aboard the metro at South Gosforth Station or Ilford Road Station to explore sights like Saltwell Park.

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