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.

University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne during your trip to Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply savour its lively bars.

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.
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Holiday Inn Express Newcastle Gateshead by IHG
Great location for visiting family
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
Staff very helpful
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa
Lovely hotel! Gorgeous room, massive bathroom! Spa was lovely. Will definitely return.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Copthorne Hotel Newcastle
App lovely
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Malmaison Newcastle
Lovely big room, nice staff, great view of bridge
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Delta Hotels Durham Royal County
Clean, friendly staff, always a pleasant stay
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
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.

Lemington
Though Lemington may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Metrocentre and Kingston Park Stadium.

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.
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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
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