Whickham Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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
Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket
Our pick of the best Whickham Hotel Deals
The Gibside Hotel
Friendly staff, great breakfast and conveniently located with parking out back, including EV charging spots. We forgot a bag in the room but the staff were happy to help when we arranged collection from reception.
Reviewed on 8 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
Friendly, helpful staff, lovely spacious room, enormous spa and pool complex, great breakfast.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
INNSiDE by Meliá Newcastle
Breakfast was excellent
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Dakota Newcastle
Dinner in the evening was great, staff also excellent overall enjoyed the stay
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Whickham
Swalwell
You might appreciate the shopping and restaurants in Swalwell, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Metrocentre and Utilita Arena Newcastle are just a few notable stops.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Grainger Town
While visiting Grainger Town, you might make a stop by sights like Bigg Market and Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal.
Whickham Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- What kind of hotels are in Whickham?
- Hotels Near Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England
- More holiday ideas
- St. James' Park
- Beamish Open Air Museum
- Durham Cathedral
- Northumbria University
- The Glasshouse
- Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal
- Utilita Arena Newcastle
- Newcastle Racecourse
- Durham Castle
- Stadium of Light
- Castle Keep
- Angel of the North
- Gateshead Millennium Bridge
- Kingston Park Stadium
- Tyne Bridge
- BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art
- Jesmond Dene Park
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