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.
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.
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.
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Our pick of the best Whickham Hotel Deals
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
Staff very helpful
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Malmaison Newcastle
Great service check in lovely breakfast clean and spacious room
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa
Great facilities and friendly staff, rooms in the old part of hotel could use some updating
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Copthorne Hotel Newcastle
Good location, plenty parking
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Delta Hotels Durham Royal County
Clean, friendly staff, always a pleasant stay
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
Room very clean and comfortable. Staff very friendly.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
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.
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.
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.
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- Visit West Boldon
- Visit Ryton
- Visit Winlaton Mill
- Visit Wideopen
- Visit Blaydon on Tyne
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- Visit Sacriston
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- Visit Forest Hall
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- Visit Shiremoor
- Visit Kibblesworth
- Visit Dinnington
- Visit Prudhoe
- Visit Jesmond
- Visit Heddon-on-the-Wall
- Visit Ponteland
- Visit High Spen
- Visit Lemington
- Visit Burnopfield
- Saltwell Park
- Gibside
- Grey's Monument
- Castle Keep
- Newcastle-Upon-Tyne Theatre Royal
- The Shefton Museum
- Laing Art Gallery
- Utilita Arena Newcastle
- St. James' Park
- Iskcon Newcastle
- Northumbria University
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- The Glasshouse
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