Sunniside 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.
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.
Activities
Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket
Our pick of the best Sunniside Hotel Deals
Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead
Room was clean, staff friendly and breakfast was excellent
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
Room 435 was initially ok until young men on rugby tour were so loud up and down the corridor even knocking on our door at 1am. The pillows were very hard the duvets far too heavy. The breakfast was cold and many things had run out as the restaurant was so busy with the rugby teams.. This is always ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Lumley Castle Hotel
Copthorne Hotel Newcastle
Had a problem with the first room allocated, staff were very apologetic and rectified the problem immediately. Room was spacious, clean but starting to show age in parts.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Dakota Newcastle
Only stayed for 1 night , but was wowed So stylish lovely classy decor Don’t think there was anything we didn’t like
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
We went so you dont have too! Music from bar opposite till gone midnight meant 2 nights little sleep with all noise after traffic etc breakfast nevwr replenished staff at breakfast so rude save your money book somewhere else they think its finny at reception when they ask you how was stay and you ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sunniside
Whickham
Whickham is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Bowes Museum and Derwent Walk Country Park.
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.
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
If you're spending some time in Elswick, Utilita Arena Newcastle and Elswick Community Leisure Centre are top sights worth seeing.
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.
