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.
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
Celtic Boyne Valley and Ancient Sites Tour From Dublin
Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh
Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket
Our pick of the best Sunniside Hotel Deals
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
We were given Room 204 near the lifts. Upon entry we discovered that we had been given a room with an assisted bathroom. There was an assisted shower, part of which was in the process of collapse. The sink was too small and we couldn't fill the kettle because the spout hit the tap every time. Other ...
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
There was a good variety of food for breakfast and its location is great for seeing the Newcastle sites.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead
Spacious and clean room, comfortable bed. Traditional Decor. Good food decent breakfast, helpful staff. Good facilities.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Royal Station Hotel
The breakfast was good the reception staff were most helpful the swimming pool was just OKAY but changing facilities were poor
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Malmaison Newcastle
Great service
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
County Hotel & County Aparthotel Newcastle
Great room great hotel close to train station will return
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
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.
Lamesley
Lamesley is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Angel of the North and Tanfield Railway.
Elswick
While there might not be top attractions in Elswick, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Newcastle-upon-Tyne Discovery Museum and Utilita Arena Newcastle.
Grainger Town
While visiting Grainger Town, you might make a stop by sights like Bigg Market and Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal.
Sunniside Travel Guide
- St. James' Park
- Beamish Open Air Museum
- Durham Cathedral
- The Glasshouse
- Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal
- Northumbria University
- Utilita Arena Newcastle
- Newcastle Racecourse
- Durham Castle
- Stadium of Light
- Castle Keep
- Gateshead Millennium Bridge
- Angel of the North
- Kingston Park Stadium
- Tyne Bridge
- BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art
- Jesmond Dene Park
- Diggerland
