Newcastle City Center Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Newcastle City Center
Newcastle City Center
Newcastle City Center
Newcastle City Center
Newcastle City Center

Popular places to visit

Northumbria University

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.

Northumbria University
Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal featuring theatre scenes and interior views

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.

Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal
Chinatown showing street scenes as well as a large group of people

Chinatown

A collection of Asian restaurants and supermarkets create an interesting cultural district in Newcastle’s historic Grainger Town area.

Chinatown
The Gate

The Gate

From early in the morning until late at night, this leisure complex is a one-stop destination for dining and entertainment in Newcastle city center.

The Gate
Newcastle-upon-Tyne St. Nicholas\' Cathedral showing religious aspects, a church or cathedral and interior views

Newcastle-upon-Tyne St. Nicholas' Cathedral

Visit this historic church to see its fine stained-glass windows and one of Europe’s largest collections of ledger stones.

Newcastle-upon-Tyne St. Nicholas' Cathedral
Bigg Market

Bigg Market

During your trip to Newcastle-upon-Tyne, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Bigg Market. Discover the area's lively bars and its acclaimed theatre scene.

Bigg Market

Activities

Newcastle Castle Keep - Norman stone keep in the centre of Newcastle upon Tyne

Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket

AU$25
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket
Bar & Club queue jump entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Newcastle

Bar & Club Night entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Newcastle

AU$24
per adult
Bar & Club Night entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Newcastle
Unlock Newcastle's Secrets: A Historic In-App Audio Tour

Unlock Newcastle's Secrets: A Historic In-App Audio Tour

AU$17
per traveller
Unlock Newcastle's Secrets: A Historic In-App Audio Tour
River Tyne & Bridges

3 Hour Walking Tour through Newcastle upon Tyne

AU$60
per adult
3 Hour Walking Tour through Newcastle upon Tyne
3 Hours Culinary Flavor Trail Journey in Newcastle

3 Hours Culinary Flavor Trail Journey in Newcastle

AU$1,072
per adult
3 Hours Culinary Flavor Trail Journey in Newcastle
Berwick upon Tweed

3 day walking tour of Northumberland Coast and Castles

AU$3,189
per traveller
3 day walking tour of Northumberland Coast and Castles
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Our pick of the best Newcastle City Center Hotel Deals

Royal Station Hotel
Royal Station Hotel
3 out of 5
Neville Street, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England
The price is AU$111 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
AU$111
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,547 reviews)
Hotel stay
"Grnersly vrry good with spacious room, but bathroom a bit faded and with fixed shower head and bath with no taps it was hard to wash hair etc. Breakfast ok and adequate."

Reviewed on 20 Feb. 2025

Royal Station Hotel
County Hotel & County Aparthotel Newcastle
County Hotel & County Aparthotel Newcastle
4 out of 5
Neville Street, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England
The price is AU$137 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
AU$137
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Only thing that was not good was the creaking floors"

Reviewed on 21 Feb. 2025

County Hotel & County Aparthotel Newcastle
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
4 out of 5
Newgate Street, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England
The price is AU$133 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
AU$133
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
Central hotel. Clean and with lovely staff.
"Hotel was lovely. There was a nice atmosphere and everything was spotlessly clean. Room good size, bed maybe ready for renewal as matress sinking a bit and wasn't that comfortable. Make sure you pay for parking up front at Qpark or you won't get the discount...we didn't see that when booking. Special ..."

Reviewed on 19 Feb. 2025

Maldron Hotel Newcastle
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
4 out of 5
Gallowgate, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England
The price is AU$152 per night from 17 Mar to 18 Mar
AU$152
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
Noisy but nice
"Noisy overnight. Onsite eatery was limited menu options but excellent quality - would have liked somewhere sitting away from tv’s showing sports"

Reviewed on 18 Feb. 2025

Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
Leonardo Hotel Newcastle
Leonardo Hotel Newcastle
4 out of 5
Scotswood Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England
The price is AU$116 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
AU$116
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,073 reviews)
Good location for The arena
"Great staff"

Reviewed on 19 Feb. 2025

Leonardo Hotel Newcastle
Sleeperz Hotel Newcastle
Sleeperz Hotel Newcastle
3 out of 5
15 Westgate Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England
The price is AU$91 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
AU$91
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent service by the staff and the room is great for the price. In a great location to walk around Newcastle as well. My only one issue was there was some spiders in my room, most likely due to the bathroom not being super clean. I was only there for one night so didn't make a fuss. I would definitely ..."

Reviewed on 18 Feb. 2025

Sleeperz Hotel Newcastle
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Other neighbourhoods around Newcastle City Center

Quayside showing a bridge, modern architecture and a city

Quayside

If you're spending some time in Quayside, Quayside and Trinity Maritime Centre are top sights worth seeing.

Quayside
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Ouseburn

If you're spending some time in Ouseburn, Seven Stories and Victoria Tunnel are top sights worth seeing.

Ouseburn
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Jesmond

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Jesmond. Spend some time visiting top spots like Jesmond Dene Park, and catch the metro at West Jesmond Station or Jesmond Station to see more of the area.

Jesmond
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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.

Elswick
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Heaton

While Heaton isn't home to many top sights, Jesmond Dene Park and Jesmond Cricket Ground are some notable places to visit nearby.

Heaton
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Photo by Mark Smiles (CC BY-SA)

Fenham

Fenham is well liked for its restaurants and parks. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Leazes Park and St. James' Park are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Fenham

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