Sunderland City Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Sunderland City Centre
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Popular places to visit

St. James\' Park

St. James' Park

4.5/5(7 reviews)

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.

St. James' Park
Quayside which includes a river or creek, modern architecture and a bridge

Quayside

4.5/5(24 reviews)

Cross a futuristic tilting bridge, peruse artistic centers and relax with a drink in this modern part of the city.

Quayside
Sage Gateshead featuring modern architecture and a city

The Glasshouse

4/5(4 reviews)

This riverside concert hall of futuristic design is among Europe’s leading venues. Enjoy its spectacular acoustics, divine auditoriums and international acts.

The Glasshouse
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
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
Gateshead Millennium Bridge featuring a sunset, a river or creek and a bridge

Gateshead Millennium Bridge

4.5/5(23 reviews)

Marvel at the impressive architectural feat of the tilting of this curved bridge and its tall arch allowing boats to pass.

Gateshead Millennium Bridge

Activities

The Hunt, An Exciting Cat-and-Mouse Game in Sunderland

The Hunt, An Exciting Cat-and-Mouse Game in Sunderland

AU$21
Per adult
The Hunt, An Exciting Cat-and-Mouse Game in Sunderland
River Tyne & Bridges

3 Hour Walking Tour through Newcastle upon Tyne

AU$59
Per adult
3 Hour Walking Tour through Newcastle upon Tyne
Newcastle True Crime Walking Tour

Newcastle True Crime Walking Tour

AU$35
Per adult
Newcastle True Crime Walking Tour
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
Blackfriars

Guided City Walking Tour of Newcastle

AU$59
Per adult
Guided City Walking Tour of Newcastle
Unlock Newcastle's Secrets: A Historic In-App Audio Tour

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

AU$17
Per adult
Unlock Newcastle's Secrets: A Historic In-App Audio Tour
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Our pick of the best Sunderland City Centre Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
Keel Square, Sunderland, England
Fully refundable
The price is AU$111 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
AU$111
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Sunderland. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (182 reviews)
Good place to stay for Sunderland Empire visit…
"Stayed overnight while visiting the Sunderland Empire. Ideal location. No parking but parked at St Marys across the road about 100 yards walk. Both room and breakfast were of a good standard …"

Reviewed on 16 Nov. 2024

Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre, an IHG 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$136 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
AU$136
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,012 reviews)
Calm cool vibe close to station
"Lovely calm vibe and great food in the restaurant"

Reviewed on 18 Nov. 2024

County Hotel & County Aparthotel Newcastle
The Vermont Hotel & Vermont Aparthotel
The Vermont Hotel & Vermont Aparthotel
4 out of 5
Castle Garth, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England
The price is AU$173 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
AU$173
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
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 helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
Good
"Good stay, rooms were comfy"

Reviewed on 12 Nov. 2024

The Vermont Hotel & Vermont Aparthotel
Royal Station Hotel
Royal Station Hotel
3 out of 5
Neville Street, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England
The price is AU$112 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
AU$112
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
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! (1,463 reviews)
"Beautiful building in main areas. Bedroom not so great but acceptable… Staff more than excellent. Would stay again."

Reviewed on 18 Nov. 2024

Royal Station Hotel
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
4 out of 5
Newgate Street, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England
The price is AU$130 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
AU$130
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
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! (1,001 reviews)
Christmas shopping trip
"Central hotel, easy check-in, friendly helpful staff,good breakfast"

Reviewed on 19 Nov. 2024

Maldron Hotel Newcastle
Copthorne Hotel Newcastle
Copthorne Hotel Newcastle
4 out of 5
The Close, Quayside, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England
The price is AU$101 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
AU$101
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,599 reviews)
One night stay
"Excellent location and friendly staff at the hotel."

Reviewed on 18 Nov. 2024

Copthorne Hotel Newcastle
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Other neighbourhoods around Sunderland City Centre

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Roker

4/5(1 area review)

Some popular features of Roker include its bars and seaside views. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Stadium of Light or Monkwearmouth Station Museum are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.

Roker
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Seaburn

4/5(1 area review)

Seaside views and restaurants are notable features of Seaburn. You might consider stopping by Whitburn Sands while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Seaburn
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Westoe

You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Westoe and you might want to plan a stop by The Marsden Grotto and Port Of Tyne while you're in the area.

Westoe
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Tynemouth

4/5(1 area review)

Tynemouth is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Tynemouth Castle and Longsands Beach.

Tynemouth
Angel of the North featuring skyline and a monument as well as a large group of people

Lamesley

Visitors to Lamesley enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Angel of the North is worth a stop.

Lamesley
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Ouseburn

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

Ouseburn

Sunderland City Centre Travel Guide

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