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.
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.
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.
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
Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket
Our pick of the best Whickham Hotel Deals
The Gibside Hotel
We enjoyed our stay. The room was good Parking was limited but there was pay andndisplay.parking across the road.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
An excellent price for the quality of room and amenities offered. Staff were friendly, showed interest. Booked for convenience to attend a gig but I got a much needed good night's sleep too and I cannot thank you enough!
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Royal Station Hotel
This is a lovely hotel right at the station in the city centre. It felt very safe and i appreciated the chain on the bedroom door for extra peace of mind as a solo traveller. The staff were friendly and professional. My room on the 4 floor was super clean, if a little tired looking. I liked the cosiness ...
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
We didn't eat breakfast when we stayed.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
INNSiDE by Meliá Newcastle
Our check-in was split up into two (given that one of the rooms within our party was not ready for check in) The girl who checked us in for on the first occasion was miserable and was not wearing a name badge (otherwise I would have complained about her) She failed to provide details regarding our ...
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead
Rooms are a little dated, but a comfortable stay nonetheless
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
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, Intu 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.
Lamesley
Lamesley is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Angel of the North and Tanfield Railway.
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- Visit Seaton Burn
- Visit Shiremoor
- Visit Shotley Bridge
- Visit South Shields
- St. James' Park
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- The Gate
- Tyne Bridge
- Visit Wallsend
- Visit Wylam
