Newcastle City Center Travel Guide
Newcastle-upon-Tyne
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Chinatown
A collection of Asian restaurants and supermarkets create an interesting cultural district in Newcastle’s historic Grainger Town area.
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 great live music.
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.
Eldon Square Shopping Centre
During your trip to Newcastle-upon-Tyne, you can enjoy retail therapy at Eldon Square Shopping Centre. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply savour its lively bars.
Things to do
Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket
Unlock Newcastle's Secrets: A Historic In-App Audio Tour
Best of Newcastle Highlights Walking Tour
Top hotels in Newcastle City Center
Royal Station Hotel
good
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
The County Hotel, Newcastle
Stayed here for a business trip. Will stay again. Arrived early but room was ready
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
Great service and rooms. Good selection at breakfast.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Grey Street Hotel
Rooms are tiny and so are the beds we struggle in the room and hardly slept all night, good thing is the location but that’s all. They didn’t even have a bar in the hotel.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
Property was clean and tidy. Shower was spacious however room was very noisy even on the 10th floor and hot, fan was offered in the room as no air con available. Potentially could do with some updates and offer blackout blinds/curtains
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Newcastle
No breakfast and no parking
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Newcastle City Center
Grainger Town
While visiting Grainger Town, you might make a stop by sights like Grainger Market and Central Arcade.
Quayside
If you're spending some time in Quayside, Quayside and Trinity Maritime Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Ouseburn
If you're spending some time in Ouseburn, Seven Stories and Victoria Tunnel are top sights worth seeing.
Jesmond
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Jesmond. Spend some time visiting top spots like Jesmond Cricket Ground, and catch the metro at West Jesmond Station or Jesmond Station to see more of the area.
Elswick
If you're spending some time in Elswick, Utilita Arena Newcastle and Elswick Community Leisure Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Heaton
While Heaton isn't home to many top sights, Quayside and BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art are some notable places to visit nearby.
