Sunderland City Centre Travel Guide

Newcastle-upon-Tyne

Sunderland City Centre
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Popular places to visit

St. James\' Park

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.

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

Quayside

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

Quayside
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
Sage Gateshead which includes modern architecture and a 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.

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
Castle Keep featuring heritage architecture and a city

Castle Keep

Visit the tower from which the city takes its name to hear wicked tales of frightening ghouls and life in the dungeon.

Castle Keep

Things to do

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

The Hunt, an exciting cat-and-mouse game in Sunderland

Rp200.888
per adult
The Hunt, an exciting cat-and-mouse game in Sunderland
Newcastle’s Historic Pub Private Tour

Newcastle’s Historic Pub Private Tour

Rp12.302.003
per adult
Newcastle’s Historic Pub Private Tour
River Tyne & Bridges

3 Hour Walking Tour through Newcastle upon Tyne

Rp657.801
per adult
3 Hour Walking Tour through Newcastle upon Tyne
Newcastle True Crime Walking Tour

Newcastle True Crime Walking Tour

Rp397.349
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

Rp274.084
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket
Explore Newcastle in 90 Minutes with a Local

Explore Newcastle in 90 Minutes with a Local

Rp3.464.419
per adult
Explore Newcastle in 90 Minutes with a Local
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Top hotels in Sunderland City Centre

Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG

4 out of 5
Keel Square, Sunderland, England
The price is Rp1.084.899 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp1.084.899
Rp1.301.878 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Sunderland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (272 reviews)
"A lovely clean hotel with just a couple of minus points. The breakfast was very mediocre, hard overcooked eggs, dry overcooked bacon and cheap sausages. No parking, but there is a multi story nearby that cost £18.80 for the night. That to me is expensive."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel

Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel

4 out of 5
Gallowgate, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.241.903 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp1.241.903
Rp1.490.240 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Great venue for city centre."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
Dakota Newcastle

Dakota Newcastle

3 out of 5
112 Quayside, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Quayside and St. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (158 reviews)
Excellent new luxury hotel
"Excellent stay - brand new hotel which is very clean and maintained."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

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Dakota Newcastle
Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead

Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead

4 out of 5
Marconi Way, MetroCentre, Newcastle, Gateshead, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.075.782 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp1.075.782
Rp1.290.939 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Gateshead. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (499 reviews)
Teko
"We enjoyed our stay at your hotel a little. lot better than the previous visits as we had no water on the first visit and could not use the water on the second as it was boiling hot to the touch"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead
County Hotel & County Aparthotel Newcastle

County Hotel & County Aparthotel Newcastle

4 out of 5
Neville Street, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,033 reviews)
"Overall nice family time we spend together."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

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County Hotel & County Aparthotel Newcastle
Royal Station Hotel

Royal Station Hotel

3 out of 5
Neville Street, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England
The price is Rp1.095.560 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
Rp1.095.560
Rp1.314.672 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,613 reviews)
"I really enjoyed staying there as my first time in newcastle. The hotel is located in such a perfect spot! next to the station, metro and its in the perfect spot within the city!"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Royal Station Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Sunderland City Centre

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Roker

3.5/5(15 area reviews)

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

Roker
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Seaburn

4/5(31 area reviews)

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

4.5/5(10 area reviews)

You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Westoe and you might want to plan a stop by Ocean Beach Pleasure Park and The Marsden Grotto while you're in the area.

Westoe
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Tynemouth

4.5/5(49 area reviews)

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

Lamesley is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Angel of the North and Tanfield Railway.

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