Tynemouth Travel Guide
Newcastle-upon-Tyne
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.
The Glasshouse
This riverside concert hall of futuristic design is among Europe’s leading venues. Enjoy its spectacular acoustics, divine auditoriums and international acts.
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.
University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne during your trip to Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply savour its lively bars.
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.
Things to do
Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket
Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh
Guided Walking Tour of Durham & its Infamous Characters
Top hotels in Tynemouth
The Tynemouth Castle Inn - The Inn Collection Group
"Perfect stay at a perfect location. Food and staff excellent"
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
The County Hotel, Newcastle
"Staff were so helpful, the room was well priced, albeit I stayed in a Sunday night. Had the small double, I'd have loved to seen a normal or big double because mine was just as big as any other double room I'd stayed in in other hotels."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
The Vermont Hotel Newcastle
"In theory this should be a great hotel however it’s so noisy at night. Should have realised when we got to the room and there were ear plugs at the side of the bed. Rooms are so hot and no air con so you have to open the windows then you get the noise. Should be told when booking that you won’t get ..."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Lumley Castle Hotel
Royal Station Hotel
"We only used this hotel as a base, can't comment on breakfast, bar etc. Fabulous location, right next to station and easy walk to everything we wanted....cocktail bars, restaurants, O2 city hall, riverside and metro station to the coast. Clean, excellent shower, helpful staff and reasonably ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
"N/A"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Tynemouth
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.
Killingworth
When in Killingworth, you can plan a visit to Newcastle Racecourse and Segedunum Roman Fort, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Seaburn
Seaside views and restaurants are notable features of Seaburn. You might consider stopping by Whitburn Sands while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Heaton
While Heaton isn't home to many top sights, Jesmond Cricket Ground and Quayside are some notable places to visit nearby.
Roker
Some popular features of Roker include its bars and seaside views. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Stadium of Light or Sunderland Empire are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Ouseburn
If you're spending some time in Ouseburn, Seven Stories and Victoria Tunnel are top sights worth seeing.
