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.
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.
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.
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
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
Room 435 was initially ok until young men on rugby tour were so loud up and down the corridor even knocking on our door at 1am. The pillows were very hard the duvets far too heavy. The breakfast was cold and many things had run out as the restaurant was so busy with the rugby teams.. This is always ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
We went so you dont have too! Music from bar opposite till gone midnight meant 2 nights little sleep with all noise after traffic etc breakfast nevwr replenished staff at breakfast so rude save your money book somewhere else they think its finny at reception when they ask you how was stay and you ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Royal Station Hotel
An ideal stay for a short trip to Newcastle. Very helpful and friendly staff. The room was as expected for what we paid: spacious and well laid out with tea/coffee facilities and a small fridge. It was a bit dated, but that didn’t affect our stay. The pool was run-down and not worth the extra £5 ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
The County Hotel, Newcastle
Best location for train station
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Grey Street Hotel
Excellent breakfast good choice,room was ideal on the first floor
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Newcastle
Room clean but missing that extra sparkle, finger smudges etc Staff very friendly and helpful Breakfast good
Reviewed on 12 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 Bigg Market and Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal.
Quayside
If you're spending some time in Quayside, Quayside and Live Theatre Newcastle 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, Newcastle-upon-Tyne Civic Centre and Quayside are some notable places to visit nearby.
