Killingworth Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Killingworth
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.
Activities
Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket
Our pick of the best Killingworth Hotel Deals
Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead
Good hotel, walking distance to the metro centre. Comfortable and clean rooms.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
Great location, but no security as anyone could enter the lobby and accommodation floors via unsecured lifts.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
All staff helpful and kind
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Malmaison Newcastle
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Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Copthorne Hotel Newcastle
Excellent location, rooms face out looking over the river, very close to lots of restaurants, bars and the shops. Lovely walk along the quayside. Rooms spacious and clean and lovely seating areas to enjoy a lovely drink with a fabulous view.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Grand Hotel Gosforth Park
Nice room but the bed and pillows were far to hard for me
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Killingworth
Gosforth
Gosforth is a destination travellers like for its restaurants, and you might hop aboard the metro at South Gosforth Station or Ilford Road Station to explore sights like Saltwell Park.
Heaton
While Heaton isn't home to many top sights, Newcastle-upon-Tyne Civic Centre and Quayside are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Ouseburn
If you're spending some time in Ouseburn, Seven Stories and Victoria Tunnel are top sights worth seeing.
Newcastle City Center
Northumberland Street and Grey's Monument are top sights in Newcastle City Center, and you should be sure to explore the fantastic nightlife. Hop aboard the metro at Monument Station or Haymarket Station to see more sights in the area.
Quayside
If you're spending some time in Quayside, Quayside and Trinity Maritime Centre are top sights worth seeing.
