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.

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.

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.
Activities

Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket
Our pick of the best Swalwell Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Express Newcastle Gateshead by IHG
Staff great,supse friendly but the hotel quite old.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
Very friendly staff at check in and out and hotel great location for the football stadium!
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead
Travelled with my daughter and her two boys love this hotel been back twice now loved the gym the pool the sauna coming back in march the food was expensive though and we ate out lovely beautifull hotel would highly recomend well done Delta Hotel
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Malmaison Newcastle
Great location by the River Tyne, perfect for a stroll. Near lovely restaurants and bars.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Maldron Hotel Newcastle
Our room was spotless , staff were all lovely but above all the bed was soooo comfy . Mandy
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Delta Hotels Durham Royal County
Superb weekend
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Swalwell

Whickham
Whickham is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Bowes Museum and Derwent Walk Country Park.

Elswick
If you're spending some time in Elswick, Utilita Arena Newcastle and Elswick Community Leisure Centre are top sights worth seeing.

Fenham
Fenham is well liked for its restaurants and parks. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, St. James' Park and Chinatown are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Lemington
Though Lemington may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Metrocentre and Kingston Park Stadium.

Grainger Town
While visiting Grainger Town, you might make a stop by sights like Grainger Market and Bigg Market.

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.
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- Visit Berwick Hill
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- Visit Birtley
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- Visit Burnopfield
- Castle Keep
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- Visit Chopwell
- Eldon Square Shopping Centre
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- Visit North Shields
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- Visit Rowlands Gill
- Visit Ryton
- Visit Seaton Burn
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- Visit Shiremoor
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