Whickham Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
The Glasshouse
This riverside concert hall of futuristic design is among Europe’s leading venues. Enjoy its spectacular acoustics, divine auditoriums and international acts.
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.
Castle Keep
Visit the tower from which the city takes its name to hear wicked tales of frightening ghouls and life in the dungeon.
Activities
Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket
Vera Half Day TV Locations Tour of Newcastle
1-Hour and a Half Walking Guided Tour in Medieval Newcastle
Our pick of the best Whickham Hotel Deals
The Gibside Hotel
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Royal Station Hotel
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Dakota Newcastle
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead
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Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
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County Hotel & County Aparthotel Newcastle
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Other neighbourhoods around Whickham
Swalwell
You might appreciate the shopping and restaurants in Swalwell, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Intu and Utilita Arena Newcastle are just a few notable stops.
Elswick
While there might not be top attractions in Elswick, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Utilita Arena Newcastle and O2 Academy Newcastle.
Team Valley
Team Valley might not have many top sights, but Saltwell Park and Angel of the North are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Grainger Town
While visiting Grainger Town, you might make a stop by sights like Bigg Market and Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal.
Lemington
Though Lemington may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Intu and Kingston Park Stadium.
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