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.
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
Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh
Our pick of the best Whickham Hotel Deals
The Gibside Hotel
"Lovely hotel with brilliant room - great amenities. The bathroom is particularly outstanding with a fabulous shower. Very good food menu also."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
The County Hotel, Newcastle
"The County Hotel is a beautiful old hotel that has been very well maintained. Breakfast is plentiful and the staff were great. Only improvement would be a better selection of toiletry items such as some lotion, shampoo and conditioner etc."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
The Vermont Hotel Newcastle
"Perfect for an overnight stay in centre of Newcastle. Parking right outside is helpful too. Nice enough hotel with spacious rooms but top floor rooms are right by the train track. If you’re a light sleeper you’ll need ear plugs. Apart from that all great."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Lumley Castle Hotel
"I enjoyed a very pleasant stay at this hotel. The setting is really nice, offering a calm and welcoming atmosphere throughout. The staff were all extremely friendly and helpful. Breakfast was particularly impressive, with an excellent selection across both the continental and cooked options, all ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
"We stayed just the one night, and were provided with a disabled access room, even though neither of us required that. We did not eat at the hotel. However, that meant the room was extremely spacious and it was very clean and well presented. Luckily the air conditioning was working well, unlike some ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Royal Station Hotel
"This hotel is old and a little shabby around the edges but it’s full of character and charm. What makes me return year after year are the FABULOUS staff! They are all so friendly and caring and helpful. Location is great directly accessible from train/metro stations."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
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, Metrocentre and Utilita Arena Newcastle are just a few notable stops.
Elswick
If you're spending some time in Elswick, Utilita Arena Newcastle and Elswick Community Leisure Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Team Valley
Team Valley might not have many top sights, but Angel of the North and Utilita Arena Newcastle 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 Newcastle-upon-Tyne Discovery Museum 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 Newburn Leisure Centre and Metrocentre.
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- Castle Keep
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- Visit Seaton Burn
- Visit Shiremoor
- Visit Shotley Bridge
- Visit South Shields
- St. James' Park
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- The Gate
- Tyne Bridge
- Visit Wallsend
- Visit Wylam
