Newcastle City Center Travel Guide
Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Visit Newcastle City Center
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 acclaimed theatre scene.
Things to do
Unlock Newcastle's Secrets: A Historic In-App Audio Tour
Newcastle Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK
Top hotels in Newcastle City Center
Royal Station Hotel
lovely room nice clean and comfortable bed,hotel staff are very friendly and helpful very good stay.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
Very happy with the room (bed, shower, desk and tv great). Perfect location also. I will come back to try the food and drinks as was sadly only in the hotel for one night.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Grey Street Hotel
The location perfect
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
Clean comfortable and friendly staff
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Kabannas Newcastle
Staff really good position of the hotel,was perfect for going just about anywhere
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Newcastle
Not terrible, not amazing
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
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
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.
Heaton
While Heaton isn't home to many top sights, Jesmond Cricket Ground and Quayside are some notable places to visit nearby.
