Newcastle City Center Travel Guide
Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Visit Newcastle City Center
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Newcastle-upon-Tyne St. Nicholas' Cathedral
Visit this historic church to see its fine stained-glass windows and one of Europe’s largest collections of ledger stones.
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 great live music.
Things to do
Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket
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
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
The room was clean the staff in reception were really helpful with checking in!
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
we got an accessible room which we didnt want
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Royal Station Hotel
Big queue at check in at 3pm Otherwise room clean and warm and comfortable. Staff friendly. Great location.
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Grey Street Hotel
Lovely friendly staff perfect trip just cool your bathrooms down !
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Leonardo Hotel Newcastle
Competent stay, very friendly the hotel is always to a high standard.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
County Hotel & County Aparthotel Newcastle
Nice room, very friendly and efficient staff. Excellent full english breakfast!
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
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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 Newcastle-upon-Tyne Discovery Museum and Utilita Arena Newcastle.
Heaton
While Heaton isn't home to many top sights, Jesmond Cricket Ground and Quayside are some notable places to visit nearby.
