Roker Travel Guide
Newcastle-upon-Tyne
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Unlock Newcastle's Secrets: A Historic In-App Audio Tour
Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh
Newcastle Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK
Guided Walking Tour of Durham & its Infamous Characters
Top hotels in Roker
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
Staff very helpful
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead
The staff are so lovley they answered all my questions they where very welcomeing and your felt like part of the furniture i have two sen children and was very careing and inderstanding one of my little ones hurt his hand due to me giving him a glass my own fault and he cut his hand hand they were ...
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Copthorne Hotel Newcastle
Lovely location on the banks of the River Tyne with spacious, clean rooms. All the staff were very warm, welcoming, helpful & courteous. We were pleased to find a wide choice of breakfast foods were available but some did suffer from being kept in the hot trays too long. Plenty of parking was available ...
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
INNSiDE by Meliá Newcastle
Stayed for work trip. The room was amazing (river view)
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Delta Hotels Durham Royal County
Room was comfortable, staff courteous and good parking
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Grey Street Hotel
Excellent hotel
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Roker
Seaburn
Seaside views and restaurants are notable features of Seaburn. You might consider stopping by Whitburn Sands while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Sunderland City Centre
Well liked for its restaurants and museums, Sunderland City Centre is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Sunderland Empire and Northern Gallery for Contemporary Art, and jump on the metro at Park Lane Station to get around the city.
Westoe
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Westoe and you might want to plan a stop by The Marsden Grotto and Port Of Tyne while you're in the area.
Tynemouth
Tynemouth is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Tynemouth Castle and Longsands Beach.
Heaton
While Heaton isn't home to many top sights, Jesmond Cricket Ground and Quayside are some notable places to visit nearby.
Ouseburn
If you're spending some time in Ouseburn, Seven Stories and Victoria Tunnel are top sights worth seeing.
