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.
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.
Gateshead Millennium Bridge
Marvel at the impressive architectural feat of the tilting of this curved bridge and its tall arch allowing boats to pass.
Things to do
Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket
Guided Walking Tour of Durham & its Infamous Characters
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
Top hotels in Swalwell
Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead
Very professional and helpful staffing Definitely use this hotel again
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express Newcastle Gateshead by IHG
Clean and comfortable. Good service. Good breakfast. Actually no complaints at all.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
The staff were excellent. Location brilliant, room was immaculate. All of which has nothing to do with Expedia who were appalling in regards to our booking. Completely unhelpful, looking for extra money when we had mistakenly put in the wrong date. (Thank you Maldron for sorting ) A disgrace will ...
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
If you want a location which is literally a stone’s throw from NUFC or Newcastle city centre, this is the place. But you get what you pay for.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025
Malmaison Newcastle
Our room was very nice with plenty of space including a couch. The breakfast was very nice with a great selection.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Newcastle - Gosforth Park by IHG
Glean warm comfortable room. Excellent facilities
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Swalwell
Whickham
Whickham is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Bowes Museum and Derwent Walk Country Park.
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.
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.
Newcastle City Center
Northumberland Street and Grey's Monument are top sights in Newcastle City Center, and you should be sure to explore the fantastic nightlife. Hop aboard the metro at Monument Station or Haymarket Station to see more sights in the area.
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.
