Westoe 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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket
Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh
Unlock Newcastle's Secrets: A Historic In-App Audio Tour
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 Westoe
Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead
Good hotel, walking distance to the metro centre. Comfortable and clean rooms.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
Great location. The stack is loud but can’t be helped we slept well anyway. Mattress is comfy and great selection of tea/coffee. Bad points: I asked for my room to be cleaned and it wasn’t. The shower water doesn’t fully drain away causing the bathroom floor to flood every time you use it. The condensation ...
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
Room was nice Breakfast was ok not the best you could tell it had been sitting there a while. Coffee machines weren’t working
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Malmaison Newcastle
Clean
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Copthorne Hotel Newcastle
Hotel was decent. Room ok, if a little dated. Staff were very helpful. Only real let down was the breakfast - undercooked sausages, overcooked eggs, waited 25 minutes for bacon and apparently they had run out of butter! Shame - spoiled an otherwise decent stay.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Grand Hotel Gosforth Park
Stayed for 1 night room only. Kettle didn’t work but too late to do anything about it. Reported it to reception on the way out and got a small apology. No offer of a cuppa.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Westoe
Tynemouth
Tynemouth is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Tynemouth Castle and Longsands Beach.
Seaburn
Seaside views and restaurants are notable features of Seaburn. You might consider stopping by Whitburn Sands while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Roker
Some popular features of Roker include its bars and seaside views. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Stadium of Light or Sunderland Empire are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
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.
Ashbrooke
When in Ashbrooke, you can plan a visit to Sunderland Empire and Stadium of Light, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Heaton
While Heaton isn't home to many top sights, Quayside and BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art are some notable places to visit nearby.
