Killingworth 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 Killingworth
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
Malmaison Newcastle
Clean
Reviewed on 8 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
INNSiDE by Meliá Newcastle
Good location
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa
Great spa facilities the food was great very relaxing and informal staff always happy to assist and very pleasant all round
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Killingworth
Gosforth
Gosforth is a destination travellers like for its restaurants, and you might hop aboard the metro at South Gosforth Station or Ilford Road Station to explore sights like Saltwell Park.
Heaton
While Heaton isn't home to many top sights, Quayside and BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Ouseburn
If you're spending some time in Ouseburn, Seven Stories and Victoria Tunnel are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Quayside
If you're spending some time in Quayside, Quayside and Trinity Maritime Centre are top sights worth seeing.
