Forest Hall 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.

Castle Keep
Visit the tower from which the city takes its name to hear wicked tales of frightening ghouls and life in the dungeon.
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 Forest Hall

The County Hotel, Newcastle
Good location. Quite expensive for such a Small room. very hot. No a/c and windows couldn’t be opened. The hairdryer was coated in a sticky substance. I won’t be returning
Reviewed on 3 May 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead
Breakfast very good
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026

Lumley Castle Hotel
cooked breakfast slightly overcooked but the breakfast menu was varied and good. Bedrooms are clean and feel part of the castle
Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa
The room was clean but had a bit of a musty odour
Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Dakota Newcastle
We booked a junior suite for a 2 night stay in Newcastle in April. My wife found this hotel online as we wanted to stay in town for a change. We arrived by car - option of valet parking (£40) or park at the lot behind the hotel - hotel as an air of Ralph Lauren interiors about it and the room was ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026

Maldron Hotel Newcastle
Great location
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Forest Hall

Killingworth
When in Killingworth, you can plan a visit to Newcastle Racecourse and Blue Flames Sporting Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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.

