Tynemouth Travel Guide
Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Popular places to visit
Tynemouth Castle
Find out about the history of North Shields when you spend time at Tynemouth Castle. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Northumberlandia
You can learn about the history of North Shields when you stop by Northumberlandia. Discover the area's lively bars and its acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
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.
The Glasshouse
This riverside concert hall of futuristic design is among Europe’s leading venues. Enjoy its spectacular acoustics, divine auditoriums and international acts.
Things to do
Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket
Celtic Boyne Valley and Ancient Sites Tour From Dublin
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 Tynemouth
The Tynemouth Castle Inn - The Inn Collection Group
Very helpful and friendly staff! Breakfast was grand.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
Great location and good service.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
Staff were very helpful, I was able to check into my room 2h early and check our 2h late (late checkout fee). Room was large, cold (as I like it) with plenty of plugs including USB on the sockets. Breakfast was good. The best was comfortable.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead
Check in staff great, lovely room, food excellent
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
INNSiDE by Meliá Newcastle
Friendly arrival. Room cleaning thorough
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Dakota Newcastle
Everything about this hotel is amazing, the staff go above and beyond, the rooms are spotless, the beds are incredibly comfortable.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Tynemouth
Westoe
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Westoe and you might want to plan a stop by Ocean Beach Pleasure Park and The Marsden Grotto while you're in the area.
Killingworth
When in Killingworth, you can plan a visit to Newcastle Racecourse and Blue Flames Sporting Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Seaburn
Seaside views and restaurants are notable features of Seaburn. You might consider stopping by Whitburn Sands while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Heaton
While Heaton isn't home to many top sights, Jesmond Cricket Ground and Quayside are some notable places to visit nearby.
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 National Glass Centre are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Ouseburn
If you're spending some time in Ouseburn, Seven Stories and Victoria Tunnel are top sights worth seeing.
