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 collegiate vibe when you visit University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, during your trip to Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Stroll along the area's riverfront, or simply savor 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.
Castle Keep
Visit the tower from which the city takes its name to hear wicked tales of frightening ghouls and life in the dungeon.
Swalwell Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Express Newcastle Gateshead by IHG
Great place to stay for a cheap break. All good, breakfast was aversge
Reviewed on 2026/4/27
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 2026/5/3
Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead
Breakfast very good
Reviewed on 2026/4/29
Lumley Castle Hotel
Very friendly and helpful staff, a nice casual not stuffy place to stay with great breakfasts . A feature room is well worth the upgrade.
Reviewed on 2026/5/3
Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa
The room was clean but had a bit of a musty odour
Reviewed on 2026/5/5
Dakota Newcastle
Everything is beautiful, bedroom, bathroom, bar area. We ate in the grill restaurant which was also fabulous! The glazed cauliflower side is to die for! I would definitely recommend it.
Reviewed on 2026/5/4
Other neighborhoods 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 visiting Elswick, you might make a stop by sights like Utilita Arena Newcastle and Elswick Community Leisure Centre.
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 Chinatown are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
Lemington
Lemington might not have many top sights, but Newburn Leisure Centre and Metrocentre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Grainger Town
While visiting Grainger Town, you might make a stop by sights like Grainger Market and Central Arcade.
Newcastle City Center
Enjoy the fantastic nightlife in Newcastle City Center. Northumberland Street is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Monument Station or Haymarket Station to see more of Newcastle-upon-Tyne.
