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 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.
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.
Swalwell Hotel Deals
Holiday Inn Express Newcastle Gateshead by IHG
All good only challenge was no aircon in the room
Reviewed on 2026/3/31
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
Clean room,clean bathroom,new showers .Staff friendly.Downstairs was bar restaurant with lovely food and drinks
Reviewed on 2026/4/3
Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead
Good mostly clean hotel in a handy location. Room was beginning to look a little tired around the edges. Next to the Metrocentre and many shops and restaurants including a handy Toby Carvery for good value breakfast!
Reviewed on 2026/3/31
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
Modern, centrally situated hotel. Room was clean and bright, bar served generous portions of freshly made food. Staff were friendly and attentive. Good option for a short stay.
Reviewed on 2026/4/3
Copthorne Hotel Newcastle
This is such a lovely hotel! We opted for a Club room and I’m so glad we did😊 The room was really spacious with a floor to ceiling window framing the fabulous River Tyne view and easy chairs right by the window to enjoy it. The room has included WiFi which was strong enough to stream and a well ...
Reviewed on 2026/4/4
Dakota Newcastle
Room was excellent the staff couldn’t be more helpful and pleasant and the food was outstanding
Reviewed on 2026/4/4
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 Newcastle-upon-Tyne Discovery Museum are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
Lemington
Lemington might not have many top sights, but Newburn Leisure Centre and Tyne Green Country Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Grainger Town
While visiting Grainger Town, you might make a stop by sights like Bigg Market and Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal.
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.
