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
Clean room nice and quiet, bed very comfortable and breakfast very good
Reviewed on 2026/3/23
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
Everything was as expected and what an amazing view
Reviewed on 2026/3/20
Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead
Staff very friendly and helpful. Food in restaurant was really good. Room too warm for us personally even with window open. Bathroom fixtures (bath/shower fittings) could do with being updated/modernised. Overall pleasant stay.
Reviewed on 2026/3/15
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
Spacious rooms, comfortable beds. Not enough shower pressure and longer lag to get the right room temperature. Loved the breakfast and very courteous staff
Reviewed on 2026/3/27
Copthorne Hotel Newcastle
Very small. Not much equipment
Reviewed on 2026/3/24
Malmaison Newcastle
Fantastic hotel
Reviewed on 2026/3/27
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.
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.
Team Valley
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Team Valley and surrounding area, you can visit Saltwell Park and Angel of the North.
