Newcastle City Center
Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Visit Newcastle City Center
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Chinatown
A collection of Asian restaurants and supermarkets create an interesting cultural district in Newcastle’s historic Grainger Town area.
The Gate
From early in the morning until late at night, this leisure complex is a one-stop destination for dining and entertainment in Newcastle city center.
Eldon Square Shopping Centre
During your trip to Newcastle-upon-Tyne, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Eldon Square Shopping Centre. Stroll along the area's riverfront, or simply savor its lively bars.
Northumberland Street
During your visit to Newcastle-upon-Tyne, you can enjoy retail therapy at Northumberland Street. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theater scene.
Things to do
Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket
Unlock Newcastle's Secrets: A Historic In-App Audio Tour
Northumberland Castles & Coast–Online Self-Guided Road Trip Plan
Newcastle: Grainger Town & Quayside Street Food Tour
Top hotels in Newcastle City Center
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
Clean room,clean bathroom,new showers .Staff friendly.Downstairs was bar restaurant with lovely food and drinks
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026
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 Apr 3, 2026
Grey Street Hotel
Dirty socks on bathroom floor on arrival, notified reception but no one came to take the socks away, no apology received or any gesture to apologise. Other than that everything was else for our stay was fine.
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026
Royal Station Hotel
It was very convenient location and many shops around and great stay
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026
Four Points Flex by Sheraton Newcastle
Staff refused to let us store food temporarily or use the microwave, saying it was “for breakfast only.” The response was a scripted, corporate line rather than any kind of reasonable customer service. We were travelling with two children under five and simply needed to heat food for one minute in ...
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026
County Hotel & County Aparthotel Newcastle
Friendly staff and
Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Newcastle City Center
Grainger Town
While visiting Grainger Town, you might make a stop by sights like Bigg Market and Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal.
Quayside
If you're spending some time in Quayside, Quayside and Live Theatre Newcastle are top sights worth seeing.
Ouseburn
If you're spending some time in Ouseburn, Seven Stories and Victoria Tunnel are top sights worth seeing.
Jesmond
Consider a visit to Jesmond Cricket Ground and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Jesmond. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at West Jesmond Station or Jesmond Station.
Elswick
While visiting Elswick, you might make a stop by sights like Utilita Arena Newcastle and Elswick Community Leisure Centre.
Heaton
Though Heaton might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Newcastle-upon-Tyne Civic Centre and Quayside.
