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.
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.
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.
Castle Keep
Visit the tower from which the city takes its name to hear wicked tales of frightening ghouls and life in the dungeon.
Things to do
Celtic Boyne Valley and Ancient Sites Tour From Dublin
Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket
Unlock Newcastle's Secrets: A Historic In-App Audio Tour
Top hotels in Roker
The Roker Hotel, BW Premier Collection
The hotel was in a great place. The staff were friendly and professional. The room was clean and spacious.
Reviewed on Oct 31, 2025
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
The staff were very friendly and very efficient will definately go there again
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
Friendly staff. Immaculate room. Great location.
Reviewed on Oct 30, 2025
INNSiDE by Meliá Newcastle
Stunning hotel, clean, comfy was amazing and the river view topped it off which was not expected. Everything you need I will definitely stay here again close to everything
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025
Dakota Newcastle
Really nice hotel!
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
Copthorne Hotel Newcastle
Fabulous reception staff, great location and parking good. Nice clean room 🙂
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Roker
Seaburn
Seaside views and restaurants are notable features of Seaburn. You might consider a stop by Whitburn Sands while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Sunderland City Centre
Well-liked for its restaurants and museums, Sunderland City Centre is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Sunderland Empire and Northern Gallery for Contemporary Art, and jump on the metro at Park Lane Station to get around the city.
Westoe
Westoe is well-liked for its restaurants. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like Ocean Beach Pleasure Park and The Marsden Grotto.
Tynemouth
Tynemouth is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Tynemouth Castle and Longsands Beach.
Heaton
Though Heaton might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Jesmond Cricket Ground and Quayside.
Ouseburn
If you're spending some time in Ouseburn, Seven Stories and Victoria Tunnel are top sights worth seeing.
