Whickham
Newcastle-upon-Tyne
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
Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket
1-Hour and a Half Walking Guided Tour in Medieval Newcastle
Explore Newcastle in 90 Minutes with a Local
Northumberland: Full-Day Tour of Vera Filming Locations
Northumberland Castles & Coast–Online Self-Guided Road Trip Plan
Bar & Club Night entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Newcastle
Top hotels in Whickham
The Gibside Hotel
Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025
Dakota Newcastle
Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025
Copthorne Hotel Newcastle
Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025
County Hotel & County Aparthotel Newcastle
Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Whickham
Swalwell
Uncover some of the top draws of Swalwell like its shopping and restaurants. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, make a stop by Intu or Utilita Arena Newcastle.
Elswick
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Elswick and surrounding area, you can visit Utilita Arena Newcastle and O2 Academy Newcastle.
Team Valley
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Team Valley and surrounding area, you can visit Angel of the North and Utilita Arena Newcastle.
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.
Grainger Town
While visiting Grainger Town, you might make a stop by sights like Bigg Market and Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal.
Lemington
Lemington might not have many top sights, but Intu and Kingston Park Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.