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.
University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne during your trip to Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply savour 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.
Things to do
Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket
Guided Walking Tour of Durham & its Infamous Characters
Jedburgh, Scottish Borders: Bairnkine Farm Tour with Lucy
Top hotels in Killingworth
The County Hotel, Newcastle
"The hotel was beautifully situated right across from the railway station. The area isn't great with beggars, homeless and quite a lot of noise well into the early hours. Staff were great , really friendly. Room was very clean apart from a hair in the bath. No air conditioning which was a problem ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
The Vermont Hotel Newcastle
"Have stayed at vermont a few times now & we were shocked to find that you have to pay £20 now to use the car park when it was previously free! Had I known this I would have gone elsewhere . Room was really noisy as near railway line & birds squawking all night. We were left earplugs so obviously ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Lumley Castle Hotel
"A castle stay, this is perfect, good food. Beautiful bedrooms, lovely staff and fantastic building. I have been 6 times and I will go again, love the castle"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Royal Station Hotel
"Very spacious room. Great shower and comfortable bed. Breakfast was good too"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
"Brilliant Stay! BRILLIANT hotel!"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Dakota Newcastle
"Perfect hotel stay. 100% recommend this lovely hotel"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Killingworth
Gosforth
Gosforth is a destination travellers like for its restaurants, and you might hop aboard the metro at South Gosforth Station or Ilford Road Station to explore sights like Saltwell Park.
Heaton
While Heaton isn't home to many top sights, Jesmond Cricket Ground and Quayside are some notable places to visit nearby.
Jesmond
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Jesmond. Spend some time visiting top spots like Jesmond Cricket Ground, and catch the metro at West Jesmond Station or Jesmond Station to see more of the area.
Ouseburn
If you're spending some time in Ouseburn, Seven Stories and Victoria Tunnel are top sights worth seeing.
Newcastle City Center
Northumberland Street and Grey's Monument are top sights in Newcastle City Center, and you should be sure to explore the fantastic nightlife. Hop aboard the metro at Monument Station or Haymarket Station to see more sights in the area.
Quayside
If you're spending some time in Quayside, Quayside and Bessie Surtees House are top sights worth seeing.
