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
Newcastle Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK
Top hotels in Swalwell
Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead
Great stay
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Express Newcastle Gateshead by IHG
The room was good. Cleaned to a good standard
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
Everything about are stay was excellent.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
Room was spotless ,staff were helpful , the hotel was pretty close to everything , I’d book again
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Royal Station Hotel
Great staff and great service, with special mention to Rebecca who went above and beyond with her friendly service.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa
Friendly, helpful staff, lovely spacious room, enormous spa and pool complex, great breakfast.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods 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 there might not be top attractions in Elswick, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Utilita Arena Newcastle and O2 Academy 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.
Sunniside
While Sunniside may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Tanfield Railway and Causey Arch.
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
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.
Swalwell
- St. James' Park
- Quayside
- Beamish Open Air Museum
- The Glasshouse
- Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal
- Utilita Arena Newcastle
- Newcastle Racecourse
- Stadium of Light
- Gateshead Millennium Bridge
- Angel of the North
- Chinatown
- Kingston Park Stadium
- Tyne Bridge
- The Gate
- BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art
- Jesmond Dene Park
- Eldon Square Shopping Centre
- Diggerland
