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
Unlock Newcastle's Secrets: A Historic In-App Audio Tour
Northumberland: Full-Day Tour of Vera Filming Locations
Explore Newcastle in 90 Minutes with a Local
Vera Half Day TV Locations Tour of Newcastle
Top hotels in Swalwell
Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead
Reviewed on 8 Sept 2025
Holiday Inn Express Newcastle Gateshead by IHG
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025
Royal Station Hotel
Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025
County Hotel & County Aparthotel Newcastle
Reviewed on 17 Sept 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.
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.
Team Valley
Team Valley might not have many top sights, but Saltwell Park and Angel of the North are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Swalwell
- St. James' Park
- Quayside
- Beamish Open Air Museum
- Utilita Arena Newcastle
- The Glasshouse
- Stadium of Light
- Newcastle Racecourse
- Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal
- Angel of the North
- Gateshead Millennium Bridge
- Diggerland
- Chinatown
- Eldon Square Shopping Centre
- Kingston Park Stadium
- Tyne Bridge
- BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art
