Elswick Travel Guide
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.
The Glasshouse
This riverside concert hall of futuristic design is among Europe’s leading venues. Enjoy its spectacular acoustics, divine auditoriums and international acts.
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.
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
Top hotels in Elswick
Citysteps Hotels Newcastle West
Clean but basic. Ideal for us and felt really safe
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Rooms Inn
The TV in the room I stayed in did not have a remote control and the room has poor WiFi signal and the room keeper said bedsheets are changed once in four days, they should have mentioned that on the website, only the towels was changed when I requested a bedsheet change the next day. But I like ...
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
OYO The Bentleys Hotel
Slightly outside city centre in a cultural area with lots of cool restaurants nearby. Staff were friendly.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
Great efficient check in, friendly staff, clean room, yummy breakfast Would definatly stay here again
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead
great area as very close to Metrocente
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
Spacious rooms, comfortable beds. Not enough shower pressure and longer lag to get the right room temperature. Loved the breakfast and very courteous staff
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Elswick
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 Newcastle-upon-Tyne Discovery Museum 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.
Swalwell
You might appreciate the shopping and restaurants in Swalwell, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Metrocentre and Utilita Arena Newcastle are just a few notable stops.
Quayside
If you're spending some time in Quayside, Quayside and Live Theatre Newcastle are top sights worth seeing.
Whickham
Whickham is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Bowes Museum and Derwent Walk Country Park.