Newcastle City Center Travel Guide
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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.
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.
Chinatown
A collection of Asian restaurants and supermarkets create an interesting cultural district in Newcastle’s historic Grainger Town area.
The Gate
From early in the morning until late at night, this leisure complex is a one-stop destination for dining and entertainment in Newcastle city center.
Newcastle-upon-Tyne St. Nicholas' Cathedral
Visit this historic church to see its fine stained-glass windows and one of Europe’s largest collections of ledger stones.
Bigg Market
During your trip to Newcastle-upon-Tyne, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Bigg Market. Discover the area's lively bars and its acclaimed theatre scene.
Things to do
Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket
Northumberland: Full-Day Tour of Vera Filming Locations
Bar & Club Night entry Party Pass to multiple venues in Newcastle
3 Hours Culinary Flavor Trail Journey in Newcastle
Unlock Newcastle's Secrets: A Historic In-App Audio Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Newcastle City Center
Grainger Town
While visiting Grainger Town, you might make a stop by sights like Bigg Market and Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal.
Quayside
If you're spending some time in Quayside, Quayside and Trinity Maritime Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Ouseburn
If you're spending some time in Ouseburn, Seven Stories and Victoria Tunnel are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Heaton
While Heaton isn't home to many top sights, Quayside and BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art are some notable places to visit nearby.
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- University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne
- Northumbria University
- Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal
- Chinatown
- Eldon Square Shopping Centre
- The Gate
- Newcastle-upon-Tyne St. Nicholas' Cathedral
- Bigg Market
- Northumberland Street
- Grey's Monument
- O2 Academy Newcastle
- Central Arcade
- Alderman Fenwick's House
- Life Science Centre
- Great North Museum-Hancock
- Laing Art Gallery
- Newcastle-upon-Tyne St. Mary's Cathedral
- Mill Volvo Tyne Theatre
- The Shefton Museum
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