Ouseburn 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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket
Newcastle upon Tyne Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour
Top hotels in Ouseburn
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Newcastle
"Always one of our favourites. Staff are always amazing, restaurant and bar are beautifully done and the rooms are so individual to other hotels, they have personality and you feel fully relaxed."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
The County Hotel, Newcastle
"Love the interior design of the hotel, the reception is beautiful the bar/restaurant looks lovely too, however room I was in wasn't up my my standards especially with what I paid. I think mini bar should be on request only and having a £50 holding fee/deposit is absurd. Won't be back again, was nice ..."
Reviewed on 21 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
"Always love our overnight stays at Lumley. Love the more quirky rooms in particular. Breakfast is always gorgeous, and well organised. Staff are all lovely, approachable, friendly, cheerful. The only two things I might say is that the Library Bar doesn't have a whole lot of choice for bigger plate ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Royal Station Hotel
"The staff very welcoming on arrival the receptionist Annabelle was so lovely very helpfull the room was very clean bar man and breakfast staff all very good service took there time to have a conversation with you would recommend to anyone great location bars all near hotel short walk to shops definitely ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
"Brilliant Stay! BRILLIANT hotel!"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ouseburn
Quayside
If you're spending some time in Quayside, Quayside and Bessie Surtees House 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.
Grainger Town
While visiting Grainger Town, you might make a stop by sights like Bigg Market and Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal.
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.
Elswick
If you're spending some time in Elswick, Utilita Arena Newcastle and Elswick Community Leisure Centre are top sights worth seeing.
