Quayside Travel Guide
Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Popular places to visit
Quayside
Cross a futuristic tilting bridge, peruse artistic centers and relax with a drink in this modern part of the city.
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.
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.
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: True Crime Guided Tour
Top hotels in Quayside
Dakota Newcastle
Excellent quality hotel and staff very attentive. Made to feel very welcome and nothing a problem. Bed a little too firm for our liking but great room. Breakfast a little space for value but cooked lovely.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Malmaison Newcastle
Breakfast is great but let down by the inadequate gym/workout space and equipment. Some of the fitting (buttons for the lift etc…) need replacing. Good but slightly let down in a few key areas
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Royal Station Hotel
good
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead
Ideal for our family overnight stay during school holidays. Everything positive as we liked it. Convenient for the Metro Centre shopping and activities for the kids.
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
The County Hotel, Newcastle
Great staff and great location.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa
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Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Quayside
Ouseburn
If you're spending some time in Ouseburn, Seven Stories and Victoria Tunnel 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 Grainger Market and Central Arcade.
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.
Heaton
While Heaton isn't home to many top sights, Quayside and BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art are some notable places to visit nearby.
Elswick
If you're spending some time in Elswick, Utilita Arena Newcastle and Elswick Community Leisure Centre are top sights worth seeing.
