Visit Sunderland
Where to stay in Sunderland

Sunderland City Centre
Well liked for its restaurants and museums, Sunderland City Centre is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Sunderland Empire and Northern Gallery for Contemporary Art, and jump on the metro at Park Lane Station to get around the city.

Seaburn
Seaside views and restaurants are notable features of Seaburn. You might consider stopping by Whitburn Sands while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Roker
Some popular features of Roker include its bars and seaside views. If you're in the mood to explore farther, Stadium of Light or Sunderland Empire are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.

Fulwell
Fulwell might not have many top sights, but Stadium of Light and Sunderland Empire are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Ashbrooke
When in Ashbrooke, you can plan a visit to Sunderland Empire and Stadium of Light, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Grand Hotel Sunderland
Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Sunderland
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

The Roker Hotel, BW Premier Collection
Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Studio/near Beach/garden/parking/petsok

NE1 City Studios & Apartments
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2025

Roomzzz Newcastle
Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025
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

Vera Half Day TV Locations Tour of Newcastle

Newcastle Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK
Cities near Sunderland
- Sunderland Empire
- North East Aircraft Museum
- Penshaw Monument
- Doxford International Business Park
- Souter Point Lighthouse
- Mowbray Park
- Sunderland Museum
- St Peter's Church
- St. James' Park
- Quayside
- Beamish Open Air Museum
- Durham University
- Port Of Tyne
- Northumbria University
- University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne
- Utilita Arena Newcastle
- Durham Cathedral
- The Glasshouse
- Newcastle Racecourse
- Durham Castle
- Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal
- Lumley Castle
- Castle Keep
- Angel of the North
- Seaton Carew Beach