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.
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
Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh
Unlock Newcastle's Secrets: A Historic In-App Audio Tour
Top hotels in Killingworth
Royal Station Hotel
Shocking data rooms. Beds need replaciny
Reviewed on 25 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
Hotel dirty , shabby and poorly maintained. Disgusting stains on bed bases, dirt all around skirting boards, carpet stained, chair has a hole, curtains stained with brown, noisy, toilet didn’t stop running water, shower terrible, I could still go on.. save your money stay somewhere else.. I wish ...
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Lumley Castle Hotel
Unique experience staying in a castle. Stairs are a feature with a narrow spiral staircase to our room, fortunately we had small pieces of luggage. Restaurant food very good but at a price. Inconsiderate parking by some guests was annoying.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Dakota Newcastle
Beautiful hotel, could not fault this at all
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
Lovely hotel, clean and tidy. Staff were lovely. Breakfast was great. Great location
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Killingworth
Gosforth
Gosforth is a destination travellers like for its restaurants, and you might hop aboard the metro at South Gosforth Station or Ilford Road Station to explore sights like Saltwell Park.
Heaton
While Heaton isn't home to many top sights, Quayside and BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art 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.
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.
Quayside
If you're spending some time in Quayside, Quayside and Trinity Maritime Centre are top sights worth seeing.
