Newcastle City Center
Newcastle-upon-Tyne
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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 enjoy retail therapy at Bigg Market. Discover the area's lively bars and its acclaimed theater scene.
Things to do
1-Hour and a Half Walking Guided Tour in Medieval Newcastle
Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket
Northumberland: Full-Day Tour of Vera Filming Locations
Explore Newcastle in 90 Minutes with a Local
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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
Consider a visit to Jesmond Cricket Ground and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Jesmond. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at West Jesmond Station or Jesmond Station.
Elswick
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Elswick and surrounding area, you can visit Utilita Arena Newcastle and O2 Academy Newcastle.
Heaton
Though Heaton might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Quayside and BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art.