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.
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.
Top hotels in Quayside
Dakota Newcastle
Excellent food and atmosphere with beautiful view of the river and first class bedroom and shower.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Malmaison Newcastle
VERY dated reception gloomy, dark and could do with a big refresh. Rest of hotel not too bad, bar lovely.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Royal Station Hotel
Good
Reviewed on 24 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
Excellent
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Lumley Castle Hotel
Lovely place to stay. Appreciate listed building. But attention by house keeping could be better. Mould around bath handles and plug drain. Duvet stained (duvet cover was slightly open and you could see stains on actual duvet) Pillow protectors need changing. Just needs attention to detail. With ...
Reviewed on 21 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 Central Arcade and Bigg Market.
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.
