Sunderland City Centre Travel Guide
Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Visit Sunderland City Centre
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.
Top hotels in Sunderland City Centre
Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG
Comdfy bed and decent wi fi
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
Good location Good restaurant options
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
Great hotel in excellent location. All staff were really friendly and provided helpful information about the hotel's services. Bed was very comfortable and room was a good size and very clean. Quality bed linen and towels too. Plenty of choice of cooked and continental style breakfast items. Really ...
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025
INNSiDE by Meliá Newcastle
This has to be one of the best hotels in Newcastle, it was so clean and fairly quiet at night offering a good nights sleep, bed was comfy and absolutely HUGEEE, staff were lovely with easy check-in and the quayside (river) view from the window was lovely. Would stay again and recommend to ...
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead
It again was a good stay.
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Dakota Newcastle
Should definitely be given another star by Hotels.com and rated as a 4 Star hotel. It gives 5 Star quality and service. Shame no pool but If thats all thats stopping them being a 4 Star hotel its a bit hard in my mind
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Sunderland City Centre
Ashbrooke
When in Ashbrooke, you can plan a visit to Sunderland Empire and Stadium of Light, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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 National Glass Centre are worth checking out in the surrounding nearby area.
Seaburn
Seaside views and restaurants are notable features of Seaburn. You might consider stopping by Whitburn Sands while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Westoe
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Westoe and you might want to plan a stop by Ocean Beach Pleasure Park and The Marsden Grotto while you're in the area.
Tynemouth
Tynemouth is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Tynemouth Castle and Longsands Beach.
Lamesley
Lamesley is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Angel of the North and Tanfield Railway.
Sunderland City Centre Travel Guide
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