Sunderland City Centre Travel Guide
Newcastle-upon-Tyne
Visit Sunderland City Centre
Popular places to visit
St. James' Park
Catch an event at St. James' Park during your trip to Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Discover the area's lively bars and its fascinating museums.
Quayside
Explore the waterfront in Newcastle-upon-Tyne with a trip to Quayside. Discover the area's lively bars and its acclaimed theatre scene.
The Glasshouse
Enjoy a show at The Glasshouse, a popular theatre in Gateshead. Experience the area's great live music and fascinating museums.
Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal
Enjoy a show at Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal, a popular theatre in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its lively bars.
Northumbria University
Walk around the campus at Northumbria University during your visit to Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this romantic area.
Castle Keep
You can browse the exhibits at Castle Keep, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Discover the area's lively bars and its great live music.
Top hotels in Sunderland City Centre
Holiday Inn Sunderland – City Centre by IHG
The staff is on check in and out were fantastic and room was great quality
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
Nice, clean and tidy. A friendly place and close to the start of the Great North Run which was ideal. Nice views of St. James Place.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
Comfortable room and excellent hotel location
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead
Spacious and clean room, comfortable bed. Traditional Decor. Good food decent breakfast, helpful staff. Good facilities.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Royal Station Hotel
Great stay super friendly staff and fantastic location for train travel
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Malmaison Newcastle
Lovely hotel. Stunning breakfast. Lovely bear area. Party of 4, all would return.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Sunderland City Centre
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.
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 The Marsden Grotto and Port Of Tyne 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 The Haven.
Lamesley
Lamesley is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Angel of the North and Tanfield Railway.
Ouseburn
If you're spending some time in Ouseburn, Seven Stories and Victoria Tunnel are top sights worth seeing.
Sunderland City Centre Travel Guide
- Mowbray Park
- St. James' Park
- Quayside
- Beamish Open Air Museum
- Port Of Tyne
- The Glasshouse
- University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne
- Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal
- Northumbria University
- Utilita Arena Newcastle
- Newcastle Racecourse
- Durham Castle
- Stadium of Light
- Lumley Castle
- Gateshead Millennium Bridge
- Chinatown
- Kingston Park Stadium
- Metrocentre
- BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art
- Eldon Square Shopping Centre
