Whickham Travel Guide
Newcastle-upon-Tyne
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.
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.
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.
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 Whickham
The Gibside Hotel
Friendly staff, great breakfast and conveniently located with parking out back, including EV charging spots. We forgot a bag in the room but the staff were happy to help when we arranged collection from reception.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
Lovely clean room, good facilities and great view of St. James' Park
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
Clean room Promot remedial action when flush stuck open in the loo. Nice food for dinner .
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Royal Station Hotel
Team welcoming and helpful. Room clean, comfortable bed
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead
Great stay
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa
Friendly, helpful staff, lovely spacious room, enormous spa and pool complex, great breakfast.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Whickham
Swalwell
You might appreciate the shopping and restaurants in Swalwell, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Metrocentre and Utilita Arena Newcastle are just a few notable stops.
Sunniside
While Sunniside may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Causey Arch and Metrocentre.
Elswick
While there might not be top attractions in Elswick, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Utilita Arena Newcastle and O2 Academy Newcastle.
Team Valley
Team Valley might not have many top sights, but Saltwell Park and Angel of the North are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Fenham
Fenham is well liked for its restaurants and parks. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, St. James' Park and Chinatown are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
Grainger Town
While visiting Grainger Town, you might make a stop by sights like Bigg Market and Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal.
Whickham Travel Guide
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- St. James' Park
- Quayside
- Beamish Open Air Museum
- Port Of Tyne
- Northumbria University
- The Glasshouse
- University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne
- Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal
- 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
- Exhibition Park
- Leazes Park
