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.
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.
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.
Gateshead Millennium Bridge
Marvel at the impressive architectural feat of the tilting of this curved bridge and its tall arch allowing boats to pass.
Things to do
Hadrian's Wall, Roman Britain & Borders from Edinburgh
Annual Admission Newcastle Castle Ticket
3 Hour Walking Tour through Newcastle upon Tyne
Top hotels in Killingworth
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
Good location and breakfast
Reviewed on 21 Dec, 2025
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
Great location
Reviewed on 18 Dec, 2025
Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa
Nice hotel but noisy rooms from the corridor and surrounding rooms.
Reviewed on 16 Dec, 2025
Malmaison Newcastle
We upgraded for my birthday for the 3 days and our room was only cleaned the once. Had to ask house keeping for loo roll and clean towels and to top up tea/coffee disappointing as friends had stayed here and highly recommended it to us.
Reviewed on 15 Dec, 2025
Royal Station Hotel
Great location
Reviewed on 19 Dec, 2025
Village Hotel Newcastle
Warm welcome, clean rooms nice food and excellent staff. Great stay would definitely book again.
Reviewed on 2 Dec, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Killingworth
Gosforth
Gosforth is a destination travellers like for its restaurants, and you might hop aboard the metro at South Gosforth Station or Ilford Road Station to explore sights like Saltwell Park.
Heaton
While Heaton isn't home to many top sights, Jesmond Cricket Ground and Quayside are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
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.
Quayside
If you're spending some time in Quayside, Quayside and Live Theatre Newcastle are top sights worth seeing.
