North East England
Travel Guide
Visit North East England
Where to stay in North East England
Newcastle City Center
Enjoy the fantastic nightlife in Newcastle City Center. Northumberland Street is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Monument Station or Haymarket Station to see more of Newcastle-upon-Tyne.
Jesmond
Popular among students, Jesmond boasts a lively atmosphere with bars, restaurants, and cafes along Osborne Road and Acorn Road. Easily accessible via three Tyne and Wear Metro stations, it's also home to Jesmond Dene woodland and historic churches.
Gosforth
Boasting sports facilities like Gosforth Swimming Pool and Newcastle Racecourse, this suburb is also home to Gosforth High Street, featuring local shops, pubs, and cafés. Easily accessible via three Tyne & Wear Metro stations.
Sunderland City Centre
Well-liked for its restaurants and museums, Sunderland City Centre is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Sunderland Empire and Northern Gallery for Contemporary Art, and jump on the metro at Park Lane Station to get around the city.
Seaburn
Seaside resort with sandy blue flag beach, promenades, and amusement arcades, Seaburn offers a variety of dining options around Queens Parade and convenient access to the Tyne and Wear Metro.
Grainger Town
While visiting Grainger Town, you might make a stop by sights like Bigg Market and Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal.
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
The room and stay was terrible no sleep dirty mattress and bedding noise all night had to leave on Saturday so for 265 was waste money
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026
Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa
Great facilities and friendly staff, rooms in the old part of hotel could use some updating
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026
Malmaison Newcastle
Great service check in lovely breakfast clean and spacious room
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
Roomzzz Newcastle
Great location, friendly staff, laid back atmosphere
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
Beautiful 1-bed Apartment in Gateshead
91 Aparthotel Jesmond Road
The lady who checked us in was really friendly + helful
Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026
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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.
Alnwick Castle
You can find out about the history of Alnwick with a trip to Alnwick Castle. Amble around this relaxing area's picturesque gardens and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Quayside
Cross a futuristic tilting bridge, peruse artistic centers and relax with a drink in this modern part of the city.
Bamburgh Castle
You can find out about the history of Bamburgh with a visit to Bamburgh Castle. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Durham University
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Durham University, during your trip to Durham. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.
Beamish Open Air Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Beamish Open Air Museum in Beamish. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront and enjoy its lively bars.
Things to do
Best of Bath Walking Tours - Georgian Tour
Tootbus Bath Discovery Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Bath: Guided Tour of Iconic Bridgerton Filming Locations
St Mary Redcliffe Church Bristol: Guided Tour
- Alnwick Castle
- St. James' Park
- Bamburgh Castle
- Quayside
- The Glasshouse
- Port Of Tyne
- Durham University
- Beamish Open Air Museum
- Durham Cathedral
- Northumberland National Park
- Newcastle-upon-Tyne Theatre Royal
- Northumbria University
- University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne
- Durham Castle
- Utilita Arena Newcastle
- Barnard Castle
- Alnwick Garden
- Newcastle Racecourse
- Lumley Castle
- Kielder Water and Forest Park
- Stadium of Light
- Teesside University
- Gateshead Millennium Bridge
- Lindisfarne Castle
- Castle Keep
- Angel of the North
- Sunderland Empire
- Housesteads Fort and Museum - Hadrian's Wall
- Vindolanda
