Elswick
Newcastle-upon-Tyne
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.
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 Elswick
Citysteps Hotels Newcastle West
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Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
OYO The Bentleys Hotel
Great stay on a budget giving all the amenities you could need and in a room of a decent size.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Rooms Inn
The staff were great, very efficient.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
The New Mill Apartments
We had a good stay, when ringing for support to find the entrance and how to enter was very supported and sent all necessary details, free parking close by and isn’t too far a drive away from everything. Very quiet no banging through the night etc.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2024
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
Everything about are stay was excellent.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Maldron Hotel Newcastle
The hotel is very user friendly and great location in the centre of town
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Elswick
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.
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.
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.
Quayside
If you're spending some time in Quayside, Quayside and Trinity Maritime Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Whickham
Whickham is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Bowes Museum and Derwent Walk Country Park.
