Newcastle upon Tyne

Most visitors base themselves right in this central core, close to the quayside and the bridges. Options range from boutique hotels like the Grey Street Hotel and Hotel du Vin Newcastle to reliable city-centre stays such as Premier Inn Newcastle City Centre by the Millennium Bridge and Motel One Newcastle. The Vermont Hotel and Malmaison Newcastle both sit close enough to the water to make the most of the river views, while self-catering options such as the All Saints Apartments, Armstrong Apartments and Charlton Bonds put you among the old merchant streets near the quayside. Further out, Holiday Inn Newcastle - Gosforth Park offers a quieter, greener base, and campsites and glamping pitches like West Wood Glamping, Bolam Lake Camping Paddock and Derwent Park Caravan and Camping Site open up the countryside beyond the city.

Newcastle upon Tyne has 43 attractions and things to do, with 19 particularly suited to family days out. The city's compact centre sits beside a dramatic river gorge crossed by seven famous bridges, with Georgian streets and a lively quayside to explore between visits.

The Discovery Museum offers hands-on displays and a Science Maze, with onsite dining and accessible facilities. The Great North Museum at Barras Bridge features captivating exhibits for all ages and wheelchair-friendly access throughout. Newcastle United Stadium Tours take you behind the scenes at St. James' Park, from the players' tunnel to the dugouts, for football fans of all ages. TeamSport Indoor Karting Newcastle welcomes young racers from age 8 upwards for high-speed action at Armstrong Works, Scotswood Road. The Life Science Centre combines hands-on exhibits with a planetarium and 4-D motion experiences.

Further afield in Morpeth, Belsay Hall Castle and Gardens showcases medieval architecture and landscaped gardens with family-friendly facilities including a restaurant and accessible amenities.

For eating nearby, try Turtle Bay, Miller And Carter or My Delhi. Several hotels are within reach: the Crowne Plaza Newcastle Stephenson Quarter, Maldron Hotel Newcastle and Hilton Newcastle Gateshead. Camping options include Old Hartley Caravan and Motorhome Club Site, Derwent Park Caravan and Camping Site and Byreside Caravan Site.

Newcastle upon Tyne has 759 restaurants and places to eat, with 672 rated on Google at an average of 4.5 out of 5. Of these, 511 hold a 5 food hygiene rating, and 91 are dog-friendly. The city's compact, walkable centre sits beside the River Tyne, crossed by seven famous bridges, with Georgian streets and quayside venues offering plenty of dining options.

Among the most recommended are Turtle Bay, rated 4.8 from 6586 reviews; Miller And Carter, 4.8 from 5801 reviews; and My Delhi, 4.8 from 5514 reviews. True Potential scores 4.9 from 3341 reviews. Manjaros is rated 4.7 from 4560 reviews, and Slug and Lettuce 4.7 from 3993 reviews.

The city centre is easy to explore on foot, and you can combine eating out with visits to the Discovery Museum, The Great North Museum, or Newcastle United Stadium Tours. If you're staying overnight, 85 hotels are listed nearby, including the Crowne Plaza Newcastle Stephenson Quarter, Maldron Hotel Newcastle, and Hilton Newcastle Gateshead.

For those with caravans or motorhomes, camping options include Old Hartley Caravan and Motorhome Club Site, Derwent Park Caravan and Camping Site, and Byreside Caravan Site. Nearby towns with their own separate listings are Sunderland, Gateshead, Washington, Houghton-Le-Spring, North Shields, Blaydon-on-Tyne, Ryton, and Tynemouth.

Newcastle upon Tyne offers 37 holiday cottages across the city, with 11 specifically suited to couples looking for a break in the north-east. The city centre is compact and walkable, lined with Georgian streets, while the River Tyne creates a dramatic gorge spanned by seven notable bridges that dominate the skyline and waterfront.

Holiday cottage accommodation is spread throughout Newcastle upon Tyne itself. Nearby towns including Gateshead and Sunderland have their own separate listings if you'd prefer to base yourself slightly outside the city centre.

For things to do during your stay, visit the Discovery Museum, The Great North Museum, or take Newcastle United Stadium Tours. The quayside offers plenty of atmosphere for evening walks, and the city has restaurants ranging from casual to fine dining: try Turtle Bay for Caribbean food, My Delhi for Indian cuisine, or Miller And Carter for steaks.

If you're flexible on accommodation type, the area also has 85 hotel rooms listed and 7 camping and caravan sites including Old Hartley Caravan and Motorhome Club Site, Derwent Park Caravan and Camping Site, and Byreside Caravan Site, should you want to compare options.