Newcastle has long had a reputation as being a bustling, thriving, nightlife-packed city that is a go-to haven for students and also being famous for the hit TV show Geordie Shore. That’s certainly true, but the northern city is also an underrated destination for everyone from families and couples looking for a getaway.
It’s packed with world-class concert halls, art galleries and delicious foodie spots that will blow your mind. The aforementioned nightlife is some of the best in the country and it has a beautiful blend of history and heritage, plus plenty of green walks and idyllic riverside settings to unwind. This is Stayful’s list of top 5 must see places when enjoying an Airbnb stay in Newcastle.
1. The Glasshouse International Centre for Music
What is it? Iconic concert venue by the river Tyne that opened in 2004 and looks like a giant, shiny slug (in a good way).
Why go? Like the Sydney Opera House, the Glasshouse (formerly known as Sage Gateshead) is such a singular building that it’s worth visiting even if you’re not actually there for the music. If, however, that is why you’re here, the programme is made up of world-class classic, brass, jazz, blues, folk, we at Stayful think this is a must see for when visiting Newcastle, explore our nearby Airbnb properties here.
2. The Biscuit Factory
What is it? Contemporary art gallery and a top-notch brunch spot for traveling guests of Newcastle.
Why go? If this list is looking a little bit like a guide to the best artsy spots in Newcastle so far, well that’s because Newcastle is such a haven of creativity, it’s hard to stop showcasing these places. The Biscuit Factory is a commercial contemporary gallery, but if art isn’t your thing you need to come here anyway just to sample its fancy brunch menu, explore our nearby Airbnb properties here.
3. St James Park
What is it? Home of the Magpies since 1892 and one of the largest football grounds in the UK.
Why go? St James Park is the iconic home of Newcastle United (fun fact, the other St James Park football ground can be found in Exeter and it holds rather less than Newcastle’s 52,000). Take a tour of the stadium that includes all the behind-the-scenes info you could want, from sitting in the dressing room to walking through the tunnel, if you are a football fan like the team at Stayful, you will not regret a visit to this stadium, unless of course you are from Sunderland! explore our nearby Airbnb properties here.
4. Great North Museum: Hancock
What is it? Museum of Natural History and Ancient Civilisations on the Newcastle Uni campus, a must for people with a passion for history when visiting Newcastle
Why go? Whilst we’re just throwing the cultural recommendations at you, we might as well mention the Great North Museum, previously known as the Hancock Museum. It all started with the collection of a man (splendidly) named Marmaduke Tunstall. Now you can learn about everything from polar exploration to space travel at Great north museum, explore our nearby Airbnb properties here.
5. Rising Sun Country Park
What is it? A 400-acre park and nature reserve.
Why go? An ideal spot if you’re on foot or wheels. As well as being a beautiful park, the lake area is designated as a local nature reserve with habitats including grassland, woodland, pond, wetlands and a lake, plus there is a bird hide for keen twitchers, a great place to visit for some outdoor exploring when staying in Newcastle, explore our nearby Airbnb properties here.
More then just nightlife in Newcastle
All this an many more great experiences await you when visiting Newcaslte, as you can see Newcaslte is much more then just nightlife but is full of great experiences for families, couples and people of all kinds of interests, if you want to combine your visit to Newcastle with a great stay at an Airbnb property you can explore our unique Airbnb properties here.