Gateshead

Travel Guide
Sage Gateshead showing a river or creek, modern architecture and a city
Feel the warm embrace of an angel as you enjoy the architectural wonders and modern art complexes of this northern town.

On the River Tyne’s southern bank, Gateshead is known for its stylish buildings and cultural exhibitions. The town shares the lively Quayside area near the river with its larger neighbor Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Explore innovative bridges and artistic hubs that make Gateshead among England’s most fascinating communes.

Admire the Angel of the North, an enormous structure 177 feet (54 meters) wide serving as a gentle embrace to town visitors. Capture photos of your family beside the statue to demonstrate its size.

Visit the town center on the River Tyne. Admire Quayside’s innovative architecture, with the Gateshead Millennium Bridge among the highlights. The structure joining the town to Newcastle has a state-of-the-art tilting feature to allow boats to pass underneath. Note the stunning architectural design of the curved footpath and grand arch.

Beside the bridge is the intriguing BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art, which is housed in a former mill. Browse the temporary displays on modern works that encourage reflection. Fun tours catered to kids are available. Visit the extraordinary glass bubble domes of Sage Gateshead next door. The concert venue is designed with excellent acoustics and architectural designs for the best possible sound quality.

Dine at one of the traditional pubs around the Quayside area. Local cuisine includes Newcastle Brown Ale and the Singin’ Hinny, which is a type of baked scone.

Expect warm summers and fairly mild winters with occasional heavy snowfall. Bring an umbrella and warm clothing in case of rain and wind. On a sunny day, head to Saltwell Park for its play areas, woodland gardens and picturesque views.

The town is just south of Newcastle in the northernmost part of England. Drive south from Edinburgh for 2.5 hours or north from London for 5 hours to get here. Flights are available from the rest of the country to Newcastle International Airport, which is 10 miles (16 kilometers) north of the town.

Gateshead is a historic town that places an emphasis on modern, innovative architectural wonders.

Where to stay in Gateshead

We lived in the North East of England for several years and I drove past the awesome Angel of the North pretty much every day.

This pic is towards the end of Winter but still cold, with snow and grey skies, sun trying to peek through the grey.

If you're in the wonderful North East, be sure to stop in off the motorway and check out the sheer size of this sculpture.

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Team Valley

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Team Valley and surrounding area, you can visit Saltwell Park and Angel of the North.

Team Valley
Angel of the North showing skyline and a monument as well as a large group of people

Lamesley

Visitors to Lamesley enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Angel of the North is worth a stop.

Lamesley
Leonardo Hotel Newcastle Quayside
Leonardo Hotel Newcastle Quayside
4 out of 5
South Shore Road, Gateshead, England
The price is ₩81,549 per night from Jun 16 to Jun 17
₩81,549
per night
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Gateshead. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
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"Great hotel for the money right in the city and big comfortable rooms with a desk too"

Reviewed on May 13, 2024

Leonardo Hotel Newcastle Quayside
Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead
Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead
4 out of 5
Marconi Way, MetroCentre, Newcastle, Gateshead, England
The price is ₩90,610 per night from Jun 2 to Jun 3
₩90,610
per night
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Gateshead. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (158 reviews)
Great service and facilities for a pleasant stay
"Great service and hotel was well equipped with everything you need for a pleasant stay. Good location for the metro centre and easy to get to A1 and surrounding areas. Leisure facilities are good- swimming pool and sauna/steam and gym. Sunday was overrun with kids jumping in and couldn’t swim at ..."

Reviewed on May 13, 2024

Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead
Hilton Newcastle Gateshead
Hilton Newcastle Gateshead
4 out of 5
Bottle Bank, Gateshead, England
The price is ₩123,690 per night from May 17 to May 18
₩123,690
per night
May 17 - May 18
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Gateshead. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Fabulous location fir exploring Newcastle
"Perfect location. From our room we were lucky enough to have an amazing view of the Tyne Bridge. Presenter drinks on the outdoor terrace were lovely and a swim in the pool was a great start and end to a busy day sightseeing. Would highly recommend!"

Reviewed on May 12, 2024

Hilton Newcastle Gateshead
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Alexander Apartments Gateshead 2
Alexander Apartments Gateshead 2
3 out of 5
14 Bewick Road, Gateshead, England
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Gateshead. Enjoy parking (surcharge) and housekeeping. Popular attractions Quayside and St. James' Park are located nearby.
7.8/10 Good! (7 reviews)
"We had issue with our original property. However, it was esybto communicate with the staff and they promptly moved us to a different property which is even much more better than the previous. Staff were courteous and responded to our needs promptly. Its been less than a few days we moved out. Hence, ..."

Reviewed on Dec 25, 2023

Alexander Apartments Gateshead 2
Eslington Villa
Eslington Villa
3 out of 5
8 Station Road, Low Fell, Gateshead, England
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Gateshead. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Quayside and St. James' ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (210 reviews)
"A lovely stay"

Reviewed on May 2, 2024

Eslington Villa
Mulberry Aparthotel
Mulberry Aparthotel
3 out of 5
Walker Terrace, Gateshead, England
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Gateshead. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and premium bedding. Popular attractions Quayside and St. James' Park are located ...
5/10 (2 reviews)
Great stay and perfect location
"We stayed as a group of 8 ladies, we we watching a show at the stage making this apartment the perfect location. Directly outside the metro station, with a few minutes walk. The apartment had everything we needed, it was spotlessly clean and the beds were super comfy. Would highly recommend"

Reviewed on Jan 28, 2024

Mulberry Aparthotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Oct 12, 2018

Food was great too!

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