Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Newcastle travel guide

Newcastle Tourism | Newcastle Guide

You're Going to Love Newcastle

With a population of 7,444, Newcastle is a must-see destination in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Newcastle to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Newcastle

Newcastle in November
Estimated hotel price
£158
1 night at 3-star hotel
Newcastle in November
Estimated hotel price
£158
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Newcastle

Plane

Although Newcastle doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Belfast City Airport (BHD), which is located 28 miles from Newcastle. Londonderry Eglinton is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, easyJet, Aer Lingus and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom.

Car

Another option to get to Newcastle is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 157 miles from Newcastle. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Manchester.

Plane

Although Newcastle doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Belfast City Airport (BHD), which is located 28 miles from Newcastle. Londonderry Eglinton is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, easyJet, Aer Lingus and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom.

Car

Another option to get to Newcastle is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 157 miles from Newcastle. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Manchester.

Airports near Newcastle

LDYLondonderry Eglinton
BFSBelfast Intl
BHDBelfast City

Airlines serving Newcastle

KLM
Good (1,527 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,039 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,398 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,602 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,726 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,404 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,602 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,927 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,837 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,906 reviews)
China Southern
Good (153 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (1,046 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (306 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (689 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,640 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (188 reviews)
Loganair
Good (25 reviews)
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Where to stay in Newcastle

From 5-star hotels such as the Slieve Donard to great affordable options like the Cherryhill Lodge, Newcastle offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £122 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £157 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Newcastle

Most booked hotels in Newcastle

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Cherryhill Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (9.7, Excellent reviews)
£100+
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Hillyard House Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£135+
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The Dundrum Inn B&B
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£83+
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The Avoca Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£132+
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Harbour House Inn Newcastle, Northern Ireland
1 star
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£128+
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Slieve Donard
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£214+
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Hiring a car in Newcastle

Expect to pay £1.59 per litre in Newcastle (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £19.01 and £25.35.

Expect to pay £1.59 per litre in Newcastle (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £19.01 and £25.35.