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.
Where to Eat in Newcastle
If you’re looking for affordable options, Raval Luxury Restaurant & Bar (Church Street Gateshead Quays) and Mourne Seafood Bar (10 Main Street) are great picks.
When to visit Newcastle
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 45 km from Newcastle.
Car
Another option to get to Newcastle is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 253 km from Newcastle. You’ll find branches of DRIVALIA and Budget, among others, in Manchester.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Newcastle, including National Express, Bus and Hannon Coach. From Dublin, the bus ride to Newcastle takes 241 km and will cost you around AED 129. From Glasgow, the ticket costs about AED 364 for a journey of 523 km.
Airlines serving Newcastle
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 AED 559 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 596 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Newcastle
Hiring a car in Newcastle
Expect to pay AED 6.40 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 AED 76.69 and AED 102.25. The most frequently booked car type in Newcastle is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Vauxhall Crossland or similar) is, on average, 61% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.