Whether you’re arriving in Newcastle by train, car, or plane, you’ll find no shortage of fantastic hotels to suit your stay. Start your weekend in style by checking into one of Newcastle and Gateshead’s top stays, each offering the perfect blend of comfort, luxury, and convenience.

For stunning Quayside views, the Hilton Newcastle Gateshead is a standout choice, while the Crowne Plaza Newcastle combines modern design with excellent amenities. If a boutique experience is more your style, the Grey Street Hotel offers an elegant city-centre base, or opt for a sophisticated riverside retreat nearby. For chic interiors and a stylish bar on the Quayside, look no further than Dakota Newcastle.

Eldon Square is the city centre shopping destination that truly has it all! From fashion and beauty to food, drink, and so much more. With over 140 retailers and 30 restaurant options all under one roof, it’s the perfect place to shop, dine, and spend the day exploring. It really is the perfect place to tick off your Christmas list and soak up the festive atmosphere.

Whether you’re hunting for the latest trends, treating yourself to something special, or simply enjoying a delicious meal, you’ll be spoilt for choice at every turn. Trust us, with so much on offer, you won’t want to leave! By the end of your visit, expect to be heading home with bags full of clothes, accessories, treats, and plenty of festive finds.

Wander the aisles at Grainger Market and find stall after stall of local traders, butchers, fishmongers and bakers alongside artisan makers, retail and craft beer enthusiasts. The market is the perfect place to buy stocking fillers and support the local traders of Newcastle.

There are gifts with a distinctly Geordie flavour, like Newcastle-themed Christmas cards, as well as unique items, one-off vintage fashion and personalised souvenirs that will make a thoughtful Christmas present. The market is also the perfect pit stop for hungry shoppers. The abundance of food stalls make it hard to resist a quick bite between Christmas shopping. Look out for Sunday shopping in Grainger Market throughout the festive period!

Get ahead with your Christmas shopping and discover and indulge in a range of wonderful local gifts, festive treats and drinks on offer, at Newcastle Christmas Market (don't forget to treat yourself too!)

Wander through an extended Christmas Market full of local traders, or visit the Christmas Village at Old Eldon Square, featuring Marshmallow Land, Festive Flix, and more. Cosy up in igloos at the North Pole Terrace and don’t miss the return of the ever-popular Moosenwirt alpine bar, adding a warming touch to Newcastle’s food and drink scene. Look out for the iconic North Pole igloo pods perched above the market, where you can cosy up with food and drinks while taking in the stunning views of Grey Street.

Just a short journey from the city, Metrocentre in Gateshead is one of the UK’s largest shopping centres, offering an unrivalled shopping experience with a mix of high-street brands, luxury retailers, and top dining options. Whether you're after the latest fashion, beauty must-haves, or a festive shopping spree, Metrocentre has it all.

Explore fashion favourites like Zara, Mango, and Primark, or discover premium brands at Flannels and Victoria’s Secret. Beauty lovers will be spoilt for choice with Harrods Beauty, Sephora, and Bath & Body Works, offering the latest in skincare, makeup, and fragrances. Which are all perfect for grabbing Christmas presents for loved ones. Metrocentre is the perfect destination for a festive shopping day out.

A Sunday visit to the Quayside Market is a must when in Newcastle. It's also another brilliant location for a day out and a chance to buy some specifically North East gifts and products. You’ll find a mix of artisan crafts, handmade jewellery, unique gifts, and independent local stalls, offering everything from organic produce and homemade baked goods to quirky artwork and eco-friendly products. Enjoy a stroll by the river tyne and buy your Christmas gifts each weekend in the lead up to the 25th December.

Ouseburn brings together some of the very best of Newcastle in one creative neighbourhood. It’s the perfect place to tick off your festive shopping list, with a wonderful mix of independent shops to explore. Discover quirky homeware and unique gifts at Re-Found Objects, browse the female-owned lifestyle boutique Flaura Rose, or pick up art, jewellery, and more at Sora Studio. Don’t miss Flea Circus for vintage treasures and Seven Stories for literary-inspired finds. There’s no shortage of special presents waiting to be discovered in Ouseburn this Christmas.