Newcastle visitor guide
O2 City Hall is on Northumberland Road in Newcastle's city centre, near Haymarket Metro station. The city is full of galleries, bridges and places to eat, and the Quayside is a short walk downhill.
Hannah Fry plays O2 City Hall on 6 Oct 2027. Here is what to see, where to eat and where to stay.
Things to do near O2 City Hall
- BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art — A major contemporary art gallery on the Gateshead bank of the Tyne, free entry.
- The Tyne bridges — Seven bridges cross the Tyne between Newcastle and Gateshead; the walk along the Quayside is one of the city's best.
- The Great North Museum: Hancock — Natural history and archaeology museum near the venue, free entry.
- Grainger Town and Grey Street — Newcastle's Georgian heart, regularly cited as one of the finest streets in England.
- Discovery Museum — Free museum of science and local history near Central station.
- Victoria Tunnel — A preserved Victorian wagon tunnel under the city, available by guided tour.
Source: NewcastleGateshead. Check each attraction for current opening times before you visit.
Places to eat near O2 City Hall
These areas are recommended by NewcastleGateshead. We do not rate or review individual restaurants; check availability and menus directly.
- Quayside — Restaurants and bars along the river, with views of the bridges and BALTIC.
- Grainger Market — A Victorian covered market in the city centre with street food stalls and independent traders.
- Bigg Market and Dean Street — Restaurants and pubs in the centre, a short walk from the venue.
- Jesmond — A residential area north of the centre with independent restaurants along Osborne Road.
Where to stay
The city centre, Quayside and Jesmond are all well-connected. The Metro runs until late and covers most of the area.
How long to allow
The venue is central, so a day trip from anywhere in the North East is easy. An overnight stay lets you walk the Quayside, visit BALTIC and explore Grainger Town.
Common questions
What is there to do near O2 City Hall in Newcastle?
Newcastle has plenty to see. Near O2 City Hall: BALTIC Centre for Contemporary Art, The Tyne bridges, The Great North Museum: Hancock and more. See the full list above.
Where should I eat before the show in Newcastle?
Popular areas for eating near the venue include Quayside and Grainger Market. We list only areas recommended by the NewcastleGateshead; check individual restaurants for availability.
Where should I stay for the Hannah Fry show in Newcastle?
The city centre, Quayside and Jesmond are all well-connected. The Metro runs until late and covers most of the area.
How long should I allow for a trip to Newcastle?
The venue is central, so a day trip from anywhere in the North East is easy. An overnight stay lets you walk the Quayside, visit BALTIC and explore Grainger Town.
Related pages
- Newcastle tour date
- O2 City Hall venue guide
- Getting to O2 City Hall
- Buy tickets
- Travel and hotels guide
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Information sourced from NewcastleGateshead. Last checked 2026-10-12. We are not affiliated with any of the attractions or restaurants listed.