University Heights Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Prudential Center
Catch an event at Prudential Center during your trip to Newark. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
New Jersey Performing Arts Center
You can make plans for a show at New Jersey Performing Arts Center during your trip to Newark. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Sports Illustrated Stadium
Catch an event at Sports Illustrated Stadium during your trip to Harrison. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Seton Hall University
Walk around the campus at Seton Hall University during your visit to South Orange. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Turtle Back Zoo
Visit the animals who call Turtle Back Zoo home during your trip to West Orange. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Branch Brook Park
Explore the great outdoors at Branch Brook Park, a lovely green space in Newark. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in University Heights
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
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One of our go to hotels whenever we are in NYC. The only negative this time was the shower. It waser scaling and freezinv
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Bathroom was incredibly small. I have been a guest at this hotel for years but never had a room that wasn’t up to standard. Hotel has slipped in recent years. Breakfast buffet in the lobby is 75.00 per person. No room service. Just not a great place to stay anymore. Will look elsewhere in the future ...
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
First off I want to say I was somewhat cautious due to the overwhelming theme of reviews being negative due to long elevator times. I did not experience this whatsoever. I’ve been to NYC countless times and always stay in a similar hotel (doubletree, Hilton garden inn, etc) and the elevators are ...
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
Heater/ac unit extremely loud. Pipes loud.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Doubletree by Hilton New York Times Square South
Staff friendly. Good city centre hotel. No frills
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around University Heights
Newark Central Business District
While you're in Newark Central Business District, take in top sights like New Jersey Performing Arts Center or Prudential Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Military Park Station or Washington Street Station.
Downtown Newark
Noted for its live music and theatres, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Newark. Top attractions like Prudential Center and New Jersey Performing Arts Center are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Military Park Station or Washington Street Station to see more of the city.
Central Ward
If you're spending time in Central Ward, check out sights like Prudential Center or New Jersey Performing Arts Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Warren Street Station or Norfolk Street Station.
Fairmount
While there might not be top attractions in Fairmount, you can explore the larger area and discover places like New Jersey Performing Arts Center and Prudential Center.
Lincoln Park Coast Cultural District
While there might not be top attractions in Lincoln Park Coast Cultural District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Prudential Center and Newark Symphony Hall.
South Broad Street
Though South Broad Street may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Newark Symphony Hall and Newark City Hall.
