Newark Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Newark
Where to stay in Newark
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.
Ironbound District
While Ironbound District isn't home to many top sights, Prudential Center and Newark Symphony Hall are some notable places to visit nearby.
University Heights
When in University Heights and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Prudential Center or Newark Museum of Art and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Norfolk Street Station or Warren Street Station.
Forest Hill
If you're spending time in Forest Hill, check out sights like Branch Brook Park or Althea Gibson Tennis Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Davenport Avenue Station or Bloomfield Avenue Station.
Newark Central Business District
While you're in Newark Central Business District, take in top sights like Prudential Center or New Jersey Performing Arts Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Military Park Station or Washington Street Station.
Holiday Inn Newark International Airport by IHG
"Bar was great."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Newark Airport
"We decided to leave the hotel . We stayed there last week and the hotel was a mess and the staff was rude. When we got there the room wasn’t ready and we were told to wait in the restaurant. Went to the restaurant and was told we were in the wrong spot and we had to move because we couldn’t get service ..."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Hilton Newark Airport
"The main lobby and bar and on-site restaurant were nice. The room is need of a remodel but generally still clean and comfortable. Location is 10/10 because it is directly across from Newark airport. The room was extremely well insulated, did not hear a single airplane flying over."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Grove 3
"Fantastic place to stay...will definitely be staying there again"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
NWK 457 ROOM 212-E
"Absolutely horrible, They lied about how we would be accomodated, the information they provide is completely confising, what they ask of the guests in terms of how to enter and what codes and rules, is just as confusing, they made us wait an hour after our arranged arrival, completely disgusting, ..."
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Eva - cozy apartment in Elizabethport
"The property was newly updated and very clean. Had a nice ambience inside. Outside was on the noisier side not just due to being near the airport but there is a facility of some sort that is pretty loud behind the property. Also the property is 2nd level with some pretty steep stairs which was not ..."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
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.
Sports Illustrated Stadium
Catch an event at Sports Illustrated Stadium during your trip to Harrison. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
New Jersey Performing Arts Center
Enjoy a stop at New Jersey Performing Arts Center, an entertaining place to visit in Newark. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Seton Hall University
Walk around the campus at Seton Hall University during your visit to South Orange. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Branch Brook Park
Explore the great outdoors at Branch Brook Park, a lovely green space in Newark. Experience the entertainment choices 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.
Other places like Newark
- Prudential Center
- The Mills at Jersey Gardens
- Mall at Short Hills
- Rutgers University Newark
- Turtle Back Zoo
- Pleasantdale Chateau
- Lincoln Park
- Baltusrol Golf Club
- South Mountain Reservation
- New Jersey Institute of Technology
- New Jersey City University
- Military Park
- Newark Museum of Art
- Eagle Rock Reservation
- Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart
- Galloping Hill Golf Course
- Warinanco Park
- Thomas Edison National Historic Site
- Hyatt Hills Golf Course
- Newark City Hall
