Central Ward Travel Guide
Newark
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Popular places to visit
Prudential Center
Catch an event at Prudential Center during your trip to Newark. Experience the entertainment choices 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 fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Military Park
After visiting Military Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Newark. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Newark Museum of Art
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Newark Museum of Art during your trip to Newark. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Newark City Hall
Newark City Hall is just one of the places to see in Newark, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the fascinating museums 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 entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Central Ward
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
It wasn't spotless, but it was a great stay. And very convenient to Times Square
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
Room was cozy. A little noisy if you on the street side - but it is right near Broadway so to be expected. If you want to see lots of broad shows this is a place for you. That’s right in the heart of midtown. The 6.50 breakfast is great. Staff at front counter could be a little bit more helpful. ...
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
Great location and the room is good compared what you paid
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency Times Square
Clean room, comfy queen beds. Asked for an upgrade to room with a view. Wow on the view! Staff accommodating. Great stay.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Lotte New York Palace
The bellmen are wonderful. There is a terrible man at the reservation desk. He was very condescending as we requested a 2pm check out during the Winter Storm. We were told the night before there shouldn’t be a problem and when we asked in person the man talked to us like scum and said it would be ...
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Hotel St. James
Our room was clean, they made our bed every day, staff was nice and polite I had no issues! It was wonderful. Amazing location and I would definitely stay here again
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Central Ward
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.
University Heights
When in University Heights and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like New Jersey Performing Arts Center or Prudential Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Norfolk Street Station or Warren Street Station.
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.
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.
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.
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.
