Downtown Newark Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Downtown Newark
Hyatt Grand Central New York
"The check in was super easy. Everyone was very friendly. The room was so clean and well maintained. I do wish the body wash was not empty though. Otherwise, can’t complain."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
"We had a pleasant stay overall. The hotel was comfortable and met our expectations. The only downside was early morning noise, as our room faced the front of the building, which could be disruptive for light sleepers. Aside from that, everything else was fine and the stay was satisfactory."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Empire Hotel
"Check in was a mess. Staff couldn’t find my reservation. Then said I only paid for one night when I had paid in full for entire stay. Then said she would need a $450 incidental deposit fee on my card. I pulled up my reservation invoice and suddenly she found everything. What a mess plus she was ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
"Staff was very professional and courteous. Accommodations were clean and tidy. The one thing that was missing would have to be a coffee/tea bar, for those early morning travelers who need a jolt to get motivated."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
"Good"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Pod Times Square
"Small space with huge advantages! Staff was helpful and awesome with answering questions and offering free tours daily. Location was the best ! Breakfast was great . Lounge very nice and cozy. The bar is very nice. Great vibe in the lobby area the decor and music were great. View from my window was ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Newark
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.
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 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.
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.
Central Ward
If you're spending time in Central Ward, check out sights like Prudential Center or Newark Museum of Art and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Warren Street Station or Norfolk Street Station.
North Ironbound
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North Ironbound and surrounding area, you can visit Prudential Center and Sports Illustrated Stadium.
