University Heights Travel Guide
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Prudential Center
Prudential Center is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Newark. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums 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 fascinating museums 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.
Pleasantdale Chateau
You can learn about the history of West Orange with a stop at Pleasantdale Chateau. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Montclair Art Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Montclair Art Museum during your trip to Montclair. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
South Mountain Reservation
Explore the great outdoors at South Mountain Reservation, a lovely green space in Newark. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.
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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.
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.
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.
Ironbound District
While Ironbound District isn't home to many top sights, Prudential Center and Sports Illustrated Stadium are some notable places to visit nearby.
Upper Roseville
When in Upper Roseville and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Branch Brook Park or Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Davenport Avenue Station or Bloomfield Avenue 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.
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- Statue of Liberty
- Grand Central Terminal
- Manhattan Cruise Terminal
- Rockefeller Center
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- Cape Liberty Cruise Port
- One World Trade Center
- Barclays Center Brooklyn
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