Central Ward Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Central Ward
Popular places to visit
Prudential Center
See everything from electrifying hockey games and huge musical concerts to monster truck rallies and children’s shows at The Rock.
New Jersey Performing Arts Center
Come for a night at the theater and be dazzled by a Grammy Award-winning symphony orchestra, an international ballet company or a famous rock group.
Newark Museum of Art
With extensive art collections, fascinating science exhibits and exciting interactive displays, you could easily spend the whole day in New Jersey’s largest museum.
Newark City Hall
Gaze up at the sparkly 24-carat gold dome that juts out from the roof of this stately and historic city hall.
Military Park
Inspect the array of military sculptures and see the sword from above in this scenic park in the downtown area.
Rutgers University Newark
Walk around the campus at Rutgers University Newark as part of your travels around Newark. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Activities
New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
NYC: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
Circle Line: New York Harbor Lights Evening Cruise
Ultimate Manhattan Highlights Helicopter Tours
Our pick of the best Central Ward Hotel Deals
Hyatt Grand Central New York
There was duct tape holding the bathroom vanity together and the towel hook in the bathroom was barely hanging on. E didn’t have any body wash on the first night.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Horrible DIRTY ROOMS
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel
Location is awesome if you’re looking for convenience to subways, central park, broadway shows and going out. Room was tiny, warm, ac did not work properly and neither did tv. Elevators constantly busy and full. Overall not great if you’re staying in however perfect for just going to bed and enjoying ...
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
Had to be flashing my hotel card key everywhere I went, so they know I was a guest. Lots of construction going outside. I couldn’t sleep. Noisy area. Breakfast sucks.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
Loved my stay at this hotel! Very clean and private! Security at the entrance throughout the day and night. Room key operated elevators for safety as well! Shops nearby.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency Times Square
Everything was great
Reviewed on 30 Mar 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.
