Newark Central Business District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
New Jersey Historical Society Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in New Jersey Historical Society Museum in Newark. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Activities
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Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
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Our pick of the best Newark Central Business District Hotel Deals
Hyatt Grand Central New York
"Great location, in the center of midtown."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
"Clean and well run. Helpful and efficient staff. Excellent location, and user friendly (once you figure out the clever lifts system). One suspects its glory days were a few decades ago but a good budget solution for the area."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
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Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Pod Times Square
"I really enjoyed my stay. The facility was incredibly clean and the room was exactly what I needed for this trip. I will use this hotel again and recommend to peers."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
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Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Hampton Inn New York Times Square
"The property has a great location in central Manhattan. The physical premises appear to be under construction. There is not lobby to speak of, and the organization of elevators is complex and confusing. Our room was clean, but the facilities showed a lot of wear. Price does include a free breakfast, ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Newark Central Business District
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.
University Heights
When in University Heights and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Newark Museum of Art or New Jersey Performing Arts Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Norfolk Street Station or Warren 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.
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.
North Ironbound
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North Ironbound and surrounding area, you can visit Sports Illustrated Stadium and Prudential Center.
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.
