Newark Central Business District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Newark Central Business District
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
American Dream Sesame Street Learn + Play Ticket
NYC: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket
Ultimate Manhattan Highlights Helicopter Tours
Circle Line: New York Harbor Lights Evening Cruise
Our pick of the best Newark Central Business District Hotel Deals
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Great location! Good workout room!
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Didn’t use laundry
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
Everything was really nice the free grab and go breakfast was nice and filling the rooms are really nice and the a/c works good too
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel
The hotel was in a great location off time square. It was clean and the staff were really nice. I love the lobby area. I also felt safe because it required a key pass to go to your rooms. We had a quad room with 2 bunk beds. It did not have curtains or drawers like the ones pictured on the website. ...
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
Didn't get a chance to check the bar or breakfast Convenient location. Staff was helpful and courteous
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Times Square
Staff were very friendly and helpful. Room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast choices are better than other places I’ve stayed.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
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 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.
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 New Jersey Performing Arts Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Warren Street Station or Norfolk Street Station.
