Central Ward Travel Guide
Newark
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.
Military Park
Inspect the array of military sculptures and see the sword from above in this scenic park in the downtown area.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Central Ward
Hyatt Grand Central New York
"Good location!"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
"I traveled to New York with my 3 young sons and the stay made the trip much more memorable. The location is top tier, I had no idea we would be so close to Times Square. We were able to explore and come back often if we needed a break. The staff is 10/10. We had the most beautiful connection with ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
"Everybody I encountered at this hotel was super friendly and helpful. Great location with fantastic views. Thank you for making NY city so perfect!"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Pod Times Square
"Location was perfect"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
"It’s a beautiful location wish the music in the club was better but overall great time."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Hampton Inn New York Times Square
"It’s really great location Has #1 stop right in the corner literally 2 mins from hotel of one of the double deck bus tour. Property is under remodels but since you really don’t spend much time at the hotel. Has great complementary breakfast & free water refill for your water bottles."
Reviewed on 26 May 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 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.
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 Newark Museum of Art and New Jersey Performing Arts 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.
