Newark Central Business District Travel 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.
Sports Illustrated Stadium
Catch an event at Sports Illustrated Stadium during your trip to Harrison. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Top hotels in Newark Central Business District
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
The room had obviously not been cleaned when we arrived. There were dirty socks on the floor, hair in the shower, scuff marks on the bedding, etc. When we emailed customer service we got a response that was clearly written by AI. It said cleaning stuff would be coming to check it in the morning. ...
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Everything was so close and the door men are literally the best!!!
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Lotte New York Palace
Front desk not one smile! Didn’t feel welcomed at all by the lady that was working the front desk! Beds, terrible. The only great thing about that place was George and housekeeping staff. I stayed next to what seemed a playground. Kids yelling all day next to room 3025
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Great that there are 2 restaurants in the hotel!
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
Yes
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
Internet worked well. On corner of Times Square
Reviewed on 7 Mar 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.
