University Heights 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.
Branch Brook Park
The largest park in the “Garden State” features lakes, waterways, forests, meadows and a spectacular cherry blossom festival in spring.
Sports Illustrated Stadium
Catch an event at Sports Illustrated Stadium during your trip to Harrison. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Seton Hall University
Walk around the campus at Seton Hall University during your visit to South Orange. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Turtle Back Zoo
Visit the animals who call Turtle Back Zoo home during your trip to West Orange. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Top hotels in University Heights
Hotel Edison Times Square
Fine
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Great location. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
The air conditioning unit was malfunctioning, maintaining a room temperature of 80 degrees. SO HOT. The window was broken remaining open, and despite multiple requests to the front desk for assistance, no one arrived. We had to keep calling and calling. Furthermore, housekeeping only visited the ...
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Everything was clean, and staff was mostly helpful. It's an old building, so it's basic. But it is excellently located and an easy way to be in the heart of NYC without stress or paying exorbitant amounts.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
The location was great. It was close to everything. However, it can get crowded. The room was outdated and felt like a 2.5 star hotel. The staff was not friendly. The wait times were long, but this is New York so that wasn't entirely unexpected
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
This was an awesome birthday experience. As soon as we arrived at the hotel, the young gentleman at the front , Chris, was such a great help. All of the hotel staff that I encounter were extremely polite. I loved the check in goodies (free water, popcorn, and warm cookies). The view from my room ...
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around University Heights
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
