Newark Central Business District
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium
Top hotels in Newark Central Business District
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Clean rooms
Reviewed on 5 Jan, 2026
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Great location and good regular housekeeping
Reviewed on 3 Jan, 2026
Hyatt Regency Times Square
Good
Reviewed on 2 Jan, 2026
Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
The TV cable box failed the first three nights in our stay every time maintenance came in to fix it. Other than that all good.
Reviewed on 2 Jan, 2026
Lotte New York Palace
Thé staff was courteous, nice rooms with a beautiful view of the St Patrick’s cathedral, nicely decorated lobby.
Reviewed on 1 Jan, 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Totally serviceable hotel. Not too many bells or whistles at this price point, but I just wanted to be close to Madison Square Garden and you can't be location of the hotel for that. I mainly took off a star because no one would answer the phone when I called the concierge or the staff using the ...
Reviewed on 5 Jan, 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 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 Newark Symphony Hall and Prudential Center.
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.
