Newark Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Downtown Newark featuring outdoor art, a square or plaza and a city
Downtown Newark which includes outdoor art, a square or plaza and heritage architecture
New Jersey Performing Arts Center which includes theatre scenes, interior views and modern architecture
Newark
Newark

New Jersey’s largest metropolis features a stunning grove of cherry trees, a park where George Washington and his soldiers camped and one of the biggest airports in the country.

Many people only see Newark from its international airport, but New Jersey’s largest city is a fantastic destination of its own. Packed with national historical sites, popular parks and excellent cuisine from around the world, the city has more than enough to fill an itinerary.

One of Newark’s most popular attractions is Branch Brook Park. Famed landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted, designer of Manhattan’s Central Park, designed this urban oasis. See the beautiful park-side Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart. Visit the park in spring to see the blossoms of the United States’ most impressive collection of cherry trees. This 4,300-tree grove is home to Newark’s Cherry Blossom Festival each April.

Stop by Military Park in downtown Newark to explore one of the city’s most significant historic sites. General George Washington and his soldiers camped here while retreating from British forces during the American Revolution. The park also contains significant works of public art including Wars of America, a sculpture by Mount Rushmore sculptor Gutzon Borglum, and an 1898 cannon from the Spanish-American War. 

More of Newark’s history is on display at the Newark Museum where exhibits include a preserved 1885 mansion, a large collection of Tibetan art and a planetarium.

For a fantastic Newark dining experience, explore the Ironbound district. The streets of this immigrant neighbourhood are lined with restaurants serving authentic cuisine from around the world. While in the district, head to the banks of the Passaic River to take a stroll along Riverfront Park’s gleaming orange boardwalk.

New Jersey Performing Arts Centre offers world-class entertainment. New Jersey Devils play hockey at Prudential Centre and great events happen nightly. Just over the border you’ll find New York Red Bulls soccer at Red Bull Arena and New Jersey’s largest outlet shopping mall The Mills at Jersey Gardens where 18 million shoppers find bargains annually.

Newark’s international airport is one of the largest in the U.S., so the city is easy to reach. Tour the city for a few hours while on a long layover or spend a few days here on a trip from New York City, located 8 miles (12.9 kilometres) east.

Where to stay in Newark

Downtown Newark which includes outdoor art, a square or plaza and heritage architecture

Downtown Newark

3.5/5(13 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Newark
Newark featuring a city, landscape views and a skyscraper

Newark Central Business District

While you're in Newark Central Business District, take in top sights like Prudential Center or New Jersey Performing Arts Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Military Park Station or Washington Street Station.

Newark Central Business District
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West Side

2.5/5(3 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in West Side, Lincoln Park Tennis Center and Mana Contemporary are top sights worth seeing.

West Side
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North Ironbound

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North Ironbound and surrounding area, you can visit Prudential Center and Sports Illustrated Stadium.

North Ironbound
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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.

Ironbound District
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Greenville

If you're spending some time in Greenville, Fems Park and Afro-American Historical Society Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Greenville
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Newark Airport

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Newark Airport

4 out of 5
128 Frontage Rd, Newark, NJ
The price is ฿4,608 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
฿4,608
฿5,305 total
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Newark. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
7.4/10 Good! (3,241 reviews)
"The bed was fine but there was a lot of noise throughout the hotel"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Newark Airport
Comfort Inn & Suites Newark Liberty International Airport

Comfort Inn & Suites Newark Liberty International Airport

2.5 out of 5
98 FRELINGHUYSEN AVE, Newark, NJ
The price is ฿3,694 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
฿3,694
฿4,253 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newark. Enjoy free breakfast, a free airport shuttle and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,499 reviews)
"I didnt feel comfortable walking to the concert. Area is remote. Dark."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Comfort Inn & Suites Newark Liberty International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott

Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott

4 out of 5
Newark International Airport, 1 Hotel Road, Newark, NJ
The price is ฿5,169 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
฿5,169
฿5,950 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Newark. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Nice hotel
"Nice in terminal hotel, but the hotel shuttle is confusing. I wish I had known that I didn't need to go to the hotel shuttle pick up area for this hotel."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
NWK 457  ROOM 113-C

NWK 457 ROOM 113-C

2 out of 5
457 Irvine Turner Blvd, Newark, NJ
Stay at this apartment in Newark. Popular attractions Prudential Center and New Jersey Performing Arts Center are located nearby.
4.6/10 (3 reviews)
Good Stay
"Good place to stay for buget minded travelers ."

Reviewed on 16 Dec 2024

NWK 457 ROOM 113-C
NWK 457  ROOM 212-E

NWK 457 ROOM 212-E

2 out of 5
457 Irvine Turner Blvd, Newark, NJ
Stay at this apartment in Newark. Popular attractions Prudential Center and New Jersey Performing Arts Center are located nearby.
5/10 (6 reviews)
"This is a shared apartment that means you share the apartment with others. I was confused thinking I will have a room in the apartment while kitchen and living area will be for us. But, there are 3 rooms and more people might check in while you are there. We were there and young (undergrad) people ..."

Reviewed on 20 Dec 2024

NWK 457 ROOM 212-E
NWK 457  ROOM 112-B

NWK 457 ROOM 112-B

2 out of 5
457 Irvine Turner Blvd, Newark, NJ
Stay at this apartment in Newark. Popular attractions Prudential Center and New Jersey Performing Arts Center are located nearby.
4.4/10 (5 reviews)
"It was a pleasure"

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2025

NWK 457 ROOM 112-B
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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