Central Ward Travel Guide

Newark

Aerial view of the skyline of Newark, New Jersey, The Passaic River and the surrounding areas

Stay near popular Central Ward attractions

A modern glass building with a 'VIP EAST' sign, surrounded by urban architecture and a clear sky.

Prudential Center

8.4/10 (1,334 reviews)
See everything from electrifying hockey games and huge musical concerts to monster truck rallies and children’s shows at The Rock.
See properties

Things to do

Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum

Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum

฿946
per traveller
92% of travellers recommend
Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum
American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium

American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium

฿1,094
per traveller
88% of travellers recommend
American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium
Picture 1 for Activity NYC: Statue of Liberty Sunset Cruise Skip-the-Line Ticket

NYC: Statue of Liberty Sunset Cruise Ticket

฿960
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
NYC: Statue of Liberty Sunset Cruise Ticket
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards

Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket

฿1,427
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket
New Jersey: American Dream Wheel Flexible Date Ticket

New Jersey: American Dream Wheel Flexible Date Ticket

฿860
per adult
New Jersey: American Dream Wheel Flexible Date Ticket
NYC: Museum of the Moving Image Flexible Ticket

NYC: Museum of the Moving Image Flexible Ticket

฿712
per adult
NYC: Museum of the Moving Image Flexible Ticket
See all activities in Newark

Top hotels in Central Ward

ROW NYC

ROW NYC

4 out of 5
700 8th Avenue New York NY
The price is ฿4,666 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿4,666
฿6,989 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Times Square and Broadway are located ...
8.2/10 Very good! (958 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful staff, clean room with nice cold air, and a quiet restful sleep. Being able to check out but store out bags while we explored more of the city was also a big bonus!"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026

ROW NYC
Hyatt Grand Central New York

Hyatt Grand Central New York

4 out of 5
109 East 42nd Street New York NY
The price is ฿5,017 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿5,017
฿7,396 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Lotte New York Palace

Lotte New York Palace

4.5 out of 5
455 Madison Ave New York NY
The price is ฿14,897 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
฿14,897
฿18,160 total
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in New York. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,171 reviews)
"He"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026

Lotte New York Palace
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS

NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS

4 out of 5
481 Eighth Ave. New York NY
The price is ฿4,612 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿4,612
฿6,931 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

4 out of 5
811 7th Ave New York NY
The price is ฿4,897 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿4,897
฿7,068 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.4/10 Good! (8,948 reviews)
"El hotel cuenta con una ubicación inmejorable: justo al lado de la estación de metro, lo que facilita el desplazamiento por la ciudad, y a pocos minutos caminando de lugares emblemáticos como Times Square y Broadway. Las instalaciones son cómodas y funcionales, aunque sería deseable que se incluyera ..."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel

PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel

4 out of 5
215 Chrystie St New York NY
The price is ฿8,554 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿8,554
฿11,641 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 6 bars/lounges and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
See all 12,317 properties in Central Ward
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.

Where to stay in Central Ward

Find the best Central Ward areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A city square with a dinosaur statue, brick buildings, and a modern skyscraper.

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.

A city skyline with high-rise buildings and a waterfront.

West Side

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

A tray of Portuguese custard tarts.
Photo by Michael Torres
Open Photo by Michael Torres

Ironbound District

While Ironbound District isn't home to many top sights, Prudential Center and Newark Symphony Hall are some notable places to visit nearby.

A seafood dish with mussels, clams, and lobster on a white tablecloth.
Photo by TurtlesTravel
Open Photo by TurtlesTravel

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.

A city street lined with tall buildings, trees, and a clear sky.

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.

Central Ward Travel Guide