Fairmount Travel Guide
Newark
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.
Sports Illustrated Stadium
Catch an event at Sports Illustrated Stadium during your trip to Harrison. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
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.
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.
Branch Brook Park
The largest park in the “Garden State” features lakes, waterways, forests, meadows and a spectacular cherry blossom festival in spring.
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.
Things to do
Central Park Zoo Admission Ticket with 4D Theater Access
American Dream Sesame Street Learn + Play Ticket
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
New Jersey Devils Ice Hockey Game at Prudential Center
American Dream: Angry Birds Mini Golf Ticket
Top hotels in Fairmount
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Great location
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
There was so much noise on our floor that kept us awake at night and woke us up in the morning There were high school groups running in the hallways day and night It was not great
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
Close to theater district, beds comfortable, and super clean room.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel
Room was small but comfortable. Very quiet. No in-room coffee or microwave.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
Didn't get a chance to check the bar or breakfast Convenient location. Staff was helpful and courteous
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Times Square
Took over 2 hours at night to get a blanket. Shower rack fell they never fixed it. Payed for city view but didnt get one.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Fairmount
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.
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.
Lower Vailsburg
While Lower Vailsburg may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Montgomery Park and Prudential Center.
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.
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.
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.
