University Heights Travel Guide
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Visit University Heights
Stay near popular University Heights attractions
Things to do

American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium

American Dream Sesame Street Learn + Play Ticket

NYC: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket

The Conquer NYC Tour: 4-Day Self-Guided City Adventure Experience

Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket
Top hotels in University Heights

ROW NYC
"It is centrally located near Times Square. Access to subway is only a block away and there are many dinning options around the property. The lobby is very well maintained and appears to be fairly modern. My room was clean and bed was super comfortable. It is, however, an old building that really ..."
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026

Hyatt Grand Central New York

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"Don’t bother paying extra for the continental breakfast! They give you a voucher that has a beautiful picture of a croissant with a nice bowl of strawberries and whipped cream. Then in the print you get a choice of one: toast, bagel, croissant, muffin or pastry. No option of fruit. Most days all ..."
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

Motto By Hilton New York City Times Square
"The place was nice and clean. We enjoyed it"
Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026

Doubletree by Hilton New York Times Square South
"This doubletree is in a great location right in betas Times Square and Penn station! MSG is right there! People are extremely helpful! The roof top bar is really nice!"
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026
Where to stay in University Heights

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 Historical Society Museum are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Military Park Station or Washington Street Station to see more of the city.

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

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.

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.
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.











