University Heights Travel Guide
Newark

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

American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket

American Dream Sesame Street Learn and Play Ticket

i Candy NYC Experience Ticket at One Times Square

NYC: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket
Top hotels in University Heights

ROW NYC

Hyatt Grand Central New York

Lotte New York Palace

NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
"Rude receptionists, worst breakfast service. Hotel description says full breakfast available but just give coupons to stall. It mentions juice in it but no juice available there. Also no water bottles kept inside room. No toiletries. No microwave heating equipment for infant food. Overall not a 4-star ..."
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
"Great view"
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
"Staff were amazing and very welcoming, room and it’s amenities were great and overall great prime location for food and shops!"
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026
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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 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.

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.

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.

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.










