University Heights Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Downtown Newark
Join local residents at a fun event, look around the impressive city hall and admire the statues and flowers in Military Park.
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.
Things to do
American Dream Sesame Street Learn + Play Ticket
New Jersey Devils Ice Hockey Game at Prudential Center
American Dream: Angry Birds Mini Golf Ticket
American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium
City Cruises New York: Bateaux Premier Lunch Cruise
Top hotels in University Heights
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Ac definitely worked very well and so did the heater. Very convenient location and room was peaceful and quiet with a beautiful view.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
I really enjoyed my stay at Sheraton. The staff was so friendly and helpful! The bed was more comfortable than my own and the view from my room was amazing. I did not realize there was a local usage tax of $40 per night for stays in Manhattan, but Sheraton made up for that with $35 a night voucher ...
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
An exceptionally busy and well established hotel in Times Square. It moved like a well oiled machine, the staff were exceptional and our room was perfect for our needs with very comfortable beds. If you want to be in the middle of NYC hustle and bustle, I would recommend.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel
A perfectly fine option if all you need is a place to sleep in between the hustle and bustle of a NYC trip. There's not a lot extra that it offers, especially when a resort fee was thrown in that I had no idea what it was about. Also hated that I had to pay this at check in and not as part of my ...
Reviewed on 2 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
Room was clean and looked new. Bathroom was spotless. Shower gel, shampoo and conditioner was good and smelled wonderful. When we arrived, room temp was too warm, called the desk and they said someone would come adjust the temperature. No one came to change it. Left the window open the entire to ...
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around University Heights
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.
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.
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.
Fairmount
While there might not be top attractions in Fairmount, you can explore the larger area and discover places like New Jersey Performing Arts Center and Prudential Center.
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.
South Broad Street
Though South Broad Street may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Newark Symphony Hall and Newark City Hall.
