Central Ward, NJ
Newark
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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.
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.
Newark Museum of Art
With extensive art collections, fascinating science exhibits and exciting interactive displays, you could easily spend the whole day in New Jersey’s largest museum.
Newark City Hall
Gaze up at the sparkly 24-carat gold dome that juts out from the roof of this stately and historic city hall.
Military Park
Inspect the array of military sculptures and see the sword from above in this scenic park in the downtown area.
Rutgers University Newark
Explore the campus of Rutgers University Newark during your stay in Newark. Experience the acclaimed art scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Things to do
NYC: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
Intrepid Museum Admission Ticket
Ultimate Manhattan Highlights Helicopter Tours
Boroughs Tour: Brooklyn, Bronx, Harlem, Queens & Coney Island
Central Ward Hotel Deals
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
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Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
Breakfast options for grab and go were great and exceeded my expectations. Room showers could be cleaner. Great location. Staff ensure safety and security. You can not access elevators without the staff checking if you have a room card. I would stay here again. Great for families with joint room ...
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026
Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel
Great location but only so so hotel. If all you plan to do is sleep there, fine.
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026
Hyatt Regency Times Square
The staff was very attentive and kind upon arrival. The hotel was a perfect location, right in Times Square, and there were a lot of things to do and places around to eat and enjoy. We had a room facing Times Square so the view was nice and we got to experience the lights and sounds of NYC right ...
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
Stayed here for a quick 3 day weekend in NYC and enjoyed my stay. They allowed us to check our bags in early so that we start our activities immediately. The check in process was smooth and there weren’t any surprise fees. The room was clean but they only provided towels, soap lotion and coffee. ...
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Central Ward
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 Newark Symphony Hall and Prudential Center.
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 the city at Norfolk Street Station or Warren Street Station.
South Broad Street
When in South Broad Street, you can plan a visit to Newark Symphony Hall and Newark City Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Downtown Newark
Discover cultural venues like New Jersey Performing Arts Center and Newark Museum of Art in this central business district. Easily explore on foot via the Lenape Trail or access public transit at Penn Station and Newark Light Rail stops.
Newark Central Business District
If you're spending time in Newark Central Business District, check out sights like New Jersey Performing Arts Center or Prudential Center and hop on the metro to see more the city at Military Park Station or Washington Street Station.
