Central Ward
Newark
Visit Central Ward
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.
Pleasantdale Chateau
You can learn about the history of West Orange with a stop at Pleasantdale Chateau. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Branch Brook Park
The largest park in the “Garden State” features lakes, waterways, forests, meadows and a spectacular cherry blossom festival in spring.
Montclair Art Museum
Use the audio guide to learn about historic and modern Native American art and sip wine at a live music event.
South Mountain Reservation
Explore the great outdoors at South Mountain Reservation, a lovely green space in Newark. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.
Things to do
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum
American Dream: Indoor Ice Skating Rink Admission Ticket
American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium
Statue of Liberty & Manhattan Skyline Sightseeing Cruise
Top hotels in Central Ward
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
The hotel's location is perfect for exploring all the nearby attractions, but I did have some concerns during my stay. For instance, the rooms could benefit from a deeper clean and some modernization, including the windows, regardless of the room category. Additionally, the breakfast option was limited, ...
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Great hotel! I would book again for another trip!
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Lotte New York Palace
As the old saying goes “Location,location,location “ add on the top amenities and you have a great place to stay. I strongly recommend a room with a view. It takes it from great to incredible.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel
Excellent location for the theater district
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Hotel St. James
Staff was nice
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
The Manhattan at Times Square
Great
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Central Ward
University Heights
When in University Heights and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Prudential Center or New Jersey Performing Arts Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Norfolk Street Station or Warren 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.
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 Prudential Center or New Jersey Performing Arts Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Military Park Station or Washington Street Station.
Ironbound District
While Ironbound District isn't home to many top sights, Prudential Center and Sports Illustrated Stadium 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.
