Fairmount
Newark
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.
Sports Illustrated Stadium
Catch an event at Sports Illustrated Stadium during your trip to Harrison. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
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.
Turtle Back Zoo
Visit the animals who call Turtle Back Zoo home during your trip to West Orange. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
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
Top hotels in Fairmount
Hotel Edison Times Square
"The whole experience is great"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hyatt Grand Central New York
"Very nice staff. Well run hotel."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Empire Hotel
"Water took a long time to get hot. Shower was poorly designed. Ended up getting the small bathroom very wet. No coffee at all. Only food was on the roof deck and was very expensive. Resort fee added to price. The beds were comfortable."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
"Elevator sucks, have to wait too long. One day had to walk 12 floors. Room cleaners did a great job Staff at the front desk have no manners and lack client service esp the lady who checked us out - didn’t even greet properly or make eye contact. Workers at the bell room for bag are not at all client ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
"Everything was fine"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Pod Times Square
"Fast elevators - 6 of them so there was never a long wait. Room is small yet functional. Amazingly quiet considering the location right off of the Lincoln Tunnel. Could see the buses going in and out of Port Authority. Safe area with lots to do. My only complaint would be the lack of ventilation ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Fairmount
University Heights
When in University Heights and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Newark Museum of Art 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.
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.
Lower Vailsburg
While Lower Vailsburg may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do 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 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.
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.
