Lower Vailsburg
Newark
Visit Lower Vailsburg
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 acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices 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.

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.

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

Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards

American Dream Sesame Street Learn + Play Ticket

The Conquer NYC Tour: 4-Day Self-Guided City Adventure Experience

Ultimate Manhattan Highlights Helicopter Tours

American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium
Top hotels in Lower Vailsburg

Hyatt Grand Central New York
Hotel was in a great location. It is very big and the staff was always available. The elevators were great as this isn't always the case with big hotels. The entrance inside is very nice.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
This hotel was a haven in the midst of Times Square. It was clean, the staff was helpful, and the bar had delicious options.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Hotel Edison Times Square
Clean, safe, and a wonderful room for our family stay in NYC. Staff was very helpful and we really enjoyed the breakfast options that were included. The staff even gave us four vouchers for everyday since we had four in our party.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

Hyatt Regency Times Square
Perfect location for staying in time square! Also, the valet and check in process was flawless. My only complaint is the shower temperature was Luke warm to cold if you took more than a 5 minute shower.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
Staff was abundant friendly and knowledgeable. Hotel was extremely clean and everything in working order. Lots to do eat in the neighborhood and near subway lines. Would recommend.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
We booked this same day. Was pleasantly surprised by the size of the room, as it was larger than expected. The toilet was not flushing very well, called the front desk and someone came up immediately to fix it and it was fine. Appreciated double beds and the location was good. Check in and check ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Lower Vailsburg

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.

Upper Clinton Hill
Upper Clinton Hill might not have many top sights, but Montgomery Park and Newark Symphony Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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.

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.

Weequahic
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Weequahic and surrounding area, you can visit Montgomery Park and Prudential Center.

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.
