University Heights
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 great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Montclair Art Museum
Use the audio guide to learn about historic and modern Native American art and sip wine at a live music event.
Branch Brook Park
The largest park in the “Garden State” features lakes, waterways, forests, meadows and a spectacular cherry blossom festival in spring.
New Jersey Institute of Technology
Explore the campus of New Jersey Institute of Technology during your visit to Newark. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Things to do
City Lights Skyline Experience (25-30 mins)
3-Day Bus Tour to Washington D.C., Niagara Falls, Watkins Glen from New York
Private New York Helicopter Airport Transfer and Scenic Tour
10-Minute Helicopter Transfer from Manhattan to Newark Airport
New York City Helicopter Tour with Statue of Liberty views
Kearny, NJ: Highlights of NYC Helicopter Tour
Top hotels in University Heights
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Other neighbourhoods around University Heights
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.
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.
Lincoln Park Coast Cultural District
If you're spending some time in Lincoln Park Coast Cultural District, Lincoln Park and Newark Symphony Hall are top sights worth seeing.
Ironbound District
If you're spending some time in Ironbound District, Independence Park and Riverfront Park are top sights worth seeing.
Upper Roseville
When in Upper Roseville and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Branch Brook Park or Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Davenport Avenue Station or Bloomfield Avenue Station.
North Ironbound
While visiting North Ironbound, you might make a stop by sights like Independence Park and Riverfront Park.