University Heights

Newark

Popular places to visit

Prudential Center which includes a city and a high-rise building

Prudential Center

4.5/5(2 reviews)

See everything from electrifying hockey games and huge musical concerts to monster truck rallies and children’s shows at The Rock.

Prudential Center
New Jersey Performing Arts Center featuring theatre scenes, modern architecture and interior views

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.

New Jersey Performing Arts Center
Pleasantdale Chateau

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.

Pleasantdale Chateau
Branch Brook Park which includes a park

Branch Brook Park

The largest park in the “Garden State” features lakes, waterways, forests, meadows and a spectacular cherry blossom festival in spring.

Branch Brook Park
Montclair Art Museum which includes interior views and art

Montclair Art Museum

Use the audio guide to learn about historic and modern Native American art and sip wine at a live music event.

Montclair Art Museum
South Mountain Reservation

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.

South Mountain Reservation

Things to do

Philadelphia + Washington D.C. 2-Day Tour DC2

Washington D.C. & Philadelphia 2-Day Bus Tour from New York

S$386
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Washington D.C. & Philadelphia 2-Day Bus Tour from New York
Manhattan: Bus Transfer from/to Newark Airport

Manhattan: Bus Transfer from/to Newark Airport

S$32
per adult
Manhattan: Bus Transfer from/to Newark Airport
New York City Private Tour by Plane at Night

New York City Private Tour by Plane at Night

S$325
per adult
New York City Private Tour by Plane at Night
New York Skyline Magic - Private Tour With a Real Local

New York Skyline Magic - The Real Skyline With a Real Local

S$77
per adult
New York Skyline Magic - The Real Skyline With a Real Local
Private New York Helicopter Airport Transfer and Scenic Tour

Private New York Helicopter Airport Transfer and Scenic Tour

S$7,544
per traveller
Private New York Helicopter Airport Transfer and Scenic Tour
3 Day Experience New York City and Boroughs Explorer

3 Day Experience New York City and Boroughs Explorer

S$1,899
per adult
3 Day Experience New York City and Boroughs Explorer
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Top hotels in University Heights

Hyatt Grand Central New York
Hyatt Grand Central New York
4 out of 5
109 East 42nd Street, at Grand Central Terminal, New York, NY
The price is S$311 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
S$311
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (5,538 reviews)
"Very nice hotel and great location. Staff was professional but not Friendly."

Reviewed on 7 Jul, 2025

Hyatt Grand Central New York
Hotel St. James
Hotel St. James
2.5 out of 5
109 W. 45TH ST., New York, NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$231 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
S$231
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (6,091 reviews)
"Great location and staff! Just down the street from several theaters and Times Square and close to a couple different subway lines."

Reviewed on 7 Jul, 2025

Hotel St. James
Lotte New York Palace
Lotte New York Palace
4.5 out of 5
455 Madison Ave, New York, NY
The price is S$700 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
S$700
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in New York. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,519 reviews)
"Nice experience. Only thing was the beds are actually full and not queen. Coming from Texas it was an adjustment"

Reviewed on 2 Jul, 2025

Lotte New York Palace
Hotel Edison Times Square
Hotel Edison Times Square
4 out of 5
228 W 47th St, New York, NY
The price is S$282 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
S$282
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy 2 restaurants, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (4,609 reviews)
"Great location and friendly staff"

Reviewed on 7 Jul, 2025

Hotel Edison Times Square
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
4 out of 5
811 7th Ave, New York, NY
The price is S$325 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
S$325
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
7.4/10 Good! (3,794 reviews)
"Location is perfect"

Reviewed on 8 Jul, 2025

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
The New Yorker Hotel
The New Yorker Hotel
4 out of 5
481 Eighth Ave., New York, NY
The price is S$267 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
S$267
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8/10 Very Good! (5,518 reviews)
"Good Stay!!!"

Reviewed on 6 Jul, 2025

The New Yorker Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around University Heights

Newark featuring a city, landscape views and a skyscraper

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.

Newark Central Business District
Downtown Newark which includes outdoor art, a square or plaza and heritage architecture

Downtown Newark

3.5/5(13 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Newark
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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.

Lincoln Park Coast Cultural District
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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.

Ironbound District
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Upper Roseville

When in Upper Roseville and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart or Branch Brook Park and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Davenport Avenue Station or Bloomfield Avenue Station.

Upper Roseville
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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.

North Ironbound

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