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.
Newark Museum of Art
With extensive art collections, fascinating science exhibits and exciting interactive displays, you could easily spend the whole day in New Jersey’s largest museum.
Military Park
Inspect the array of military sculptures and see the sword from above in this scenic park in the downtown area.
Newark City Hall
Gaze up at the sparkly 24-carat gold dome that juts out from the roof of this stately and historic city hall.
Rutgers University Newark
Explore the campus of Rutgers University Newark during your stay in Newark. Experience the acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Hop-On Hop-Off NYC Discover Pass by TopView + Liberty Cruise (48–120 Hrs)
NYC: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
Fully Guided Statue of Liberty Tour with Ellis Island
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
The Manhattan Helicopter Tour of New York City
Top hotels in Central Ward
Hyatt Grand Central New York
"Our room had plenty of space, a rollout couch, and a refrigerator. The bed was comfortable. The location is great - you can reach the subway and everything in Grand Central Station without going outside."
Reviewed on Jun 22, 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
"Hotel was very outdated. Staff was okay. Tons of crowds! Needs better cleaning. Beware of $35 fee that they will charge you and you get to only use it inside one of the hotel restaurants."
Reviewed on Jun 22, 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
"Fine location, dated hotel"
Reviewed on Jun 22, 2026
Pod Times Square
"Loved this hotel! Perfectly located. Reminds me of The Moxy Hotel. Will stay here again."
Reviewed on Jun 22, 2026
ROW NYC
"nothing"
Reviewed on Jun 22, 2026
Hampton Inn New York Times Square
"Will be visiting again. Staff was great and everything I needed was in perfect distance!"
Reviewed on Jun 22, 2026
Where to stay in Central Ward
Downtown Newark
Noted for its live music and theaters, 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.
West Side
If you're spending some time in West Side, Mana Contemporary and Lincoln Park Tennis Center are top sights worth seeing.
Ironbound District
When in Ironbound District, you can plan a visit to Prudential Center and Newark Symphony Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
North Ironbound
North Ironbound might not have many top sights, but Sports Illustrated Stadium and Prudential Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Newark Central Business District
If you're spending time in Newark Central Business District, check out sights like New Jersey Performing Arts Center or Prudential Center and hop on the metro to see more the city at Military Park Station or Washington Street Station.
