University Heights
Newark
Visit 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 when you stop by Pleasantdale Chateau. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Branch Brook Park
The largest park in the “Garden State” features lakes, waterways, forests, meadows and a spectacular cherry blossom festival in spring.
Montclair Art Museum
Use the audio guide to learn about historic and modern Native American art and sip wine at a live music event.
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.
Things to do
One World Observatory Tickets
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
American Dream Sesame Street Learn + Play Ticket
Top of the Rock Observation Deck
Central Park Zoo Admission Ticket with 4D Theater Access
Statue of Liberty & Manhattan Skyline Sightseeing Cruise
Top hotels in University Heights
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Nothing stood out
Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Room was spotless and spacious. Staff extremely friendly. Shower was remarkable
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025
Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
Very courteous staff.
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
Comfortable rooms and fun amenities
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025
Hotel Edison Times Square
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Reviewed on Dec 24, 2025
Lotte New York Palace
Beautiful hotel, great rooms, bed very comfortable, amazing costumer service and great for Christmas time!
Reviewed on Dec 24, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around University Heights
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.
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.
Central Ward
While you're in Central Ward, take in top sights like Prudential Center or New Jersey Performing Arts Center, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Warren Street Station or Norfolk Street Station.
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.
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.
South Broad Street
When in South Broad Street, you can plan a visit to Newark Symphony Hall and Newark City Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
