Central Ward Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Aerial view of the skyline of Newark, New Jersey, The Passaic River and the surrounding areas

Stay near popular Central Ward attractions

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Prudential Center

8.4/10 (1,334 reviews)
See everything from electrifying hockey games and huge musical concerts to monster truck rallies and children’s shows at The Rock.
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Activities

Go City: New York Explorer Pass - Entry to 2 to 10 Top Attractions

New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent

AU$121
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
LEGOLAND New York Resort Admission Ticket

LEGOLAND New York Resort Admission Ticket

AU$73
per traveller
84% of travellers recommend
LEGOLAND New York Resort Admission Ticket
Intrepid Museum Admission Ticket

Intrepid Museum Admission Ticket

AU$54
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Intrepid Museum Admission Ticket
Catacombs by Candlelight

Catacombs by Candlelight

AU$54
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Catacombs by Candlelight
Museum of Ice Cream New York City Admission Ticket

Museum of Ice Cream New York City Admission Ticket

AU$70
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Museum of Ice Cream New York City Admission Ticket
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards

Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket

AU$62
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket
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Our pick of the best Central Ward Hotel Deals

ROW NYC

ROW NYC

4 out of 5
700 8th Avenue New York NY
The price is AU$324 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
AU$324
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Times Square and Broadway are located ...
ROW NYC
Hyatt Grand Central New York

Hyatt Grand Central New York

4 out of 5
109 East 42nd Street New York NY
The price is AU$316 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
AU$316
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Lotte New York Palace

Lotte New York Palace

4.5 out of 5
455 Madison Ave New York NY
The price is AU$692 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$692
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in New York. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,193 reviews)
"Clean and spacious room. Long wait for check in."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2026

Lotte New York Palace
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS

NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS

4 out of 5
481 Eighth Ave. New York NY
The price is AU$291 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$291
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
8.2/10 Very good! (7,088 reviews)
"The staff was great and massive lobby (sometime can by rare in NYC) however the bathroom left a lot to be desired - it felt/looked like a bathroom that is in a run-down hospital. I was quite frustrated specially due to the cost for 3 nights"

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2026

NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
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 AU$302 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
AU$302
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.4/10 Good! (8,935 reviews)
"I thought the location was great, beautiful lobby (except getting kicked out of the restaurant rudely at 3 pm so they can turn it into a bar), room was pretty big with a great view and very quiet . We would stay there again for sure . Elevators were not an issue for us ."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2026

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel

PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel

4 out of 5
215 Chrystie St New York NY
The price is AU$498 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$498
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 6 bars/lounges and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
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Our guide on where to stay in Central Ward

Find the best Central Ward areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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West Side

If you're spending some time in West Side, Lincoln Park Tennis Center and Mana Contemporary are top sights worth seeing.

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Photo by Michael Torres
Open Photo by Michael Torres

Ironbound District

While Ironbound District isn't home to many top sights, Prudential Center and Newark Symphony Hall are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Photo by TurtlesTravel
Open Photo by TurtlesTravel

North Ironbound

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North Ironbound and surrounding area, you can visit Sports Illustrated Stadium and Prudential Center.

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Newark Central Business District

While you're in Newark Central Business District, take in top sights like New Jersey Performing Arts Center or Prudential Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Military Park Station or Washington Street Station.

Central Ward Travel Guide

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