Title: Branch Brook Park in Newark | Expedia.co.uk [Branch Brook Park Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Branch-Brook-Park-Hotels.0-l6262073-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Newark](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Newark.d601760.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Newark](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Newark.d601760.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Branch Brook Park Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Branch-Brook-Park.d6262073.Car-Hire-Guide)[Newark Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Newark.d601760.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Branch Brook Park ![Branch Brook Park showing a park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/86000/86908-Newark.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Branch Brook Park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/256000/256186-Newark.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Branch Brook Park which includes signage](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/87000/87036-Branch-Brook-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Branch Brook Park which includes a garden and a pond](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/87000/87043-Branch-Brook-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Branch Brook Park which includes a garden](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/256000/256396-Branch-Brook-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Branch Brook Park Activities [Newark travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Newark.dx601760) --- --- #### Thelargest park in the “Garden State” features lakes, waterways, forests, meadowsand a spectacular cherry blossom festival in spring. Come to Branch Brook Park and enjoy the scenery as you walk or jogthe network of trails that wind around lakes, through woodland and across thefields. Bring a picnic and take in the park’s natural beauty as you relax onthe grass. In the springtime, see a breathtaking array of cherry trees in fullbloom. Branch Brook Park dates back to thelate 19th century and was the first county park to be opened to the public inthe United States. Explore 360 acres (145 hectares) of parkland stretchingnorth to south in a narrow 4-mile (6-kilometre) strip through central Newark. Visit in spring and be dazzled by thebright pink cherry trees in magnificent bloom. There are over 4,000 cherrytrees in Branch Brook Park. Hordes of visitors come to the cherry blossomfestival each year to marvel at the fantastic colours. Come here at any other time of year toenjoy the park without the crowds. Spend an afternoon by the calm waters ofBranch Brook Lake. Try your luck at fishing for trout. You’ll also find a narrowriver and several smaller ponds as you explore the park. See how many of the 19bridges you can find as you follow the stream. Head to the southern end of the parkand you’ll find the Branch Brook Roller Skating Centre. Towering above thetrees here, you’ll see the high Gothic features of the Cathedral Basilica ofthe Sacred Heart, which adjoins the park. The cathedral makes a great backdropfor photos, especially with the blooming cherry trees in the foreground. A number of cafés and restaurants canbe found along Bloomfield Avenue, which dissects the centre of the park.Summertime in the park sees a series ofoutdoor concerts and cinema showings. Take your seat on the grass or danceunder the stars to the sounds of a local band. Branch Brook Park is free to enter andis open year-round. ## Plan a trip to see Branch Brook Park Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices. ![Best Western Plus Meadowlands](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14800/14789/6d9b90a1_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Best Western Plus Meadowlands £488 per person 26 Feb - 1 Mar found 18 hours ago Return direct flight included London (LON) to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) 8.6/10 Excellent! (2,526 reviews) Claudia gave us an excellent guess service , very helpful , friendly, kind and patience during the time of our stay . Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025 ![Harmony Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72530000/72527000/72526947/3a7249c8_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Harmony Suites £724 per person 9 Feb - 15 Feb found 3 hours ago Return direct flight included Edinburgh (EDI) to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) 8.6/10 Excellent! (3,211 reviews) Great hotel stay. The bus stop to Times Square was right outside the hotel. There was a million restaurants right outside the hotel as well… including outback and chipotle etc. I mean this place was a legitimate wonderland. It was a great place to come back from the busy city and relax. Although we didn’t spend much time there at the hotel, it was a safe place to store our stuff and sleep. 20-25 min. Bus ride to the time square port authority Buses run every 7-15 min. It was just amazing. I cannot wait to come again. I know exactly where I’m staying. This is it for me !!!! Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025 ![Hyatt House Jersey City](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16120000/16118500/16118408/f65809bc_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Hyatt House Jersey City Downtown Jersey City £627 per person 13 Mar - 17 Mar found 11 hours ago Return direct flight included London (LON) to Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,707 reviews) Easy check in. Nice food. Excellent service! 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