Central Ward Travel Guide
Newark

Visit Central Ward
Stay near popular Central Ward attractions
Things to do

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

American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour

Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket

Circle Line: New York Harbor Lights Evening Cruise

NYC: Contrasts Tour of Harlem, The Bronx, Queens & Brooklyn
Top hotels in Central Ward

ROW NYC

Hyatt Grand Central New York
"Nice place"
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

Hotel Edison Times Square
"The a/c unit was a “window” unit and very loud. It would shut off/on all night, disrupting sleep. The hotel did give us a slight discount for the inconvenience, which was appreciated. The breakfast vouchers were nice but the quality of breakfast was not! Grab/go was horrible and when we ate at Friedmans, ..."
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

Pod Times Square
"Clean room, friendly staff, & easy check-in & out."
Reviewed on 24 Sept 2026

PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
Where to stay in Central Ward

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.

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

North Ironbound
While visiting North Ironbound, you might make a stop by sights like Mamazzita and Riverfront Park.

Ironbound District
If you're spending some time in Ironbound District, Mamazzita and Riverfront Park are top sights worth seeing.

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.



















