Central Ward Travel Guide

Newark

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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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Things to do

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

£63
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
NYC: Museum of Modern Art

NYC: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket

£23
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
NYC: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour + Pedestal Access

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options

£50
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium

American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium

£28
per traveller
88% of travellers recommend
American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium
Exclusive First Ferry Access to Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island

Fully Guided Statue of Liberty Tour with Ellis Island

£44
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Fully Guided Statue of Liberty Tour with Ellis Island
Catacombs by Candlelight

Catacombs by Candlelight

£29
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Catacombs by Candlelight
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Top hotels in Central Ward

ROW NYC

ROW NYC

4 out of 5
700 8th Avenue New York NY
The price is £156 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
£156
20 Aug - 21 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 ...
8.2/10 Very good! (872 reviews)
"Rooms were clean, staff was professional and helpful. Always friendly. Will definitely stay here again"

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

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 £165 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
£165
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 ...
8.4/10 Very good! (7,561 reviews)
"👍👍👍👍👍"

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Hyatt Grand Central New York
Lotte New York Palace

Lotte New York Palace

4.5 out of 5
455 Madison Ave New York NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £370 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
£370
13 Aug - 14 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! (2,183 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, excellent location, nice staff!"

Reviewed on 10 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 £155 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
£155
16 Aug - 17 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 ...
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 £146 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
£146
16 Aug - 17 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! (8,900 reviews)
"While our 6 day stay, there was only 1 out of 3 elevators working."

Reviewed on 10 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 £266 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
£266
23 Aug - 24 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,908 reviews)
"Excellent all round. One of my favorite hotels in NYC"

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
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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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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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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.

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