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

Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum

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American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium

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Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket

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Top hotels in Central Ward

ROW NYC

Hyatt Grand Central New York
"We booked 2 double rooms for 7 nights . On of the rooms smelled a lot like cigarette, so we asked to change. They couldn't accommodate us on the same floor, so we dealt with it. The hotel could use more cleaning and maintenance. The rooms have musty scent. Also they never mentioned to you that on ..."
Reviewed on 22 Aug 2026

Lotte New York Palace

NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
"The view and the room were exactly as pictured, which was really nice. The view was beautiful, and I thought the elevators were pretty cool as well. I also really appreciated being able to adjust the temperature in the room—it was very cozy and comfortable to have the room nice and cold while sleeping. ..."
Reviewed on 22 Aug 2026

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
"Clean room"
Reviewed on 22 Aug 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.

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.

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.

Greenville
If you're spending some time in Greenville, Fems Park and Afro-American Historical Society Museum are top sights worth seeing.















