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Visiting Newark

Families will find kid-friendly activities in Newark, and visitors give high marks for the university vibe, shopping and top-notch restaurants. This city also attracts tourists with its sporting events. Top sights around the area include Fort Delaware State Park, Longwood Gardens and Christiana Mall.

• You'll find 78 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in the larger area of Wilmington
• The closest major airport is in Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.), 30.1 mi (48.5 km) from the city centre

Sightseeing and Staying in Newark

The city's natural beauty is on display at Brandywine Valley, Glendale Park and Olan Thomas Park. Shopping is one of the favourite things to do, so consider an excursion to Christiana Mall, Newark Shopping Center and Meadowood Shopping Center. The university setting is a highlight of the city and University of Delaware is worth a campus tour.

As you plan your holiday retreat, you'll find 28 hotels and other accommodation options to select from in Newark. Here you'll find top ones based on our user reviews:

• SpringHill Suites by Marriott Newark Downtown - With a stay at this 2.5-star hotel, guests can enjoy access to free breakfast and an indoor pool, along with free Internet. It's a favourite with Expedia travellers for its bar and convenient parking.
• Candlewood Suites Newark South - University Area - Our customers like the helpful staff and clean, comfortable rooms at this hotel. This 2.5-star hotel features free WiFi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre.
• Courtyard by Marriott Newark-University of Delaware - With a stay at this 3-star hotel, guests can enjoy access to a restaurant and an indoor pool, along with free WiFi. Expedia customers like its family-friendly amenities and dining options.

Popular places to visit in the area include Fort Delaware State Park, located 11.7 mi (18.8 km) from the city centre, and Longwood Gardens, which is 13.5 mi/21.8 km away.

Getting around Newark

If you want to explore the larger area, ride aboard one of the trains from Newark Station. Newark might not have many public transport options to choose from so consider renting a car to explore the city.

Dressing for Newark

• Between January and March, daytime temperatures average 14°C, whilst night-time temperatures stay around -4°C
• From April to June, the average is 30°C during the day and 4°C at night
• July to September sees average temperatures of 30°C during the day and 11°C at night
• Between October and December, you can expect 22°C as the daytime average and -4°C as the night-time average
• About 1095 millimetres of rain falls on Newark each year
• July and August are usually the hottest months averaging 29°C, while January and February are usually the coldest with an average temperature of -3°C