Weequahic Travel Guide
Newark
Popular places to visit

Prudential Center
See everything from electrifying hockey games and huge musical concerts to monster truck rallies and children’s shows at The Rock.

New Jersey Performing Arts Center
Come for a night at the theater and be dazzled by a Grammy Award-winning symphony orchestra, an international ballet company or a famous rock group.

Pleasantdale Chateau
You can learn about the history of West Orange with a stop at Pleasantdale Chateau. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Branch Brook Park
The largest park in the “Garden State” features lakes, waterways, forests, meadows and a spectacular cherry blossom festival in spring.

Montclair Art Museum
Use the audio guide to learn about historic and modern Native American art and sip wine at a live music event.

Military Park
Inspect the array of military sculptures and see the sword from above in this scenic park in the downtown area.
Things to do

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

American Dream Sesame Street Learn + Play Ticket

Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum

Empire State Building Observatory Tickets - General Admission & Express

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

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Rooms too small for the price. Not many amenities, and cost too high. Perfect proximity to times Square.
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025

Hotel Edison Times Square
If you want a great location hotel within walking distance of all amenities then this should be your choice. We were able to walk to all major tourist stops and so close to subway as well. The staff are superb. From Franklin at the front door to Melody at the front desk they are very professional ...
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025

PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
Clean & friendly
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025

Hotel St. James
The rooms were cleanand comfy. The desk staff pleasant and helpful. It was a great find for our NYC adventure. Very convenient
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025

Hyatt Grand Central New York
Great staff!
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025

Lotte New York Palace
Courteous staff Clean room Perfect location
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Weequahic

Lower Clinton Hill
While Lower Clinton Hill may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Prudential Center and Newark Symphony Hall.

Upper Clinton Hill
Upper Clinton Hill might not have many top sights, but Newark Symphony Hall and Newark City Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Dayton
While Dayton isn't home to many top sights, Prudential Center and New Jersey Performing Arts Center are some notable places to visit nearby.

South Broad Street
Though South Broad Street may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Newark Symphony Hall and Newark City Hall.

Lincoln Park Coast Cultural District
While there might not be top attractions in Lincoln Park Coast Cultural District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Prudential Center and Newark Symphony Hall.

Lower Vailsburg
While Lower Vailsburg may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Prudential Center and New Jersey Performing Arts Center.
