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

Fully Guided Statue of Liberty Tour with Ellis Island

Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum

American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium

Circle Line: New York Harbor Lights Evening Cruise
Top hotels in Central Ward

ROW NYC

Hyatt Grand Central New York
"Great location"
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026

Lotte New York Palace
"Amazing stay in the perfect spot to enjoy the city"
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026

NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
"Great location for us in the city- wanted something close to public transit. Close to the NJ transit line and many subway stops. Bathroom & room were clean, not terribly spacious, but we were only here to sleep:). Some complained about noise, but we were only here the 29th floor, no issues. If you ..."
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

Empire Hotel
"Pool was a joke - so small. roof top restaurant and bar is not available all the time. Employees were rude in the restaurant. It is not owned by hotel so they have no control over it. My bed sheets had blood on it and they offered me a $20 resort fee credit for it. BLOOD! When I went to talk to the ..."
Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026
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 Historical Society Museum 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 Prudential Center and Sports Illustrated Stadium.

Newark Central Business District
While you're in Newark Central Business District, take in top sights like Prudential Center or New Jersey Historical Society Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Military Park Station or Washington Street Station.



















