University Heights
Newark
Visit University Heights
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.
South Mountain Reservation
Explore the great outdoors at South Mountain Reservation, a lovely green space in Newark. Make some time to visit the shops while you're in the area.
Things to do
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
American Museum of Natural History Tickets
NYC: Statue of Liberty Sunset Cruise Skip-the-Box Office
Central Park Zoo Admission Ticket with 4D Theater Access
American Dream Sesame Street Learn + Play Ticket
Top hotels in University Heights
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Great location and friendly staff. Small but clean rooms. Has everything you need.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Great place walking distance to restaurants.. etc
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Empire Hotel
Great service.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Lotte New York Palace
Location! Staff 💗 , large room for NYC
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel
Clean rooms, comfortable bed, friendly staff, centrally located
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Hotel St. James
My stay was so great! The hotel was very clean, the staff was nice and the location was amazing! This hotel didn’t have any fancy bells and whistles, but a quiet and comfy place to say was perfect after all the long days walking around NYC. I would definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around University Heights
Central Ward
If you're spending time in Central Ward, check out sights like Prudential Center or New Jersey Performing Arts Center and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Warren Street Station or Norfolk Street Station.
Newark Central Business District
While you're in Newark Central Business District, take in top sights like Prudential Center or New Jersey Performing Arts Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Military Park Station or Washington Street Station.
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.
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.
Ironbound District
While Ironbound District isn't home to many top sights, Prudential Center and Sports Illustrated Stadium 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 Prudential Center and Newark Symphony Hall.
University Heights
- Times Square
- Central Park
- Broadway
- Statue of Liberty
- Madison Square Garden
- Grand Central Terminal
- Rockefeller Center
- Manhattan Cruise Terminal
- Empire State Building
- Cape Liberty Cruise Port
- One World Trade Center
- New York University
- 5th Avenue
- Brooklyn Bridge
- Bryant Park
- Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
- Lincoln Center
- Bronx Zoo
- Radio City Music Hall
