What to do In Newark, NJ
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Places To Go In Newark
Welcome, traveler, to Newark. Your journey has landed you here, and new adventures are calling your name. Now that you’ve arrived, you can stay in the safety and comfort of your hotel and watch the world spin past…or you can embrace this new place you’ve come to. Learn its streets. Meet its people. Learn its history. Your hand is already on the doorknob, isn’t it?
Things to Do in Newark
You’ll not be wanting for things to do in Newark. Explore the downtown area in search of museums and boutiques…or that next delicious meal. What tickles your fancy? A delectable five-course supper at the restaurant you’ve been hearing about? Or perhaps you’d rather read the paper while sipping hot coffee at one of the cafes scattered throughout town. Take in a show at the theatre, or just walk along down the main thoroughfare, watching people wander past.
Why spend hours ruminating over what to do in Newark? Let the possibilities wash over you as you explore this new region. Move out on foot and get to know the area on a more personal level. Find that perfect souvenir at one of the smaller shops, or reinvent your entire artistic aesthetic at your new favorite gallery.
Is the wind whispering suggestions in your mind? Rent a car and take it out beyond city limits and into the wild blue yonder. Explore the smaller cities and towns past the border, and get to know the stories behind them. Visit a county fair and let childhood memories wash over you as cotton candy melts in your mouth. Sample hand-made jam at a stop on a forgotten highway, or let the hustle and bustle of modern life sweep you away as you lose yourself in the organized chaos of a modern metropolis. Your choices are endless—and so are the adventures to come.
When you book your journey with Travelocity, you’re never far from Newark attractions. After all, the money you save when you plan a trip with us is best spent along the way. Whether it’s the roar of the city you crave, or the quiet solitude that comes with a simpler getaway, everything you need to get started is right here.
Popular places to visit
Pleasantdale Chateau
You can learn about the history of West Orange when you stop by Pleasantdale Chateau. Experience the entertainment choices 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.
The Mills at Jersey Gardens
You can do some window-shopping at The Mills at Jersey Gardens during your stay in Elizabeth. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Seton Hall University
Explore the campus of Seton Hall University as part of your travels around South Orange. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Kean University
Walk around the campus at Kean University as part of your travels around Union. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
Turtle Back Zoo
Visit the native and exotic animals who call Turtle Back Zoo home during your travels in West Orange. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.