University Heights, NJ
Newark
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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 when you stop by Pleasantdale Chateau. Experience the acclaimed theater 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.
University Heights Hotel Deals
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Great Location
Reviewed on 2025/11/13
Hyatt Grand Central New York
This was a busy location but the staff was efficient and friendly. The lines were handled promptly and the accommodations were excellent.
Reviewed on 2025/11/14
Empire Hotel
front desk staff, door attendants and valet were an outstanding complement to you hotel.
Reviewed on 2025/11/14
Lotte New York Palace
Always great to come back to the Lotte NY Palace for our annual Veterans Day weekend trip. We’ve stayed here for the last four years and will continue. The hotel is in a great location. The double beds seem larger than normal and are comfortable and the rooms are large. The service is always outstanding. ...
Reviewed on 2025/11/12
Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
All the staff were friendly polite and professional! Loved my room. Including I got an unexpected upgrade!!!
Reviewed on 2025/11/14
Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel
Plenty of options.
Reviewed on 2025/11/14
Other neighborhoods around University Heights
Central Ward
While you're in Central Ward, take in top sights like Prudential Center or New Jersey Performing Arts Center, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Warren Street Station or Norfolk Street Station.
Fairmount
While there might not be top attractions in Fairmount, you can explore the larger area and discover places like New Jersey Performing Arts Center and Prudential Center.
Newark Central Business District
If you're spending time in Newark Central Business District, check out sights like Prudential Center or New Jersey Performing Arts Center and hop on the metro to see more the city at Military Park Station or Washington Street Station.
Downtown Newark
Discover cultural venues like New Jersey Performing Arts Center and Newark Museum of Art in this central business district. Easily explore on foot via the Lenape Trail or access public transit at Penn Station and Newark Light Rail stops.
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
Experience a European market town vibe in this Portuguese-influenced area, with waterfront recreation along the Passaic River and parks like Riverfront Park. Easily accessible from Newark Penn Station, enjoy local amenities within walking distance.
University Heights, NJ
- University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey
- Times Square
- Broadway
- Central Park
- Madison Square Garden
- Rockefeller Center
- Statue of Liberty
- Grand Central Terminal
- Empire State Building
- American Dream
- MetLife Stadium
- Manhattan Cruise Terminal
- Cape Liberty Cruise Port
- Bryant Park
- 5th Avenue
- Yankee Stadium
- Radio City Music Hall
- Barclays Center Brooklyn
- New York University
- Wall Street
- Brooklyn Cruise Terminal
- Columbia University
- Brooklyn Bridge
- Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
- Metropolitan Museum of Art
- Lincoln Center
