Fairmount, NJ
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 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.
Things to do
American Museum of Natural History Tickets
Top of the Rock Observation Deck
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Sunset Cruise
Fairmount Hotel Deals
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
This was our first visit and this hotel was an excellent choice!
Reviewed on Dec 5, 2025
Hotel Edison Times Square
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Reviewed on Dec 4, 2025
Hyatt Grand Central New York
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Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025
Hotel St. James
Incredible location that is unbeatable for the price. Tiny rooms. Cool old building. Slow WiFi. Very friendly staff. Luggage room if you arrive early.
Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
Good hotel and very convenient everything
Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
The room is perfect. Unique combination of modern tech and natural coziness.
Reviewed on Dec 5, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Fairmount
University Heights
When in University Heights and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like New Jersey Performing Arts Center or Prudential Center and hop on the metro to see more the city at Norfolk Street Station or Warren Street Station.
Central Ward
While you're in Central Ward, take in top sights like Newark City Hall or Prudential Center, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Warren Street Station or Norfolk Street Station.
Lower Vailsburg
Though Lower Vailsburg might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Newark Symphony Hall and Prudential Center.
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.
Newark Central Business District
If you're spending time in Newark Central Business District, check out sights like New Jersey Performing Arts Center or Prudential Center and hop on the metro to see more the city at Military Park Station or Washington Street Station.
Upper Clinton Hill
When in Upper Clinton Hill, you can plan a visit to Newark Symphony Hall and Newark City Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
