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#1Operation City Quest of Newark, NJ

Using your smartphone, you'll be given nearly 150 objects to find during your scavenger hunt. You'll then wander throughout the downtown area searching for t...

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Operation City Quest of Newark, NJ

#2Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour with Pedestal Access

Discover the majesty of the Statue of Liberty and the history of Ellis Island on this engaging walking tour. With convenient priority boarding on the ferry, ...

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Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour with Pedestal Access

#39/11 Memorial & Museum Admission: Skip the Ticket Line

Pay your reverent respects to the victims of 9/11 at the National September 11 Memorial and Museum. Reflect before the quiet fountains where the Twin Towers ...

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9/11 Memorial & Museum Admission: Skip the Ticket Line

#4New York City Explorer Pass: 50+ Museums, Tours & Attractions in 1 Pass

See the very best of New York at your own pace, choose to visit 3, 4, 5, 7 or 10 attractions from a choice of over 50! See the big apple from up high at the ...

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#5Harbor Lights & Landmarks Evening Cruise

Step aboard a spacious cruise ship for an evening on the water—taking in the sights in the glow of the setting sun as the lights flicker to life in the City ...

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#6American Museum of Natural History Tickets

A sculpted showdown—cast from real dinosaur fossils—between a Barosaurus and an Allosaurus greets you beneath the soaring ceilings of the museum's rotunda as...

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#7The Lion King On Broadway

As the curtain comes up on the African savannah, set off on an enthralling African adventure into the heart of Disney’s classic tale—The Lion King. Journey w...

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The Lion King On Broadway

#8Empire State Building Tickets with Optional VIP Skip-the-Line Access

The World’s Most Famous Building is a must-see for its Observatory’s spectacular indoor and outdoor 360-degree views from the heart of Manhattan. Be transpor...

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Empire State Building Tickets with Optional VIP Skip-the-Line Access

#9New York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Pop around the Big Apple's must-see sights and can't-miss attractions aboard an open-air double-decker bus. Explore the city at your own pace and consider op...

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#10One World Observatory Ticket: Skip the Ticket Line

Located on the World Trade Center Campus, this shimmering skyscraper – the tallest in the Western Hemisphere. Step into the glass-enclosed Sky Pod to be whis...

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Things To Do in Newark

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Newark has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Newark is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Newark to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Newark Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Newark.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Newark attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.