University Heights, NJ
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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.
Sports Illustrated Stadium
Catch an event at Sports Illustrated Stadium during your trip to Harrison. Experience the fascinating museums and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
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.
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.
Branch Brook Park
The largest park in the “Garden State” features lakes, waterways, forests, meadows and a spectacular cherry blossom festival in spring.
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.
Things to do
NYC: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
American Dream Sesame Street Learn + Play Ticket
Ultimate Manhattan Highlights Helicopter Tours
Central Park Zoo Admission Ticket with 4D Theater Access
Top of the Rock Timed Admission
University Heights Hotel Deals
Hyatt Grand Central New York
"Typical big city stay. Great location. Next to Grand Central terminal with several street accessable subway entrances. I would recommend the Commadore club for a nice clean getaway with and a protected outside terrace. No street view but beautiful architecture above. A few short blocks from times ..."
Reviewed on Jun 3, 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
"Loved the location. Very friendly staff and rooms we cozy."
Reviewed on Jun 4, 2026
Empire Hotel
"Great location"
Reviewed on Jun 4, 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
"All goid"
Reviewed on Jun 4, 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
"Excellent location, hospitality safety hotel"
Reviewed on Jun 3, 2026
Pod Times Square
"POD will be a repeat! Tiny room, but great location and helpful staff. Good price for NYC location ☺️"
Reviewed on Jun 4, 2026
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Where to stay in University Heights
Downtown Newark
Noted for its live music and theaters, 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.
West Side
If you're spending some time in West Side, Lincoln Park Tennis Center and Mana Contemporary are top sights worth seeing.
Central Ward
While you're in Central Ward, take in top sights like Prudential Center or Newark Museum of Art, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Warren Street Station or Norfolk Street Station.
North Ironbound
North Ironbound might not have many top sights, but Prudential Center and Sports Illustrated Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Ironbound District
When in Ironbound District, you can plan a visit to Prudential Center and Newark Symphony Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
