University Heights Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Prudential Center featuring a high-rise building and a city

Prudential Center

See everything from electrifying hockey games and huge musical concerts to monster truck rallies and children’s shows at The Rock.

Prudential Center
New Jersey Performing Arts Center which includes modern architecture, interior views and theatre scenes

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.

New Jersey Performing Arts Center
Pleasantdale Chateau

Pleasantdale Chateau

You can learn about the history of West Orange with a stop at Pleasantdale Chateau. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Pleasantdale Chateau
Branch Brook Park which includes a park

Branch Brook Park

The largest park in the “Garden State” features lakes, waterways, forests, meadows and a spectacular cherry blossom festival in spring.

Branch Brook Park
Montclair Art Museum which includes art and interior views

Montclair Art Museum

Use the audio guide to learn about historic and modern Native American art and sip wine at a live music event.

Montclair Art Museum
Military Park

Military Park

Inspect the array of military sculptures and see the sword from above in this scenic park in the downtown area.

Military Park

Activities

NYC Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Helicopter Tour

New York City Helicopter Tour with Statue of Liberty views

AU$360
per adult
New York City Helicopter Tour with Statue of Liberty views
Taste of NYC Tour

Taste of New York Helicopter Tour from Kearny, NJ

AU$322
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Taste of New York Helicopter Tour from Kearny, NJ
HHI Heliport

New York, NY: The Central Park Helicopter Tour

AU$441
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
New York, NY: The Central Park Helicopter Tour
Kearny, NJ: Highlights of NYC Helicopter Tour

Kearny, NJ: Highlights of NYC Helicopter Tour

AU$322
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Kearny, NJ: Highlights of NYC Helicopter Tour
NYC SKYLINE

New York City Skyline Helicopter Tour from Kearny New Jersey

AU$378
per adult
New York City Skyline Helicopter Tour from Kearny New Jersey
New York Helicopter Tours

Kearny, NJ: Ultimate NYC Helicopter Tour

AU$442
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kearny, NJ: Ultimate NYC Helicopter Tour
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Our pick of the best University Heights Hotel Deals

Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
4 out of 5
145 W 44th St, New York, NY
The price is AU$263 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$263
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.4/10 Good! (5,251 reviews)
"Beautiful views"

Reviewed on 15 Feb. 2025

Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Hyatt Grand Central New York
4 out of 5
109 East 42nd Street, at Grand Central Terminal, New York, NY
The price is AU$351 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$351
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (4,771 reviews)
"Excellent location"

Reviewed on 14 Feb. 2025

Hyatt Grand Central New York
The Manhattan at Times Square Hotel
The Manhattan at Times Square Hotel
4 out of 5
790 7th Ave, New York, NY
The price is AU$218 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$218
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
5.6/10 (4,300 reviews)
"The updated shower with the large rain head was amazing. The beds were ok- I have been in other hotels that have more comfortable beds. Unfortunately we were awaked by construction noise which was not pleasant! Had I know they were under construction I would not have booked here-"

Reviewed on 11 Feb. 2025

The Manhattan at Times Square Hotel
Arlo Midtown
Arlo Midtown
4 out of 5
351 West 38th Street, New York, NY
The price is AU$269 per night from 17 Feb to 18 Feb
AU$269
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,384 reviews)
"Amazing stay!"

Reviewed on 14 Feb. 2025

Arlo Midtown
Hotel St. James
Hotel St. James
2.5 out of 5
109 W. 45TH ST., New York, NY
The price is AU$254 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$254
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (5,711 reviews)
"I would return in a heartbeat! The location in the heart of the theatre district was perfect! Rockefeller center was just a few blocks away and the New York library and Bryant Park also just blocks away! The staff, particularly Joey at the front desk were accommodating and knowledgeable! Our room ..."

Reviewed on 14 Feb. 2025

Hotel St. James
Hyatt Place New York City/Times Square
Hyatt Place New York City/Times Square
4 out of 5
350 West 39th St, New York, NY
The price is AU$188 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$188
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,271 reviews)
"Beautiful time in the city. Only problem was the small room with the door to the other room to close and I kept hearing noise"

Reviewed on 14 Feb. 2025

Hyatt Place New York City/Times Square
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Other neighbourhoods around University Heights

Newark featuring a city, landscape views and a skyscraper

Newark Central Business District

While you're in Newark Central Business District, take in top sights like Prudential Center or Military Park, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Military Park Station or Washington Street Station.

Newark Central Business District
Downtown Newark which includes outdoor art, a square or plaza and heritage architecture

Downtown Newark

4/5(6 area reviews)

Noted for its live music and theatres, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Newark. Top attractions like Prudential Center and Military Park are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Military Park Station or Washington Street Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Newark
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Lincoln Park Coast Cultural District

If you're spending some time in Lincoln Park Coast Cultural District, Newark Symphony Hall and Lincoln Park are top sights worth seeing.

Lincoln Park Coast Cultural District
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Ironbound District

If you're spending some time in Ironbound District, Independence Park and Riverfront Park are top sights worth seeing.

Ironbound District
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Upper Roseville

When in Upper Roseville and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Branch Brook Park or Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Davenport Avenue Station or Bloomfield Avenue Station.

Upper Roseville
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North Ironbound

While visiting North Ironbound, you might make a stop by sights like Independence Park and Riverfront Park.

North Ironbound

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