Quick Summary:
- From great museums, scenic parks, and excellent restaurants to sports, theater, and music, Newark offers plenty to see and do.
- Visit the largest museum in New Jersey, walk along the river in Newark Riverfront Park, explore the historic Ironbound neighborhood, and listen to a symphony performance.
- Our list includes great restaurants and cafes serving delicious breakfast, lunch, and dinner with flavors from around the world, including burgers, sushi, steaks, and BBQ.
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- Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.
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Newark Museum
Riverfront Park
New Jersey Performing Arts Center
Ironbound, Newark, NJ
Prudential Center
Nasto's, Newark
Manu's Sushi Lounge
Casa d’Paco
Nico Kitchen and Bar
PES Studios
New Jersey Historical Society
Vonda's Kitchen
Mercato Tomato Pie, Newark
PortuCale Restaurant
New Jersey Symphony Orchestra
Fernandes Steak House
Mompou Tapas Wine Bar and Lounge
Adega Grill
Military Park
Top's Diner
Branch Brook Park
Riverbank Park
Weequahic Park
All Points West Distillery
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