What is Newark like for family-friendly holidays?
If you've been trying to find the ideal family-friendly holiday spot, you may want to consider Newark. Here you'll find a variety of family activities sure to appeal to both children and adults alike. From sporting events to the live music, Newark has many things to see and do that everybody will appreciate. Spend a day visiting attractions such as Prudential Center, Military Park and New Jersey Performing Arts Center. When you're ready for some down time after a day of fun with the kids, Newark has a variety of places to stay, such as family hotels with pools and hotels with suites for families. We have 5 Newark family hotels, the right one is waiting for you!
What should I see and do with kids in and around Newark?
You'll find that Newark and the surrounding area offers lots of entertaining things to do while you're visiting with the kids. Here are some recommendations to make your trip educational and fun:
- Parks
- Military Park
- Independence Park
- Branch Brook Park
- New Jersey Historical Society Museum
- Newark Museum of Art
- African Art Museum of the Society of African Missions
- Prudential Center
- New Jersey Performing Arts Center
- Newark City Hall
Museums & art galleries
Sights & landmarks