| Newark City of Newark | ||
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| Salutation | Brick City | |
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| State | United States of America | |
| Federated state | New Jersey | |
| Region | Gateway Region | |
| Territory | New York metropolitan area | |
| Altitude | 3 m above sea level | |
| Surface | 61.60 km² | |
| Inhabitants | 282.090 (2018) | |
| Name inhabitants | Newarkians | |
| Prefix tel | 1 862, 1 973 | |
| POSTAL CODE | 07100-07199 | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 | |
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Newark is a city of United States of America, the county seat of Essex County, in the State of New Jersey.
To know
Newark is the largest city in the New Jersey and the second largest of theNew York metropolitan area. Although one of the great historic cities in the Northeast and the most culturally rich city in the state, Newark is often overlooked compared to Manhattan and to cities along the Hudson River, such as Jersey City is Hoboken. Although no longer the industrial powerhouse it once was, Newark remains a major American hub for road, rail and air transportation. Public transportation is plentiful, making it easy to get around the city.
Newark has long been economically disadvantaged and suffers from a bad reputation, often influenced by negative stereotypes. Thanks in large part to a high-profile national mayor (Cory Booker, now a US Senator), the committed population and changing attitudes towards once-decaying urban areas, the often proclaimed but stunted rebirth of Newark it is gaining ground steadily and substantially.
English is the primary language, but the Ironbound area is home to a significant Brazilian and Portuguese population.
Background
The city was founded in the year 1666 by the Puritans of the New Haven colony. Three centuries later, the population grew rapidly. The industry has also grown steadily. The city even had its own Chinatown. However, in the 20th century, many raids took place and much of the Chinese population moved to other areas, causing Newark's Chinatown to vanish. Things only got worse as racial tension and riots in the city increased. In the 1990s, the city went through tons of revitalization efforts. Today, the city has once again become an important industrial center, however some things like old Chinatown and the good reputation of the city have been lost forever. Despite this, the city still shines with culture and history and also has the oldest county park in the United States, Branch Brook Park. There is also a huge Portuguese and Brazilian population in the Ironbound area. Although the city is usually overlooked compared to Manhattan and is not the glittering gem it once was, the city is still worth a visit.
How to orient yourself
Newark: full screen map.Neighborhoods
The city is divided into five districts, each with its own character. The center has retained much of the early 20th century architecture and has an iconic skyline. Nearly 100,000 people flock to the central business district on weekdays, creating a vibrant urban landscape. Today it has become more residential as the former office and warehouse buildings have been converted into housing. A new performing arts complex, concert and sports venue, and many restaurants have encouraged visitors to linger longer at night, particularly along Halsey Street and Edison Street. North Ward is home to Branch Brook Park, home to the nation's largest collection of flowering cherry trees, and the Neo-Gothic Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart. Surrounding neighborhoods include architecturally interesting suburban enclaves to the east and vibrant urban neighborhoods to the west.
The East Ward, or Ironbound, is home to a large Portuguese and Brazilian community, with a "row of restaurants" offering a cornucopia of venues for every budget.
The South Ward, once the heart of the Jewish community and home to Weequahic Park and architectural gems, has gone through tough times and is where much of the city's crime is concentrated.
The West Ward, including Vailsburg, is a working-class and middle-class neighborhood.
How to get
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Newark has great transportation services and it's very easy to get in and out of the city.
By plane
- 1 Newark Liberty International Airport (IATA: EWR) (Approximately 5 miles south of downtown Newark), ☎ 1-888-EWR-INFO (397-4636), 1 973-961-6000. L'Newark Liberty International Airport is a major hub for United Airlines and is served by numerous national and international carriers. L'John F. Kennedy International Airport and theLaGuardia Airport are found in the Queens, to New York, and are served by other carriers that do not fly directly to Newark.
- AirTrain Newark connects the airport parking lots, three terminals and the train station, where the frequent New Jersey transit service (NJT) is ten minutes from downtown. Bus NJT # 62 and the limited GoBus stop 28 also both run downtown, the latter with continuous service to North Newark.
- The Taxi service it is based on a flat rate determined by the destination and paid before the start of the trip.
By car
Route 21 (McCarter Hwy) runs north to south along the railroad tracks a few blocks east of downtown. I-78 skirts the southern edge of the city, while US Route 1/9 crosses the Pulaski Skyway and Lincoln Highway bridges from Jersey City and the Newark Bay Extension from Manhattan (both via the Holland Tunnel). Take Raymond Blvd., then exit and drive along the Passaic River downtown. Interstate 95 also runs through the city and connects it with Trenton, Philadelphia and New York. US Route 22 also connects further west, goes beyond Interstate 78 and arrives in Cincinatti.
On the train
- 2 Pennsylvania Station (Penn Station) (IATA: ZRP) (A few blocks from the heart of downtown Newark). Pennsylvania Station is a beautiful old McKim Mead & White style building and well worth a visit. It is served by Amtrak is New Jersey Transit Northeast Corridor, North Jersey Coast Line and Raritan Valley Line, with connections to and from New York, Philadelphia, Trenton and other points to the south and west. Both Newark and New York have a "Penn Station". Sometimes it's easy to mistake the conductor saying "New York" for "Newark" (and vice versa), so be careful not to accidentally get off at the wrong station.
Metro PATH connects via the NWK-WTC line, the Pennsylvania station with Jersey City and the World Trade Center a Lower Manhattan. Connections can be made to other PATH lines to Hoboken and 33rd St. a Manhattan. 
- 3 Broad Street Station. Broad Street Station is served by the New Jersey Transit Montclair-Boonton Line, Morristown Line, and Gladstone with suburban trains to the west and the Hoboken, Secaucus Junction and New York Penn terminal to the east.
By bus
Pennsylvania Station is also the city's bus terminal and is served by NJ Transit local and regional buses, Greyhound and other companies. BoltBus stops outside the station, offering service from Washington D.C., Baltimore, Philadelphia and Boston.
How to get around
By public transport
The Newark Light Rail operates two lines that originate at the Pennsylvania station. The City Subway Line (shown in blue on maps) has a service to University Heights, Branch Brook Park and Grove Street (in adjacent Bloomfield). The Broad Street Line (orange on maps) operates between Pennsylvania Station and Broad Street Station.
There is an extensive network of New Jersey Transit buses, many of which depart from Pennsylvania Station. Taxis are also available and can be tagged.
What see
- 1 Branch Brook Park, Park Ave and Lake St. Branch Brook Park contains 1.5km² of open meadows and small patches of woodland on gently rolling terrain. More than 4,100 cherry trees that bloom in April are greater in both variety and number than Washington DC's famous trees. The park is located 4.3 km from the center and is accessible by light rail. Includes a spectacular view of the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart.
- 2 Basilica-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, 89 Ridge St (It is located north of downtown Newark, across from Branch Brook Park and is accessible by light rail), ☎ 1 973-484-4600. The Sacred Heart Cathedral Basilica is a French Gothic-style cathedral, the fourth largest in North America boasting over 200 stained glass windows and 14 giant bells cast in Italy. The cathedral hosts numerous symphony orchestras and other concerts, as well as serving as the mother church for the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Newark.
- 3 Military Park (Broad St between Rector St and Raymond Blvd), ☎ 1 973-733-9333. A park in the center that was born as a green area for militia training in 1600. The Wars of America monument is a massive work of Mount Rushmore artist Gutzon Borglum. In summer, on Thursdays, the park is home to Common Greens, a farmers market.
- 4 Newark Museum, 49 Washington St, ☎ 1 973-596-6550.
Suggested admission: $ 10 adults; $ 6 children, seniors, students and veterans. Planetarium an additional $ 5 for adults and $ 3 for children, seniors and students. 
Wed-Sun 12: 00-17: 00. The museum complex includes 80 art and science galleries, a mini zoo, planetarium, café, auditorium, sculpture garden, a school from 1780 and the Ballantine House, the restored villa from 1885 which is a National Historic Landmark. - 5 Weequahic Park, Elizabeth Ave and Meeker Ave (If you are driving, take the Elizabeth Ave exit from Route 78 West). Very large park with golf course and large lake. Designed by the Olmsted brothers.
Suggested admission: $ 10 adults; $ 6 children, seniors, students and veterans. Planetarium an additional $ 5 for adults and $ 3 for children, seniors and students. 
Wed-Sun 12: 00-17: 00. The museum complex includes 80 art and science galleries, a mini zoo, planetarium, café, auditorium, sculpture garden, a school from 1780 and the Ballantine House, the restored villa from 1885 which is a National Historic Landmark.Events and parties
What to do
- 1 Prudential Center, Prudential Center, Mulberry St (Across from Triangle Park and one block west of Pennsylvania Station), ☎ 1 973-757-6000. It hosts the NHL's New Jersey Devils, Seton Hall University basketball, the New Jersey Ironmen MISL (indoor soccer) and concerts.
- 2 New Jersey Performing Arts Center, 1 Center St, ☎ 1 888-466-5722.
- 3 Newark Symphony Hall, 1020 Broad St, ☎ 1 973-643-8468.
- 4 New Jersey Historical Society, 52 Park Pl, ☎ 1 973-596-8500. Tue-Sat 12: 00-17: 00.
Art gallery
- 5 Aljira Contemporary Art Center, 591 Broad St, ☎ 1 973-622-1600. Wed-Fri 12: 00-18: 00; Sat 11: 00-16: 00. Described by the "New York Times" as "an exuberant alternative art space in Newark, it often displays works of art that have a sharp social and political edge".
- 6 CWOW Gallery, 6 Crawford St, ☎ 1 973-622-1188. Wed-Fri 12: 00-18: 00; Sat 13: 00-18: 00. Contemporary art gallery.
- 7 Aferro, 73 Market St, ☎ 1 646-220-3772. Thu-Sat 12: 00-18: 00. Contemporary art gallery.
Festival
- Brazilian festival (At Ironbound). In September.
- Cherry blossom festival (Cherry Blossom Festival) (At Branch Brook Park). In April. With 4,300 trees the largest collection in the United States.
- Geraldine Dodge Poetry Festival (Geraldine Dodge Poetry Festival) (In various locations of the Biennale). In October. The largest poetry event in the United States
- Halsey Festival (Halsey Street). In September.
- Lincoln Park Music Festival (Lincoln Park). In July.
- McDonald's GospelFest (Prudential Center). In spring. Talent Contest and Concert, one of the largest Gospel events in the United States.
- Newark Black Film Festival (In various locations). In summer.
- Open doors. In October. A 4-day tour of the city-studies, galleries and museums
- Portugal Day Festival (At Ironbound). In June.
- Wednesdays in Washington Park (Washington Park on Wednesdays). Open air green market and concerts from June to October.
Gospel and Jazz
Newark has a long tradition of jazz and gospel and is home to WGBO, the New York subway jazz station. Popular clubs can be found in its suburbs, all within easy reach of the nearby NJT Morris and Essex Line stations from Broad Street Station. Local churches that have been the breeding ground for numerous R&B singers welcome respectful guests.
- 8 The Priory, 233 West Market Street, ☎ 1 973-242-8012. Friday night jazz series and Sunday brunch.
- 9 Marcus B&P, 56 Halsey Street, ☎ 1 973 675 0004. Sunday jazz brunch by Food Network chef Marcus Samuelsson.
- 10 Greater Abyssinian Baptist Church, 88 Lyons Avenue, ☎ 1 973-923-5205.
- 11 New Hope Baptist Church, 106 Sussex Avenue, ☎ 1 973-622-4547.
- 12 Newark Gospel Tabernacle, 985 South Orange Avenue, ☎ 1 973-399-2507.
Sport
- 13 Prudential Center, 25 Lafayette St. Home to the New Jersey Devils hockey team and home to other college and professional teams, including the Seton Hall Pirates and NJIT Highlanders.
Learn
- 4 Newark Public Library (Newark Public Library), 5 Washington St, ☎ 1 973-733-7784. Mon-Sat 9: 00-17: 30. A great facility for exploring, grabbing a book and learning about the city.
Work
More than 100,000 people travel to Newark on weekdays, making it the largest employment center in New Jersey with many white collar jobs in insurance, finance, import-export, health care and government. As one of the premier venues for courts that include federal, state and county structures, it is home to over 1,000 law firms. The city is also a "university city", with nearly 40,000 students attending the city's universities and medical and law faculties. Its port and rail facilities make Newark the busiest transhipment hub on the East Coast in terms of volume. Light manufacturing also survives in Newark.
Shopping
- Stroll along Ferry Street in East Ward and you will find numerous boutiques, bakeries and cafes. There are no real malls in Newark, but there are malls nearby that city buses connect at a relatively cheap rate. The Mills at Jersey Gardens is IKEA are located in the vicinity of Elizabeth. You can also reach the Newport Center to Jersey City with PATH (Newport-Pavonia).
How to have fun
Night clubs
There is a liquor store at the Pennsylvania station. You can buy single bottles of beer (including small ones).
- 1 Blitz Sports Bar, 179 Wilson Avenue (At Ironbound). Mon-Wed 11: 00-2: 00; Thu-Sat 11: 00-3: 00; Sun 12: 00-2: 00.
- 2 Border's Tex Mex Winery, 1034 Rt 23 (McCarter Hwy).
Where to eat
Newark has several downtown restaurants at the following locations: around Prudential Center, Halsey Street and Ferry Street in Ironbound, the latter known for its Portuguese, Brazilian and Latin cuisine.
Moderate prices
- 1 Central Restaurant, 30 Central Ave (To Halsey), ☎ 1 973-623-8137. Mon-Fri 9: 00-22: 00; Sat-Sun 10: 00-23: 00. Classic dinner at great prices.
- 2 I Gente Cafe, 7 Central Ave (To Halsey), ☎ 1 973-621-9090. Mon-Fri 6: 00-17: 00; Sat 7: 00-16: 00.
- 3 Ferry Street Barbeque, 89 Ferry St, ☎ 1 973-344-7337. Mon-Sun 11: 00-22: 00.
Average prices
- 4 Boi Na Brasa, 70 Adams St, ☎ 1 973-589-6069.
- 5 Brasilia Grille, 99 Monroe St, ☎ 1 973-589-8682. Mon-Thu 11: 30-23: 00; Fri-Sat 11: 30-23: 30; Sun 12: 00-22: 00.
- 6 Verde's Bakery, 44 Ferry St, ☎ 1 973-344-1600.
- 7 Burg, 55 Park Pl (Military Park at WBGO studios), ☎ 1 973-482-BURG (2874). Open every day for lunch and dinner. Simple and designer burgers, etc.
- 8 Dinosaur BBQ, 224 Market Street (Pru Center).
- 9 Edison Ale House, 51 Edison Place (On the corner of Mulberry St from the Prudential Center), ☎ 1 973-643-5560.
- 10 Harvest Table, 127 Halsey Street, ☎ 1 973-494-8183. Open for breakfast and lunch.
- 11 Krugs Tavern, 118 Wilson Avenue.
- 12 Marcus B&P, 56 Halsey Street, ☎ 1 973 675 0004. The restaurant of Food Network chef Marcus Samuelsson
- 13 Sabor Latino Restaurant, 24 Wilson Avenue (Ironbound), ☎ 1 973-274-0075. Amazing Latin food.
- 14 Lit21, 1034 McCarter Hwy, ☎ 1 973-622-6221.
- 15 Sol-Mar Marisqueira & Restaurant, 267 Ferry Street (At the corner of Ferry and Niagara St.), ☎ 1 973-344-3041. This restaurant is one of the best Portuguese restaurants in the Ironbound district. They give large portions and has some of the best Sangria in the area. Delicious fish.
- 16 27 Mix, 27 Halsey Street, ☎ 1 973-648-0643. Mon-Wed 11: 30-24: 00; Thu-Fri 11: 30-1: 00; Sat 17: 00-1: 00. Drinks, lunch and dinner.
High prices
- 17 Iberia, 80-84 Ferry St.
- 18 Iberia Bar Peninsula Restaurant, 63-69 Ferry St.
- 19 Fornos of Spain, 47 Ferry St.
- 20 Spanish Tavern, 103 McWhorter St A, Newark, NJ 07105. Mon-Sat 11: 30-22: 00; Sun 12: 00-21: 00.
- 21 Fernandes Steak House, 158 Fleming Ave.
- 22 Spain, 419 Market St (On the corner of Market St and Raymond Blvd).
- 23 Don Pepe, 844 McCarter Hwy, ☎ 1 973 623-4662.
Where stay
In the center
Moderate prices
- 1 Newark YMCA, Washington Park, ☎ 1 973-624-8900. Courteous, clean and very affordable.
- 2 Riveria hotels, 169 Clinton Avenue. A deal at your own risk in an emerging historic district.
Average prices
- 3 Comfort Suites, 1348 McCarter Hwy, ☎ 1 973-481-5200, ☎ 1-866-434-4917, fax: 1 973-481-9399.
- 4 Courtyard Newark Downtown, 858 Broad St (Adjacent to the Prudential Center).
- 5 Element Harrison Newark, 399 Somerset St (Near Harrison PATH station, across the river from downtown). Owned by Marriott.
- 6 Hampton Inn & Suites, 100 Passaic Ave (Take Exit 15E on the NJ Turnpike to I-280, from I-280, take the exit for CR-508 West, then turn right into Popeye's (Passaic Ave) and the hotel will be on the left). The hotel is located in the nearby town of Harrison, but serves as a hotel for the city of Newark.
- 7 Hilton Newark Penn Station, 1048 Raymond Blvd (Gateway Center, within walking distance of many local attractions and connected via skywalk to the downtown train station with easy connections to Manhattan and the airport).
- 8 Indigo hotel, 812 Broad St (In the Four Corners neighborhood, near the Prudential Center and City Hall).
- 9 Robert Treat Hotel, 50 Park Place, ☎ 1 973-622-1000, fax: 1 973-622-6410. Refurbished, it offers free shuttles for guests to both Pennsylvania Station and Newark Liberty Airport. The back rooms have a view on Manhattan, while those at the front have views of Military Park and Broad Street. NJPAC is across the street.
- 10 TRYP Hotel, 24 Park St (Close to NJPAC and Military Park). boutique hotel, the newest in Newark.
At theNewark Liberty Airport
While hotels serving Newark Airport can be inexpensive ($ 50 booked online; $ 69 each), some require multiple hotel shuttle transfers to the airport and NJT # 62 bus to train station. Pennsylvania. Service is sporadic, so you can sometimes expect 1 to 2 hours each way. Hotels located on Route 1 and 9 South / Frontage Road are serviced by the NJT # 40 bus which travels between the airport, downtown and Pennsylvania station on an hourly basis.
- 11 Courtyard Newark Liberty International Airport (Route 1 & 9 S (Frontage Road)), ☎ 1 973-643-8500, fax: 1 973-648-0662.
- 12 Best Western Newark Airport West, 101 International Way, ☎ 1 973-621-6200, fax: 1 973-621-6266.
- 13 Fairfield Inn & Suites Newark Liberty International Airport, 618 Routes 1 & 9 S, (Frontage Road), ☎ 1 973-242-2600, fax: 1 973-242-6560.
- 14 Holiday Inn, 160 Frontage Rd, ☎ 1 973-589-1000.
- 15 Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott (A few steps from the terminals and convenient to all means of transport), ☎ 1 973-623-0006, ☎ 1-800-882-1037, fax: 1 973-623-7618.
- 16 SpringHill Suites Newark Liberty International Airport, 652 Route 1 & 9 S (Frontage Road), ☎ 1 973-624-5300, ☎ 1-888-887-8123, fax: 1 973-624-3355.
Safety
Since the infamous Newark riots in the 1960s, the city has been plagued by a somewhat undeserved reputation for high crime and murder. However, crime has dropped significantly in Newark; in fact, the city's overall crime rate is dropping to record lows not seen in decades. However, Newark has its share of persistent problems like any other major city. Car theft and lifting of cars are the most serious crimes in Newark, followed by home invasions. Downtown Newark is busy and safe during the day. It empties at night and can look creepy, but as long as you stay in well-lit open areas you should be fine. The Ironbound neighborhood has most of the great restaurants and is crowded at night and on weekends and is probably the safest part of town, behind Downtown and the residential Forest Hill. If you have to go to an event at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center, the New Jersey Symphony Hall, or the Prudential Center, you should be fine. They are well-lit areas with police presence and the safest in the city.
The northern, central and especially southern neighborhoods have higher crime rates and it is worth being careful in those areas.
Although lively during rush hour and almost completely safe in daylight, Newark Broad Street (NJ Transit) station can be very dangerous at night when few people wait for trains (usually 10pm to 5am ). Armed robberies are common and can happen even when you're not the only one waiting for a delayed train. If you find yourself at the station after closing time, wait in the concourse under the platform or, if not, in one of the illuminated waiting booths on the platform. DO NOT see cell phones or iPods.
How to keep in touch
Keep informed
The leading Newark newspaper is Star Ledger. Other metropolitan area newspapers (New York Times, New York Daily News, New York Post, Asbury Park Press, The Record) are widely available. The online points of sale are:
- The Newark Times is the first multimedia online news platform dedicated to Newark news, lifestyle, events and culture.
- TAP Into Newark is an online news site dedicated to Newark.
- Brick City Live is a site focused on Newark news, lifestyle and prospects.
- Newark Patch is a daily online news source dedicated to local news about Newark.
- NewarkPulse.com It bills itself as the most popular Newark-based event and event site.
- Newark Metro, a journalism project located in Rutgers Newark, covers metropolitan life in Newark, northern New Jersey and New York.
- City of Newark Twitter shares news and events through its official account.
Around
- Manhattan it is easily accessible. The cheapest way is via the PATH train, from Pennsylvania Station to the World Trade Center or with a transfer to Journal Square (Jersey City) to the line that goes to Christopher St. and along 6th Avenue to 9th, 14th, 23rd and 33rd Street. NJ Transit from Broad Street Station and Pennsylvania Station takes you directly to Penn's Station New York in about 17 minutes.
- The nearby town of Elizabeth, which offers many shopping options, including Jersey Gardens and IKEA Mall, is only a short drive away.
- The coastal region of Jersey Shore, with the cities of Asbury Park, Ocean Grove is Manasquan, the latter fishing town, is served by the North Jersey Coast Line, making it easy to arrange a day trip.
- The Statue of Liberty National Monument includes Ellis Island, once America's busiest immigration station, and Liberty Island, home to the statue itself. Ferries depart from Liberty State Park in Jersey City, reachable by taking PATH to Exchange Place and passing the Hudson-Bergen Light Rail.
- The theme park Field Station: Dinosaurs it is within walking distance of Secaucus Junction, a stop accessible from Pennsylvania station aboard the NJ Transit trains.
- The Thomas Edison National Historical Park, which houses Thomas Edison's laboratory and residence, is located 10 km west of downtown Newark, West Orange.
- Saint John's Church, a Neo-Gothic-style Roman Catholic church that houses outstanding 19th-century artwork and a historic pipe organ, is located in the nearby town of Orange.
Hitch-hiking
Believe it or not, it is possible to hitchhike out of theNew York metropolitan area. If you are looking to travel long distances, your best bet is to take NJ Transit or Metro North far enough to fit you well in the suburbs, preferably at a stop that puts you close to (within walking distance of) a major highway like an Interstate. From there, go to a ramp and stick your thumb out. New Jersey state hitchhiking laws are notoriously ambiguous and you will be harassed by the local police, so use common sense and discretion. If you are looking to go west in Pennsylvania, your best bet is to take NJ Transit to Mt. Olive, which is only a 5-minute walk from I-80, which generally has a good amount of long-distance westbound traffic.
Useful information
Consulates
Colombia, 550 Broad Street, 15th floor, ☎ 1 862-279-7888, fax: 1 862-279-7885, @[email protected].
Ecuador, 400 Market Street, 4th Floor, ☎ 1 973-344-6900, @[email protected]. 9:30-14:30.
Portugal, 1 Riverfront Plaza, The Legal Center, Main Floor, ☎ 1 973-643-4200, fax: 1 973-643-3900, @[email protected].
Spain. Honorary Consulate.
Sri Lanka. Honorary Consulate.
