Newark Travel Guide 2026
Your complete guide to Top 10 restaurants, hotels, and things to do in Newark. Things to Do, Eat & Stay â plus curated category hubs for New Jersey, United States.
Transit-heavy city with major airport access and a growing arts district.
Quick facts
Pop. ~310k67 km² (26 sq mi)EST/EDT (UTCâ5/â4)EWRPuritan-founded port; airport and PATâŚ
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| Population | approximately 310 thousand (2020 census, city) |
|---|---|
| Area | approximately 67 km² (26 sq mi) (dense city limits) |
| Elevation | approximately 10 m |
| Founded / established | Puritan-founded port; airport and PATH hub to Manhattan |
| Time zone | EST/EDT (UTCâ5/â4) |
| Nearest airport | Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) |
| Languages | English, Spanish widely spoken |
| Nicknames | Brick City |
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At a glance
- Last updated: April 2026
- 2 active categories and 20 ranked listings.
- Overall city score: 7.3/10.
- Cost level: $$.
- Top categories: Restaurants & Food (10), Best Neighborhoods (10).
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- Restaurants & Food (10 listings)
- Best Neighborhoods (10 listings)
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