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Newark
Newark, New Jersey's largest city, pairs a historic "Brick City" skyline with the Ironbound district's Portuguese and Brazilian restaurants, a neighbourhood known for its lively food scene along Ferry Street. It is also one of the country's busiest transport gateways, sitting just minutes from Manhattan yet anchored by its own museums, parks and the Prudential Center arena.
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Frequently asked questions about Newark
How do I get to Newark?
Most travellers arrive via Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), reached from its rail station by the AirTrain Newark monorail; that station connects directly onto NJ Transit's Northeast Corridor and North Jersey Coast lines as well as Amtrak services, with onward trains to Newark Penn Station and New York Penn Station. Note that the airport rail station has no direct road access, so transfers run strictly by train or AirTrain, not by taxi pickup at the platform.
How many days should I spend in Newark?
A single day covers the Ironbound's dining strip and a core sight such as the Newark Museum of Art or Branch Brook Park, while ~2 days allows time for NJPAC performances, Riverfront Park and a wider loop of the city's neighbourhoods.
What is Newark known for?
Newark, New Jersey's largest city, pairs a historic "Brick City" skyline with the Ironbound district's Portuguese and Brazilian restaurants, a neighbourhood known for its lively food scene along Ferry Street. It is also one of the country's busiest transport gateways, sitting just minutes from Manhattan yet anchored by its own museums, parks and the Prudential Center arena.