What is Newark Like for Family-Friendly Vacations?

If you've been searching for the ideal family-friendly place for a vacation, you may want to consider Newark. Here you'll find various types of family activities sure to appeal to both kids and adults alike. From the sports events to the live music, Newark has many things to see and do that everybody will appreciate. Spend a day checking out attractions like Prudential Center, Military Park and New Jersey Performing Arts Center. When it's time to relax 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. You can choose from 18 Newark accommodations to discover one you and the entire family will appreciate.

What Are Some Places to Stay with Kids in Newark?

Our travelers have rated these as their favorite kid-friendly hotels:

Comfort Suites Newark - Harrison

Hotel with conference center, near Prudential Center
• • Free parking • Free buffet breakfast • Free in-room WiFi • Laundry room • Spacious rooms



Home2 Suites by Hilton Newark Airport

Hotel with bar, near Prudential Center
• • Free breakfast • Free in-room internet • Laundry room • In-room kitchenette • Spacious rooms



Hotel Indigo Newark Downtown

3.5-star hotel with 24-hour fitness center, near Prudential Center
• • Free in-room WiFi • Laundry room • Free airport shuttle • Snack bar/deli • Walkable location



DoubleTree by Hilton Newark Penn Station

3.5-star hotel with bar, near New Jersey Performing Arts Center
• • Free in-room internet • Restaurant • Laundry room • Free airport shuttle • Central location



Newark Liberty International Airport Marriott

4-star hotel with bar, 24-hour fitness center
• • 2 restaurants • Laundry room • Free airport shuttle • Convenience store • Central location

What Should I See and Do with Kids in Newark?

You'll find that Newark and the surrounding area offers lots of interesting things to see while you're visiting the area with the family. Here are some recommendations to make your stay both educational and lots of fun:

Parks
• • Military Park
• • Independence Park
• • Branch Brook Park

Museums & Art Galleries
• • Newark Museum
• • New Jersey Historical Society Museum
• • City Without Walls

Sights & Landmarks
• • Prudential Center
• • New Jersey Performing Arts Center
• • Newark City Hall

Food & Drink
• • Dunkin'
• • Dinosaur Bar-B-Que