Newark, United States

Things to do in Newark

106 ranked activities1 in the 90+ Club

Newark handles a lot of practical travel: airport transfers, port pickups for cruises, plus city walking tours, Ironbound food crawls and quick trips across the river into Manhattan.

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What are the best things to do in Newark?

Outty ranks 106 bookable experiences in Newark, United States. The highest scoring is The Escape Game New Jersey: 60-Minute Adventure at American Dream at 93 out of 100, followed by Experience Great Big Game Show New Jersey, New York, D.C, Niagara Falls & Boston 7-Day Tour, New York City Skyline Helicopter Tour from New Jersey. Prices start at $9 per person and 1 experiences score 90 or above, putting them in the Outty 90+ Club. April to June and September to November.

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Most Popular in Newark

The experiences travelers book most right now.

Most Highly Reviewed in Newark

Highest traveler sentiment with enough reviews to trust it.

Last Minute in Newark

Confirmed availability today or tomorrow.

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Family Friendly in Newark

Works with children in tow, by age policy and pacing.

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Food & Drink in Newark

Food tours, tastings, markets and dinner experiences.

Culture & History in Newark

Museums, landmarks and stories behind the streets.

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Outdoors in Newark

Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

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Nightlife in Newark

After dark: bars, shows and evening cruises.

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Planning questions about Newark

What are the best things to do in Newark?
The Escape Game New Jersey: 60-Minute Adventure at American Dream is the highest ranked experience in Newark, scoring 93 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 496 traveler reviews. Experience Great Big Game Show New Jersey, New York, D.C, Niagara Falls & Boston 7-Day Tour, New York City Skyline Helicopter Tour from New Jersey, LEGOLAND Discovery Center Westchester Admission Ticket round out the top five. Outty ranks 106 bookable experiences in Newark, United States, and 1 of them score 90 or above.
How much do activities in Newark cost?
The median price across everything we rank in Newark is $109 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $9 on American Dream TiLT Museum 3D Art Experiene Ticket. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.
Can I book something in Newark for today?
Yes. 106 of the 106 experiences we rank in Newark currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.
Is Newark good for families?
Yes. 15 of the experiences we rank in Newark are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.
How many days do you need in Newark?
Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
When is the best time to visit Newark?
April to June and September to November. Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
Can I cancel a booking in Newark?
98 of the 106 experiences we rank in Newark offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.
How does the Outty Ranking work?
Every experience in Newark gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Newark so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.