It’s hard to miss the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart as you explore downtown Newark. This French Gothic-styled cathedral features more than 200 stained glass windows and 14 giant bells imported from Italy. The fourth largest of its kind in North America, this cathedral is not only a beautiful architectural attraction but also a performance venue for several choirs and symphonies.
Get your groove on at QXT’s, the best dance club in Newark and New Jersey’s premier alternative dance club. For over 20 years, this nightlife destination has opened its doors on Friday and Saturday nights to let in the crowds ready to jam to alternative music–a genre including New Wave, Goth, Industrial, Deathrock, Punk, Rock and the occasional throwback to the 80s.
Located just minutes away from the heart of downtown and all of its attractions, Branch Brook Park is a gorgeous retreat in the middle of an urban landscape. Wander through its 360 acres of sprawling meadows and woodlands. Walk, jog, bike or birdwatch along the miles of undulating terrain, filled with streams and lakes and lined with 4,000 cherry blossom trees.
Brunswick Zone has it all: bowling, billiards and an arcade. Slide into a pair of bowling shoes and head to one of the 32 lanes available for public bowling. Challenge a group of friends or family members to a little competition at the alley or wander over to the pool tables or video games.