Home to the main campus of the University of Delaware, Newark also has a number of great sites and attractions. Guests can enjoy a day of shopping at the Christiana Mall, which has more than 130 stores and is tax-free, year round. There are also several interesting historical sites near our University of Delaware hotel, including the Iron Hill Museum and the Hale-Byrnes Home. Located at exit 4B off I-95, our hotel is about an hour away from top Delaware beaches, only 35 minutes to downtown Philadelphia. Our Newark hotel near UD is conveniently located, providing an excellent home base for exploring all that the city has to offer.
Our UD hotel recommends the following nearby sites and attractions:
Christiana Mall (0.8 miles) For great local shopping, try Christiana Mall where you can take advantage of tax-free shopping. (302) 731-9815
Deerfield Golf & Tennis Club (5.1 miles) This golf course has public golf courses, meeting and event facilities, public grills, tennis courts, paddleball and a driving range. (302) 368-6640
Hale-Byrnes House (0.9 miles) Visit this historic home built in 1750 that was formally used as a meeting place for Gen. George Washington. (302) 998-3792
Iron Hill Museum (6.7 miles) Learn about the natural and cultural history of the Iron Hill area at this museum, located in a former one-room schoolhouse. Visitors can also go on a nature walk to the colonial iron mines and Native American jasper quarry. (302) 368-5703
The Pond Ice Arena & Performance Center (3.8 miles) Enjoy public ice skating in Newark at The Pond Ice Arena, which features two ice surface, a pro shop and off-ice training facility. (302) 266-0777
University of Delaware (5.1 miles) The University of Delaware in Newark has more than 20,000 students and more than 100 academic majors. (302) 831-2000
White Clay Creek Park (6.4 miles) For nearby outdoor activity, check out White Clay Creek Park, where you can enjoy hiking, fishing and mountain biking. (302) 368-6900
Additional Attractions:
Delaware Park (1.9 miles) The Delaware Valley's premier racetrack and gaming venue. (800) 41-SLOTS
Dover Downs (40.2 miles) Smoke-free casino featuring nearly 3,200 of the newest and most exciting slot machines, Dover Downs adjoins Dover International Speedway and hosts two thrilling NASCAR® race weekends each year. (302) 674-4600
Driving Directions:
Country Inn & Suites Newark is located on Rte. 58-West/1024 Old Churchmans Road, off Interstate 95 at exit 4-B or Rte. 1 at exit 166.