The Heldrich invites you to explore the best of New Brunswick just outside our front door. We are directly across the street from three performing arts theaters, and moments from shopping, dining and nightlife. Less than 60 mins away, you can visit Manhattan landmarks such as the Statue of Liberty; or take a day trip to Atlantic City and the Jersey shore. Whether you seek urban comforts or scenic adventures, The Heldrich is the perfect host.

Getting Around

• NJ Transit

Downtown New Brunswick

• Dining & Shopping
  Stroll the streets of downtown New Brunswick for everything from gourmet four-star restaurants to casual bistros, featuring a wide array of culinary delights. Shop for the latest fashions, rare antiques and more. A short drive away, visit the popular Jackson Premium Outlets
  
  
• Entertainment & New Brunswick Theater District
  New Brunswick is known for its vibrant cultural scene, enjoyed by over 350,000 annual visitors. The Heldrich is within walking distance to the State Theatre, George Street Playhouse, and Crossroads Theatre Company. Highlights include:
  
  • The State Theatre
  • Smart Talk Connected Conversations
  • George Street Playhouse
  • Crossroads Theatre Company
  • American Repertory Ballet
  • Cabaret Theatre
  • Mason Gross School of the Arts
    
    
• Nightlife
  International cuisine, live music, pubs and clubs create a vibrant atmosphere.
  
• Stage Left
• Catherine Lombardi's
• The Frog & the Peach
• Daryl Wine Bar
• SoHo on George
• Perle and Glo Nightclubs
• The Old Bay Restaurant (Live Music)
• The Stress Factory(Comedy Club)
• Piquant Breadbar & Grill
  
  
• Museums & Galleries
  • Jane Voorhees Zimmerli Art Museum(Rutgers - The State University of New Jersey)
  • Hungarian Heritage Museum
  • Visual Arts League
  • Grounds For Sculpture

• Atlantic City & Jersey Shore
  Atlantic City’s legendary boardwalk and opulent casinos are an easy day trip. Stroll on the beach and gaze out at the Atlantic Ocean. Nearby, you can explore quaint coastal villages, lighthouses, and enjoy recreational options. From swimming and fishing, to local festivals and amusement parks, you will have a taste of New Jersey’s famed vacation fun.
  
  
• Meadowlands Sports Complex
  Premier sports and entertainment venue encompassing Giants Stadium, Continental Airlines Arena, and Meadowlands Racetrack.
  
  
• Six Flags Great Adventure
  Admission also includes Six Flags Hurricane Harbor water park and Six Flags Wild Safari, the world’s largest drive-through Safari outside of Africa!
  
  
• Somerset Patriots Minor League Baseball
  
  
• New York City
  • Liberty State Park
    • Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
      See where over 12 million immigrants arrived in the United States from 1892 to 1954.
    • Ellis Island Immigration Museum
    • Liberty Science Center
      Educational and science exhibits as well as the nation’s largest IMAX dome theater.
      
      
• Nearby Medical Institutions & Universities
  
  • Robert Wood Johnson Medical Center
  • St. Peter's University Hospital
  • University of Medicine & Dentistry New Jersey
  • The Cancer Institute of New Jersey
  • Children's Specialized Hospital
  • Rutgers University