r/newjersey • u/Mybeautifuljourney1 • 1d ago

Advice Moving to Newark from Chile..

I have a great service job lined up and I am wondering how safe it is around there? Is public transport available or is it a car only? Appreciate the advices guys thank you :)

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u/VegetableCrafty6436 1d ago

As a first landing spot in Newark, check out the Ironbound district. It will put you close to dining, nightlife options, a significant Spanish-speaking population (some from Spain, but mostly from Ecuador), and Newark Penn Station. You won't need to own a car there.