Jersey City Hotel Guide. Hotels in Downtown Jersey City, Jersey City, United States of America

A walkable neighborhood, Downtown Jersey City is known for being urban and family-friendly, while offering convenient options for restaurants and coffee shops. The neighborhood's charm comes through with its skyline. Many visitors come to enjoy the natural beauty of the parks. Downtown Jersey City's hotels and holiday apartments make a great home base for venturing out into the greater Jersey City area.

Sightseeing around Downtown Jersey City

The museums and monuments are some of the local highlights. Jersey City Museum, National September 11 Memorial Museum, and Ellis Island Immigration Museum feature captivating exhibits. At Loew's Jersey Theater, The Skyscraper Museum, and Museum of Jewish Heritage, you'll learn about local culture. Colgate Clock, Goldman Sachs Tower, and Empty Sky Memorial are significant monuments. Hudson and Manhattan Railroad Powerhouse, Central Railroad of New Jersey Terminal, and Justice William Brennan Courthouse are well-known local landmarks. Liberty Science Center, Chelsea Piers, and Field Station Dinosaurs will provide enjoyment for the whole family.

You can get some shopping done while you're here, or take part in any number of other activities. Hamilton Park, Van Vorst Park, and Mary Benson Park are some scenic spots that are popular with the locals. Explore nature at Teaneck Creek Conservancy and Tenafly Nature Center. Plan to do some shopping while in town? Consider Newport Mall, Newport Center Mall, and Old Colony Square Center. If you're looking for something else to do, head to South Street Seaport, Chelsea Market, and Liberty National Golf Club.

Don't miss some of the area's most popular attractions, such as Ellis Island, New York University, and Statue of Liberty. Meluso Park, Liberty State Park, and Pier A Park are other must-sees.

Getting around Downtown Jersey City

To see the sights outside of town, hop aboard a train. Jersey City Harsimuc Cove Station is the closet train station, but Jersey City Grove St. Station and Jersey City Harborside Financial Center Station are also nearby.

The closest major airport is New York, NY (JRB-Downtown Manhattan Heliport), located 2.1 miles (3.4 km) from Downtown Jersey City. You can also fly in and out of Newark, NJ (EWR-Liberty Intl.), which is located 7.6 miles (12.2 km) away.