Historic Downtown Travel Guide
Jersey City
Visit Historic Downtown
Popular places to visit
Jersey City City Hall
View the grand and lavish exterior of this late 19th-century building, which still serves as Jersey City’s seat of government and a place to get married.
Hamilton Park
Picnic and relax in this attractive park, which is surrounded by tree-lined residential streets and well-preserved 19th-century brownstones.
Jersey City Museum
View a collection of works by local artists from the 1800s and 1900s, including paintings, sculptures and mixed media pieces, at this community-oriented museum.
Van Vorst Park
Bordered by beautiful 19th-century brownstone houses, this pretty city park features grassy patches, paved paths, a playground and a dog run.
White Eagle Hall
After visiting White Eagle Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Jersey City. Visit the shops and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Meluso Park
Explore the great outdoors at Meluso Park, a lovely green space in Jersey City. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Things to do
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
NYC: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
Empire State Building Observation Deck & Museum Ticket
Top hotels in Historic Downtown
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Loved the Hyatt. Great location, great accommodations. Staff took such good care of me. Able to jump on subway and go anywhere plus so many options in walking distance. Didn't try the breakfast
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Beautiful hotel!
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Pod Times Square
It was a great location!
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
This was my first time staying here and I was very impressed by the location, service, and amenities. I will definitely return and rate it 10/10
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Hampton Inn New York Times Square
the elevators are a disaster. Sometimes you have to wait 15 minutes for one. The breakfast is ample, but is not good food.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown
The Village
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in The Village and surrounding area, you can visit Hudson River Waterfront Walkway and Jersey City City Hall.
Harsimus Cove
When in Harsimus Cove, you can plan a visit to One World Trade Center and Hudson River Waterfront Walkway, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Hamilton Park
Hamilton Park might not have many top sights, but Newport Centre and Hudson River Waterfront Walkway are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Van Vorst Park
If you're spending some time in Van Vorst Park, Jersey City City Hall and Jersey City Public Library are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Jersey City
Travellers to Downtown Jersey City praise its popular shops. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to stop by Jersey City City Hall and Hudson River Waterfront Walkway.
Powerhouse Arts District
While there might not be top attractions in Powerhouse Arts District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like One World Trade Center and Jersey City City Hall.
