Journal Square Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Loew's Jersey Theater
Grab some popcorn and travel back to the golden age of Hollywood cinema at Jersey City’s stunningly opulent movie palace.

MetLife Stadium
Catch an event at MetLife Stadium during your trip to East Rutherford. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area.

American Dream
When you visit American Dream, a popular shopping spot in East Rutherford, you can enjoy some retail therapy. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Jacob K. Javits Convention Center during your trip to New York. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Liberty State Park
Besides its many attractions, Jersey City’s sprawling waterfront park offers beautiful views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and the Manhattan skyline.

Hoboken Waterfront
With a bustling downtown vibe and several scenic pier parks, the Hoboken Waterfront is picturesque entertaining precinct with excellent views of New York City .
Things to do

New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent

Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

NYC: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket

Empire State Building Observation Deck & Museum Ticket

Ultimate Manhattan Highlights Helicopter Tours
Top hotels in Journal Square

Hyatt Grand Central New York
"We had the room for only 1 night, arrived late and needed to leave the next morning early. The morning of checkout we realized the shower did not work. The shower did not have a drain plug. Also the iron stand was falling off the wall. For the price we paid, this was especially disappointing. We ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026

Hotel Edison Times Square
"Room was NY-small, but adequate for me."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026

Empire Hotel
"Clean and friendly"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026

NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
"The hotel and rooms are old. It's noisy outside. There were workers doing maintenance, which wasn't a great experience. Even though the guy gave us a better room, it still wasn't clean or modern enough. The New Yorker Hotel has a good reputation, and I hope they take better care of it in the ..."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
"We loved the location. Right in the middle of everything we needed & more. My mom uses a walker and the staff was very nice & helpful with her. Very clean & nice. Highly recommend!"
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026

Pod Times Square
"Room was dirty. Do not recommend. I left after a few hours and made other accommodations."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Journal Square

The Waterfront
If you're spending some time in The Waterfront, Newport Centre and Hudson River Waterfront Walkway are top sights worth seeing.

Hudson Yards
While you're in Hudson Yards, take in top sights like The Edge and jump on the metro at 34th Street–Hudson Yards Station to see more of the city.

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.

Newport
Unique features of Newport include the river views and bars. Make a stop by Newport Centre or Holland Tunnel while you're exploring the area.

The Heights
While The Heights isn't home to many top sights, Barsky Gallery and Washington Street are some notable places to visit nearby.
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