The Waterfront Travel Guide
Jersey City
Visit The Waterfront
Popular places to visit
Goldman Sachs Tower
One of the tallest skyscrapers not just in Jersey City, but in the entire Garden State, this towering steel construction looms over the waterfront.
Colgate Clock
This iconic clock face, a neon-lit octagon dating back to 1924, is an emblem of Jersey City and the New York Harbor.
Manhattan Cruise Terminal
Explore the waterfront in New York with a trip to Manhattan Cruise Terminal. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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.
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, a top convention centre in 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.
Things to do
Niagara Falls, Toronto, Thousand Islands 3-Day Tour from New York
New York Skyline Magic - The Real Skyline With a Real Local
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
NYC Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards Admission Ticket
Top hotels in The Waterfront
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Other neighbourhoods around The Waterfront
Hudson Exchange
When in Hudson Exchange, you can plan a visit to One World Trade Center and Brooklyn Bridge, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
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.
Exchange Place North
While there might not be top attractions in Exchange Place North, you can explore the larger area and discover places like One World Trade Center and Brooklyn Bridge.
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 Goldman Sachs Tower.
Harsimus Cove
When in Harsimus Cove, you can plan a visit to One World Trade Center and Jersey City City Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
- Goldman Sachs Tower
- Colgate Clock
- Times Square
- Central Park
- Broadway
- Statue of Liberty
- Grand Central Terminal
- Madison Square Garden
- Manhattan Cruise Terminal
- Rockefeller Center
- American Dream
- Yankee Stadium
- Empire State Building
- MetLife Stadium
- One World Trade Center
- Cape Liberty Cruise Port
- Barclays Center Brooklyn
- Brooklyn Cruise Terminal
- New York University
- 5th Avenue
- Columbia University
- Wall Street
- Bryant Park
- Brooklyn Bridge
- Citi Field
- Bronx Zoo
- Radio City Music Hall