Jersey City Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Liberty State Park which includes city views, general coastal views and night scenes
Jersey City
Liberty State Park showing cbd as well as an individual male
Liberty State Park which includes heritage elements, a bridge and a city
Jersey City

Directly across the Hudson River from Manhattan, this vibrant city offers a smaller scale metropolitan experience anchored by the famous Liberty State Park.

Skip the crowds of Manhattan to enjoy gorgeous vistas and an exciting cultural scene in Jersey City. Compared to its cousin across the Hudson River, Jersey City may seem small but it is actually the state’s second-largest city.

Spend the day outside exploring the 1,212-acre (490.5-hectare) Liberty State ParkOpens in a new window. Get your camera ready for panoramic views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and the Manhattan skyline beyond. Stop at the Empty Sky MemorialOpens in a new window to pay homage to the New Jersey residents who perished in the World Trade Centre terrorist attacks. Walk by the historic Central Railroad of New Jersey Terminal, which welcomed over 8 million immigrants stateside from Ellis Island.

See an IMAX film and check out the interactive exhibits in the Liberty Science Centre, located in the park. Don’t miss its famous Touch Tunnel, which simulates sightlessness.

Enjoy beautiful sights as you walk or bike along the Jersey City and Hoboken WaterfrontOpens in a new window. Take the nearly 5-mile (8-kilometre) path from Liberty State Park up to Hoboken’s bustling Washington Street and Castle Point beyond.

Go inland and catch a show at Loew’s Jersey TheatreOpens in a new window, located in the city’s commercial hub, Journal Square. This magnificently opulent cinema hails back to the 1920s and was recently restored to its former splendour. Check out the vintage working pipe organ inside.

Discover Jersey City’s bustling cultural life in its historic downtown. Walk by stately brownstones and sleek condominiums. Continue onto Grove Street and browse its vibrant array of boutiques and restaurants.

For a change of scene, go to the Palisades. These steep cliffs line the western side of the Hudson River. Their natural beauty is a contrast to the skyscrapers of New York City across the water. Explore The Heights, a residential neighbourhood known for its exquisitely preserved Victorian mansions.

Where to stay in Jersey City

Downtown Jersey City featuring outdoor art

Downtown Jersey City

4.5/5(23 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Jersey City
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Hudson Yards

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

Hudson Yards
Jersey City featuring signage

The Waterfront

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

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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.

Newport
Loew\'s Jersey Theater which includes heritage elements and heritage architecture

Journal Square

Are you interested in fascinating museums, important monuments and soaring skyscrapers? A visit to Journal Square might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Loew's Jersey Theater and Justice William Brennan Courthouse.

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The Heights

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

While visiting The Heights, you might make a stop by sights like Passaic and Golden Park.

The Heights
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Secaucus Meadowlands
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Secaucus Meadowlands
3 out of 5
350 Lighting Way, Secaucus, NJ
The price is £136 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
£136
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Secaucus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7/10 Good! (2,090 reviews)
"L'emplacement de l'hôtel est parfait, la vie magnifique de jour comme de nuit. Le petit déjeuner correct, le personnel très accessible. Besoin de rénovation dans la salle de bain. Certaine chose n’était pas propre (frigidaire). Pour un autre voyage il est sure que je reviendrais dans celui là."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Secaucus Meadowlands
Harmony Suites
Harmony Suites
3 out of 5
455 Plaza Dr, Secaucus, NJ
The price is £119 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
£119
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Secaucus. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,077 reviews)
"Pros: good value. Fair complimentary breakfast. Cons:"

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

Harmony Suites
Best Western Premier NYC Gateway Hotel
Best Western Premier NYC Gateway Hotel
3 out of 5
2650 Paterson Plank Rd, North Bergen, NJ
The price is £124 per night from 17 Jul to 18 Jul
£124
17 Jul - 18 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in North Bergen. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,484 reviews)
"It was very comfy and clean. Super close to nyc and the american dream mall"

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025

Best Western Premier NYC Gateway Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Charming newly renovated full floor Jersey City brownston with WiFi, AC
Charming newly renovated full floor Jersey City brownston with WiFi, AC
Jersey City, NJ
Stay at this apartment in Jersey City. Enjoy an in-room coffee maker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Statue of Liberty and Wall Street are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
"We recently had an amazing stay. Very neat and clean unit, spacious and has all basic amenities. We would love to visit again. Amazing friendly host. Highly recommend.."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Charming newly renovated full floor Jersey City brownston with WiFi, AC
Dharma Home Suites Hoboken at Novia
Dharma Home Suites Hoboken at Novia
4 out of 5
1414 Grand Street, Hoboken, NJ
Stay at this 4-star apartment in Hoboken. Enjoy a rooftop terrace, laundry facilities and premium bedding. Our guests praise the property condition in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (273 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 24 Apr 2025

Dharma Home Suites Hoboken at Novia
Cjay Homes
Cjay Homes
3 out of 5
829 Newark Ave, Jersey City, NJ
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Jersey City. Popular attractions Statue of Liberty and Wall Street are located nearby.
Cjay Homes
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Jersey City

4.3
Top destination
5 - Excellent
12
5 - Excellent 43%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 46%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 7%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 4%
1 - Terrible
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Lovey place to walk around, close to the harbour which is a nice walk, people are friendly and nice, I would recommend going to Carlos bakery this place is amazing, must do.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

NJ is the most densely populated State in the USA and is now Manhattan's (for the Brits - New York) dormitory town It is also The Garden State - so lots of fresh produce

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Very nice location

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Shopping for groceries is quite expensive but I would recommend going to Sprove near Grove Street station as there are options for self catering with basic ingredients or very good ready made fresh foods to reheat at the apartment .

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

The transportation was easy to get to, although there were engineering works at the weekend which made the journey to NYC a bit longer.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

It's close enough to take the bus to Manhattan

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