The Heights Travel Guide
Jersey City
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Popular places to visit
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.
MetLife Stadium
Catch an event at MetLife Stadium during your trip to East Rutherford. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Manhattan Cruise Terminal
Explore the waterfront in New York with a trip to Manhattan Cruise Terminal. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums 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.
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
American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium
American Dream Sesame Street Learn + Play Ticket
American Dream: Angry Birds Mini Golf Ticket
New Jersey Devils Ice Hockey Game at Prudential Center
New York City Grand Central Tales from Darkside with NYPD Guides
NYC: Brooklyn Nets NBA Game Ticket at Barclays Center
Top hotels in The Heights
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Staff very very helpful. Space room was ok too for traveling with children and since is next to Grand station so is easy to arrive everywhere just walking some blocks or taking the Metro. I would love TO Stay there again.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Great location and for an older hotel in great shape!!
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
Excellent service, hotel was clean they offer free breakfast coupons would definitely book again.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Times Square
Nice room and had early check-in.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
Location was right next to the subway and a wine store
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Nice hotel, very close to Madison Square Garden and Penn Station. Unfortunately there was an extremely long line to check in. I had to change my clothes in the lobby restroom and then store our bags at the luggag
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Heights
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 Jackie Robinson Statue.
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.
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.
Historic Downtown
While visiting Historic Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like 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.
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.
