The Waterfront Travel Guide

Jersey City

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Jersey City showing signage and a city
Jersey City featuring a city
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Popular places to visit

Goldman Sachs Tower which includes a bay or harbour, a city and a skyscraper

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.

Goldman Sachs Tower
Colgate Clock showing a city and signage as well as a small group of people

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.

Colgate Clock
Manhattan Cruise Terminal

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.

Manhattan Cruise Terminal
MetLife Stadium

MetLife Stadium

5/5(8 reviews)

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.

MetLife Stadium
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center

Jacob K. Javits Convention Center

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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.

Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
Liberty State Park which includes a city, a high-rise building and skyline

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.

Liberty State Park

Things to do

BEST Niagara Falls, Toronto, Thousand Islands 3-Day Tour from New York

Niagara Falls, Toronto, Thousand Islands 3-Day Tour from New York

฿22,917
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Niagara Falls, Toronto, Thousand Islands 3-Day Tour from New York
Sunset Kayak Tour

Sunset Kayak Tour

฿1,782
per adult
Sunset Kayak Tour
New York Skyline Magic - Private Tour With a Real Local

New York Skyline Magic - Private Tour With a Real Local

฿1,944
per adult
New York Skyline Magic - Private Tour With a Real Local
Jersey City Private Coaching With a Competitive CrossFit Athlete

Jersey City Private Coaching With a Competitive CrossFit Athlete

฿7,615
per adult
Jersey City Private Coaching With a Competitive CrossFit Athlete
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

฿1,552
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Edge NYC

NYC Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards Admission Ticket

฿1,270
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
NYC Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards Admission Ticket
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Top hotels in The Waterfront

The Manhattan at Times Square
The Manhattan at Times Square
4 out of 5
790 7th Ave, New York, NY
The price is ฿2,916 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
฿2,916
฿5,022 total
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
5.6/10 (4,371 reviews)
"Very nice hotel and convenient to Yankees stadium and Times Square. Very happy!"

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

The Manhattan at Times Square
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Hyatt Grand Central New York
4 out of 5
109 East 42nd Street, at Grand Central Terminal, New York, NY
The price is ฿5,283 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿5,283
฿7,673 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (5,415 reviews)
"Very nice hotel, conveniently located next to Grand Central terminal. Able to hop on the subway and easily get anywhere you need to go. Staff was great, hotel was safe and clean. Will definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

Hyatt Grand Central New York
Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
4 out of 5
145 W 44th St, New York, NY
The price is ฿4,403 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
฿4,403
฿6,289 total
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.6/10 Good! (5,353 reviews)
Great hotel, staff and location
"Really enjoyed my stay here. Hotel was really nice, and bed was super comfortable. All of the staff were very friendly and helpful. Did miss having a coffee machine in the hotel or a breakfast area but Starbucks was right next door so they had daily custom from me. Location was great being just off ..."

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
Hotel St. James
Hotel St. James
2.5 out of 5
109 W. 45TH ST., New York, NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿6,669 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
฿6,669
฿7,766 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (6,056 reviews)
"They have the friendliest staff I've ever encountered. The location was perfect."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025

Hotel St. James
The New Yorker Hotel
The New Yorker Hotel
4 out of 5
481 Eighth Ave., New York, NY
The price is ฿4,077 per night from 2 Jul to 3 Jul
฿4,077
฿6,289 total
2 Jul - 3 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8/10 Very Good! (5,490 reviews)
A great NYC experience!
"The location was great! The diner was delicious and open 24 hours. The room was clean and had awesome city views. A great New York experience!"

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

The New Yorker Hotel
Arlo Midtown
Arlo Midtown
4 out of 5
351 West 38th Street, New York, NY
The price is ฿3,889 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
฿3,889
฿5,700 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,640 reviews)
"Perfect l location"

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Arlo Midtown
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Other neighbourhoods around The Waterfront

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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.

Hudson Exchange
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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.

Powerhouse Arts District
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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
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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.

Exchange Place North
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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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.

Harsimus Cove

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