Journal Square Travel Guide
Jersey City
Visit Journal Square
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.
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 entertainment choices and great live music 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 fascinating museums and entertainment choices 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
American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
American Dream Sesame Street Learn + Play Ticket
Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum
New Jersey Devils Ice Hockey Game at Prudential Center
Ultimate Manhattan Highlights Helicopter Tours
Top hotels in Journal Square
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Great location, just besides grand central , give you access to the whole city
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Great central location, staff was friendly, they give you free water vouchers, charge a destination fee of $35 a day but they give you $35 credit for this a day, cleaning people were available if needed, easy check out, rooms were quiet.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
It was a nice hotel with great staff. They cleaned the rooms everyday. They had grab n go breakfast that was gd! It was awesome!
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel
When we arrived the room assigned us was not cleaned at all from the previous guests. After being transferred to another room, the air conditioning was broken and the rooms were extremely hot. The window was broken and no one came up to fix the issues after being asked numerous times at the front ...
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency Times Square
Theatre District location was incredible, and accommodations were wonderful. Clean, comfortable and spacious. Check in staff were friendly and so efficient. Waiting areas, restrooms and coffee shop was pristine and staff was so helpful. Absolutely loved this hotel and it will be our first choice ...
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
Great location close to trains and restaurants good prices
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Journal Square
McGinley Square
While visiting McGinley Square, you might make a stop by sights like Yanitelli Center and LaPointe Park.
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.
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.
Historic Downtown
While visiting Historic Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like Hudson River Waterfront Walkway and Jersey City City Hall.
Bergen
Travellers enjoy Bergen for its restaurants and parks. Consider checking out Montgomery Park while you're in the area.
The Heights
While The Heights isn't home to many top sights, Washington Street and Newport Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
