Journal Square Travel Guide

Jersey City

A cityscape with dense urban buildings, a prominent skyscraper, and a river in the background.
A detailed stone carving with floral and leaf motifs, a central shield-like shape, and a bird figure.
A clock tower with ornate carvings and statues.
A detailed stone facade with ornate carvings and a clear sky in the background.
A neon sign with the text "Loew's Jersey" on a yellow background.

Stay near popular Journal Square attractions

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.
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Things to do

American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium

American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium

฿1,094
per traveller
88% of travellers recommend
American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards

Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket

฿1,427
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket
Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum

Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum

฿946
per traveller
92% of travellers recommend
Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum
New York C3® by CityPASS®

New York C3® by CityPASS®

฿3,772
per adult
New York C3® by CityPASS®
American Dream Sesame Street Learn and Play Ticket

American Dream Sesame Street Learn and Play Ticket

฿776
per adult
American Dream Sesame Street Learn and Play Ticket
American Dream: Angry Birds Mini Golf Ticket

American Dream: Angry Birds Mini Golf Ticket

฿706
per adult
American Dream: Angry Birds Mini Golf Ticket
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Top hotels in Journal Square

Row Nyc

Row Nyc

4 out of 5
700 8th Avenue New York NY
The price is ฿5,472 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿5,472
฿7,917 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Times Square and Broadway are located nearby.
Row Nyc
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

4 out of 5
811 7th Ave New York NY
The price is ฿5,193 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿5,193
฿7,407 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.4/10 Good! (9,123 reviews)
"Again, I was not fond of sleeping on the hotel lobby couch for 2 hours until my room was ready. I honeslty spent money for one night only to sleep in it for a few hours. Absolutely never returning and I am not recommending this hotel to others. I am extremely disappointed on the service, the lack ..."

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Hotel Edison Times Square

Hotel Edison Times Square

4 out of 5
228 W 47th St New York NY
The price is ฿5,439 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿5,439
฿7,956 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
Hotel Edison Times Square
Hyatt Grand Central New York

Hyatt Grand Central New York

4 out of 5
109 East 42nd Street New York NY
The price is ฿8,728 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿8,728
฿11,654 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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 ...
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Lotte New York Palace

Lotte New York Palace

4.5 out of 5
455 Madison Ave New York NY
The price is ฿22,384 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
฿22,384
฿26,754 total
11 Sept - 12 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in New York. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,230 reviews)
"Large room, by NYC hotel standards. Helpful & friendly staff as well as a great location."

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

Lotte New York Palace
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel

PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel

4 out of 5
215 Chrystie St New York NY
The price is ฿10,778 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿10,778
฿14,196 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 6 bars/lounges and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
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Where to stay in Journal Square

Find the best Journal Square areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A bustling street with outdoor seating at various cafes, including Tender Shoot Farm and Ravale.

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 Hudson River Waterfront Walkway.

A modern architectural building with a unique, angular design, surrounded by other tall skyscrapers.
Photo by Marina Timo
Open Photo by Marina Timo

Hudson Yards

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

A city skyline with modern skyscrapers and a waterfront marina.

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.

A city skyline with a prominent skyscraper, a body of water in the foreground, and a crescent moon in the sky.
Photo by Alex Cunha
Open Photo by Alex Cunha

The Waterfront

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

A cityscape with a mix of modern and older buildings, a river in the distance, and a cloudy sky.

The Heights

While The Heights isn't home to many top sights, Barsky Gallery and Washington Street are some notable places to visit nearby.

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