Journal Square Travel Guide
Jersey City





Visit Journal Square
Stay near popular Journal Square attractions
Things to do

American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium

Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket

Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum

American Dream Sesame Street Learn and Play Ticket

American Dream: Angry Birds Mini Golf Ticket
Top hotels in Journal Square

Row Nyc
"Great location"
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

Hyatt Grand Central New York
"Convenient location & indoor access to Grand Central station. Beautiful safe hotel with exceptional staff."
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

Lotte New York Palace
"Clean room and comfortable bed. I was surprised that the hotel is not as renovated as I had expected — it’s nice but not THAT nice as it is an older hotel. The staff is not 5 star like in other high end hotels. For instance, the hostess at the Gold Room was not helpful and prioritized talking with ..."
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel

Empire Hotel
"Very small room, no space to put the luggage - phones were disconnected - could not contact reception from the room - not a good experience overall"
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Journal Square

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.

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.

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

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.

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

















