The Waterfront Travel Guide
Jersey City





Visit The Waterfront
Stay near popular The Waterfront 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 The Waterfront

ROW NYC
"I would stay here again, for the right price. Location was great, all the staff (front desk, security, etc) were nice & helpful. Our room, while on the smaller side (compared to other NYC hotels I’ve stayed in) was comfortable, thoughtfully laid out, and quiet! It’s amazing to be unaware of the noise ..."
Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
"Amazing stay, amazing staff, clean, felt really safe!"
Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

Hotel Edison Times Square
"Great location , very helpful staff , plenty of breakfast options ( included)"
Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026

Hyatt Grand Central New York

Lotte New York Palace
"Great stay!!!"
Reviewed on 2 Sept 2026

PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
"The people who help carry the luggage were really nice and helpful; however, the people at the front desk epically at night were rude and not helpful."
Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026
Where to stay in The Waterfront

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.

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.

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.

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



















