West Side Travel Guide
Jersey City
Popular places to visit
MetLife Stadium
Catch an event at MetLife Stadium during your trip to East Rutherford. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums 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 acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums 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.
Hoboken Waterfront
With a bustling downtown vibe and several scenic pier parks, the Hoboken Waterfront is picturesque entertaining precinct with excellent views of New York City .
Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum during your trip to New York. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Things to do
American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium
Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum
Central Park Zoo Admission Ticket with 4D Theater Access
New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
American Dream: LEGOLAND Discovery Center New Jersey
Top hotels in West Side
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Great area and great selection
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Wish there was more accessible free water and coffee but over all the credit to the market was great and housekeeping did a great job keeping our room tidy while we were gone.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency Times Square
Room was clean, everyone was very nice and accommodating
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
perfect
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Lotte New York Palace
I did not have breakfast.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
The room was older but clean. The staff was friendly and helpful. I had a change of plans and needed to change booking from a King to a Queen, which was done.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Side
McGinley Square
While visiting McGinley Square, you might make a stop by sights like Ed's Exchange and Yanitelli Center.
Bergen
You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Bergen. You might want to make time for a stop at Montgomery Park or Ed's Exchange.
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.
Bergen-Lafayette
While there might not be top attractions in Bergen-Lafayette, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Liberty Science Center and Liberty National Golf Club.
Communipaw
Visitors to Communipaw like its monuments and parks, and Hudson River Waterfront Walkway is a sight worth a stop.
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.
