Historic Downtown

Jersey City

Hamilton Park showing a park as well as a couple
Van Vorst Park featuring wild flowers and a park as well as a couple
Jersey City City Hall which includes heritage elements and outdoor art
Van Vorst Park which includes wild flowers, street scenes and a park
Van Vorst Park showing wild flowers, a park and a fountain

Popular places to visit

Jersey City City Hall showing flowers, heritage architecture and a garden

Jersey City City Hall

View the grand and lavish exterior of this late 19th-century building, which still serves as Jersey City’s seat of government and a place to get married.

Jersey City City Hall
Hamilton Park which includes a park

Hamilton Park

Picnic and relax in this attractive park, which is surrounded by tree-lined residential streets and well-preserved 19th-century brownstones.

Hamilton Park
Jersey City Museum

Jersey City Museum

View a collection of works by local artists from the 1800s and 1900s, including paintings, sculptures and mixed media pieces, at this community-oriented museum.

Jersey City Museum
Van Vorst Park showing wild flowers, a park and a fountain

Van Vorst Park

Bordered by beautiful 19th-century brownstone houses, this pretty city park features grassy patches, paved paths, a playground and a dog run.

Van Vorst Park

Jersey City Medical Center

If Jersey City Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Jersey City.

Jersey City Medical Center

White Eagle Hall

After visiting White Eagle Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Jersey City. Visit the notable monuments and shops in this family-friendly area.

White Eagle Hall

Things to do

Jersey City Private Coaching With a Competitive CrossFit Athlete

Jersey City Private Coaching With a Competitive CrossFit Athlete

S$300
per adult
Jersey City Private Coaching With a Competitive CrossFit Athlete
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

S$61
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Edge NYC

NYC Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards Admission Ticket

S$50
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
NYC Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards Admission Ticket
Catacombs by Candlelight

Catacombs by Candlelight

S$49
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Catacombs by Candlelight
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Sunset Cruise

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Sunset Cruise

S$32
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Sunset Cruise
Empire State Building General & Skip-the-Line Ticket Options

Empire State Building General & Skip-the-Line Ticket Options

S$64
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Empire State Building General & Skip-the-Line Ticket Options
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Top hotels in Historic Downtown

Hyatt Grand Central New York

Hyatt Grand Central New York

4 out of 5
109 East 42nd Street, at Grand Central Terminal, New York, NY
The price is S$320 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
S$320
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (5,652 reviews)
"This hotel was EXCELLENT, and you really can't beat it's location in NYC. Will definitely choose it again next time I get to go to NYC."

Reviewed on 16 Jul, 2025

Hyatt Grand Central New York
Hotel St. James

Hotel St. James

2.5 out of 5
109 W. 45TH ST., New York, NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$264 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
S$264
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (6,102 reviews)
"Location was great. AC was real loud and annoying."

Reviewed on 16 Jul, 2025

Hotel St. James
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 S$302 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
S$302
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
7.4/10 Good! (3,855 reviews)
"Accesible to Universal Studuios. We have the connecting rooms. Staffs are friendly."

Reviewed on 16 Jul, 2025

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Lotte New York Palace

Lotte New York Palace

4.5 out of 5
455 Madison Ave, New York, NY
The price is S$743 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
S$743
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in New York. Enjoy a full-service spa, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,539 reviews)
"Very convenient location, rooms a bit old, but in general hotel is great"

Reviewed on 14 Jul, 2025

Lotte New York Palace
Hotel Edison Times Square

Hotel Edison Times Square

4 out of 5
228 W 47th St, New York, NY
The price is S$268 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
S$268
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy 2 restaurants, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (4,661 reviews)
"Hotel rooms are decent, air conditioning is loud, breakfast was great, great location for theaters!!!"

Reviewed on 16 Jul, 2025

Hotel Edison Times Square
THE NEW YORKER HOTEL BY LOTTE HOTELS

THE NEW YORKER HOTEL BY LOTTE HOTELS

4 out of 5
481 Eighth Ave., New York, NY
The price is S$268 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
S$268
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8/10 Very Good! (5,591 reviews)
"Good service, comfortable bed, great locati9n. R99m size was definitely tight spaced."

Reviewed on 15 Jul, 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown

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Harsimus Cove

When in Harsimus Cove, you can plan a visit to One World Trade Center and Jersey City City Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Harsimus Cove
Van Vorst Park featuring wild flowers and a park as well as a couple

Van Vorst Park

If you're spending some time in Van Vorst Park, Jersey City City Hall and Jersey City Public Library are top sights worth seeing.

Van Vorst Park
Downtown Jersey City showing outdoor art

Downtown Jersey City

4.5/5(23 area reviews)

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 Goldman Sachs Tower.

Downtown Jersey City
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Powerhouse Arts District

While there might not be top attractions in Powerhouse Arts District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like One World Trade Center and Jersey City City Hall.

Powerhouse Arts District
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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.

Newport
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Hudson Exchange

When in Hudson Exchange, you can plan a visit to One World Trade Center and Brooklyn Bridge, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Hudson Exchange

Historic Downtown