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
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
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
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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$369 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
S$369
20 Jul - 21 Jul
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! (5,538 reviews)
"Very nice hotel and great location. Staff was professional but not Friendly."

Reviewed on 7 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$230 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
S$230
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! (6,091 reviews)
"Great location and staff! Just down the street from several theaters and Times Square and close to a couple different subway lines."

Reviewed on 7 Jul, 2025

Hotel St. James
Lotte New York Palace
Lotte New York Palace
4.5 out of 5
455 Madison Ave, New York, NY
The price is S$771 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
S$771
24 Jul - 25 Jul
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! (1,519 reviews)
"Nice experience. Only thing was the beds are actually full and not queen. Coming from Texas it was an adjustment"

Reviewed on 2 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$282 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
S$282
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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! (4,609 reviews)
"Great location and friendly staff"

Reviewed on 7 Jul, 2025

Hotel Edison Times Square
The New Yorker Hotel
The New Yorker Hotel
4 out of 5
481 Eighth Ave., New York, NY
The price is S$267 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
S$267
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! (5,518 reviews)
"Good Stay!!!"

Reviewed on 6 Jul, 2025

The New Yorker Hotel
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$324 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
S$324
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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! (3,782 reviews)
"Great location elevators take time"

Reviewed on 6 Jul, 2025

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
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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 showing a garden and wild flowers 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 featuring 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