Historic Downtown, NJ
Jersey City
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Popular places to visit
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.
Hamilton Park
Picnic and relax in this attractive park, which is surrounded by tree-lined residential streets and well-preserved 19th-century brownstones.
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.
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.
MetLife Stadium
Catch an event at MetLife Stadium during your trip to East Rutherford. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and great live music in this vibrant area.
American Dream
When you visit American Dream, a popular shopping spot in East Rutherford, you can browse for souvenirs. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Historic Downtown Hotel Deals
Hyatt Grand Central New York
"Great"
Reviewed on 2026/5/25
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
"People were friendly and hotel was nice and clean. The only thing is rooms don't have microwave nor a fridge and we couldn't bring any cold items to the room, nor did they have an ice machine no where. Room was clean and beds were comfortable but pillows were very flat and uncomfortable. The only ..."
Reviewed on 2026/5/25
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
"In overall everything was okay, the hotel located in a very busy area, next to penn station and madison sq garden, so getting there and from there is pretty easy, no matter if you come from JFK or EWR. I don't know if other floors are remodeled, but my floor (33rd) felt very old, but maintained. ..."
Reviewed on 2026/5/25
Pod Times Square
"Budget cost does not necessarily mean scrimping on quality. Unbeatable location. Excellent value. Small, sure, but cozy. Ultra modern, clean and completely functional. Just what we needed for a 4 night stay in Manhattan."
Reviewed on 2026/5/24
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
"Everything was great…. The baby had such a great time"
Reviewed on 2026/5/25
Hampton Inn New York Times Square
"The room was very clean. The staff was extremely helpful. My first morning I asked for directions to the nearest subway. I was given excellent directions. The day I was leaving, I left my bags with the Bellman and he was polite and made me feel comfortable leaving them with him. I ate breakfast each ..."
Reviewed on 2026/5/25
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Other neighborhoods around Historic Downtown
The Village
While The Village might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hudson River Waterfront Walkway and Jersey City City Hall.
Harsimus Cove
Harsimus Cove might not have many top sights, but One World Trade Center and Hudson River Waterfront Walkway are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Hamilton Park
Hamilton Park might not have many top sights, but Newport Centre and Hudson River Waterfront Walkway are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Downtown Jersey City
Downtown Jersey City is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Jersey City City Hall and Hudson River Waterfront Walkway.
Powerhouse Arts District
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Powerhouse Arts District and surrounding area, you can visit One World Trade Center and Jersey City City Hall.
