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
"very nice love it"
Reviewed on 2026/5/25
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
"Front desk staff were lovely. Great location central to everything. The room could have been cleaner, our bath was full of someone else’s hair. The elevators run on a computer system that make riding the elevator a nuisance. You select your floor on a screen and it directs you to a specific elevator ..."
Reviewed on 2026/5/25
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
"If you want to stay somewhere with a historical vibe, this could be an option for you. However the bathroom was too outdated for my liking and the sink drained extremely slowly. I also was surprised to be charged a "resort fee" of $45 a day (my fault for not scrolling to the BOTTOM of the listing ..."
Reviewed on 2026/5/25
Pod Times Square
"POD Times Square was a perfect place for me. The front desk staff was very helpful and even upgraded my room for free! The room was clean and the bed was comfortable. They offer private drivers to the airport for a fee, the also offer free guided tours throughout the week. The bar was cute and comfortable. ..."
Reviewed on 2026/5/25
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
Hampton Inn New York Times Square
"Clean room, lovely indoor/outdoor rooftop terrace bar with plated snacks. Small but fine rooms. Quiet despite being full when we stayed."
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.
