Historic Downtown Travel Guide
Jersey City
Visit Historic Downtown
Popular places to visit
Jersey City City Hall
After visiting Jersey City City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Jersey City. Discover the entertainment choices and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Hamilton Park
After visiting Hamilton Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Jersey City. Discover the entertainment choices and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Van Vorst Park
After visiting Van Vorst Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Jersey City. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Jersey City Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Jersey City Museum during your travels in Jersey City. Discover the entertainment choices and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
MetLife Stadium
Catch an event at MetLife Stadium during your trip to East Rutherford. Experience the great live music 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.
Top hotels in Historic Downtown
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
100% recommend this hotel
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Hotel Edison Times Square
From check-in to check-out was incredible. Everyone was so friendly and accommodating.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Excellent
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
The thermostat in our room didn’t work for three days had to turn the fan on manually .
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
Everything was clean and the process of checking in and out was seamless. Would definitely recommend to first timers.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Hotel St. James
Wonderful hotel.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown
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.
Harsimus Cove
When in Harsimus Cove, you can plan a visit to One World Trade Center and Hudson River Waterfront Walkway, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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
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 Hudson River Waterfront Walkway.
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.
