Journal Square Travel Guide
Jersey City





Visit Journal Square
Popular places to visit

Loew's Jersey Theater
Grab some popcorn and travel back to the golden age of Hollywood cinema at Jersey City’s stunningly opulent movie palace.

American Dream
When you visit American Dream, a popular shopping spot in East Rutherford, you can enjoy some retail therapy. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

MetLife Stadium
Catch an event at MetLife Stadium during your trip to East Rutherford. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene 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.

Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening in Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, a top convention centre in New York. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Liberty State Park
Besides its many attractions, Jersey City’s sprawling waterfront park offers beautiful views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and the Manhattan skyline.
Things to do

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards

New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent

NYC: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket
Top hotels in Journal Square

Hyatt Grand Central New York
Nice
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Great location for access to many NYC highlights. Staff was wonderful and very helpful.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026

Hotel Edison Times Square
Our room was clean, but very small. We had an awful view, unfortunately. We looked down at some rooftops. Do you mean everything? Which ones did you choose which style the other one the yellow one here like the other style better it looks good just small, right bring the sweats fit. OK the sweats ...
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026

Hyatt Regency Times Square
Great central location. Rooms were very clean, beds comfortable, shower was amazing and the entire hotel was great. The staff went above and beyond to get a room ready early when our daughter was sick. Would highly recommend.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
There room was very clean. It had what we needed and was in a good location.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026

NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Very tiny room. Old. Cracked tiles. Mold
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Journal Square

McGinley Square
While visiting McGinley Square, you might make a stop by sights like Yanitelli Center and LaPointe Park.

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.

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.

Historic Downtown
While visiting Historic Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like Hudson River Waterfront Walkway and Jersey City City Hall.

Bergen
Travellers enjoy Bergen for its restaurants and parks. Consider checking out Montgomery Park while you're in the area.

The Heights
While The Heights isn't home to many top sights, Washington Street and Newport Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.

