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.
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.
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Jacob K. Javits Convention Center during your trip to New York. Experience the entertainment choices 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.
Hoboken Waterfront
With a bustling downtown vibe and several scenic pier parks, the Hoboken Waterfront is picturesque entertaining precinct with excellent views of New York City .
Things to do
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
American Dream Sesame Street Learn + Play Ticket
American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium
Top hotels in Journal Square
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
100% recommend this hotel
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Excellent
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Lotte New York Palace
The property was exquisite, very well presented and the Christmas décor was fantastic. Rooms were very nice, and the staff was extremely pleasant with our needs.
Reviewed on 17 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 Edison Times Square
Customer service
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Journal Square
McGinley Square
While visiting McGinley Square, you might make a stop by sights like Ed's Exchange and Yanitelli Center.
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
You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Bergen. You might want to make time for a stop at Montgomery Park or Ed's Exchange.
The Heights
While visiting The Heights, you might make a stop by sights like Passaic and Golden Park.
