The Heights Travel Guide
Jersey City
Visit The Heights
Popular places to visit
MetLife Stadium
Catch an event at MetLife Stadium during your trip to East Rutherford. Experience the acclaimed theatre 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 enjoy some retail therapy. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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.
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 .
Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum during your trip to New York. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Things to do
NYC: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket
American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium
American Dream Sesame Street Learn + Play Ticket
American Dream: Angry Birds Mini Golf Ticket
New York City Grand Central Tales from Darkside with NYPD Guides
American Dream One Day Fun Day Dreamworks Waterpark 4-in-1 Pass
Top hotels in The Heights
Hotel Edison Times Square
Comfortable and clean
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
You can hear street noise on 40th floor room at night time.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
I love the old art deco authenticity of this hotel, and the view is spectacular. The tick tock diner is so convenient and delish. Fabulous!
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Buena relación calidad precio..!!
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
Staff are nice but I didn’t get my hotels.com F&B credit and the water dispenser on my floor was broken meaning I had to go up and down each time I needed to get water.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Hampton Inn New York Times Square
Clean room.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Heights
Journal Square
Are you interested in fascinating museums, important monuments and soaring skyscrapers? A visit to Journal Square might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Loew's Jersey Theater and Jackie Robinson Statue.
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.
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.
Historic Downtown
While visiting Historic Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like 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.
Newport
Unique features of Newport include the river views and bars. Make a stop by Newport Centre or Holland Tunnel while you're exploring the area.
