West Side Travel Guide
Jersey City
Popular places to visit
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.
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 acclaimed theatre scene 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 West Side
Hotel Edison Times Square
I really liked how close to all the things I wanted to see and do, I liked the businesses such as Bond41 and Gayle's and The Rum House - it was great to visit and then be able to go right to my room after. What I didnt like - it took me 4 days, and 2 calls (1 hr apart) to get my VIP perk (bottle ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Prime location near everything Times Square, penn station,
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Hyatt Grand Central New York
The room was clean! The staff was so nice and the bar was fun!
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
They offer to choose the type of bed but they don’t delivery what you choose
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
hip, clean, nice
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Arlo Midtown
Great hotel, new, proffesional helpful staff, Will be back
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Side
McGinley Square
While visiting McGinley Square, you might make a stop by sights like Yanitelli Center and LaPointe Park.
Bergen
Travellers enjoy Bergen for its restaurants and parks. Consider checking out Montgomery Park while you're in the area.
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.
Bergen-Lafayette
While there might not be top attractions in Bergen-Lafayette, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Liberty Science Center and Liberty National Golf Club.
Communipaw
Visitors to Communipaw like its monuments and parks, and Hudson River Waterfront Walkway is a sight worth a stop.
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.
