The Waterfront Travel Guide
Jersey City
Visit The Waterfront
Popular places to visit
Goldman Sachs Tower
One of the tallest skyscrapers not just in Jersey City, but in the entire Garden State, this towering steel construction looms over the waterfront.
Colgate Clock
This iconic clock face, a neon-lit octagon dating back to 1924, is an emblem of Jersey City and the New York Harbor.
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
Learn about the events happening in Jacob K. Javits Convention Center during your trip to 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
Top of the Rock Timed Admission
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
NYC: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket
New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium
Top hotels in The Waterfront
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Location! Location! Location! Great hotel great staff! We will be back! One area would be to upgrade the washrooms in rooms but minor
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
The location is great. Rooms are small and could use a facelift but ok. Rooms that say double beds are 47” so if sharing a bed it’s tight for two adults. Staff are friendly. $35 tourism charge per night that you can reclaim as credit if you purchase from restaurant. We used it to get Starbucks and ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Great historic building, opened in 1929, where Nikolas Tesla lived, interesting artifacts downstairs near the fitness room
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
Everything was amazing but there is a disconnect between the front desk and management. I ordered a few things for the room before it was ready. Champagne
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Hampton Inn New York Times Square
Only 1 elevator operated during breakfast times. The one elevator never came. They have 6 elevators and they worked at 11am for checking out. They could also use more sitting area in the lobby area. Everything is was great.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Pod Times Square
Clean room
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Waterfront
Hudson Exchange
If you're spending some time in Hudson Exchange, Newport Centre and Hudson River Waterfront Walkway are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Exchange Place North
While visiting Exchange Place North, you might make a stop by sights like Hudson River Waterfront Walkway and Hudson and Manhattan Railroad Powerhouse.
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.
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.
