Historic Downtown, NJ
Jersey City
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Popular places to visit
Jersey City City Hall
View the grand and lavish exterior of this late 19th-century building, which still serves as Jersey City’s seat of government and a place to get married.
Hamilton Park
Picnic and relax in this attractive park, which is surrounded by tree-lined residential streets and well-preserved 19th-century brownstones.
Jersey City Museum
View a collection of works by local artists from the 1800s and 1900s, including paintings, sculptures and mixed media pieces, at this community-oriented museum.
Van Vorst Park
Bordered by beautiful 19th-century brownstone houses, this pretty city park features grassy patches, paved paths, a playground and a dog run.
MetLife Stadium
Catch an event at MetLife Stadium during your trip to East Rutherford. Experience the acclaimed theater 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 browse for souvenirs. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Historic Downtown Hotel Deals
Hotel Edison Times Square
Had some issues with our room not being ready 15 mins after checkin time, had to wait another 15 mins, then they tried to give me a room with 2 queen beds instead of a king bed, they tried to fix it but the King room wasn't ready still I had I had to wait another 20 mins. Once we got our room it ...
Reviewed on May 5, 2026
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Good hotel. Very good neighborhood. Nice staff.
Reviewed on May 4, 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Breakfast was extremely limited. There was no water access for drinking besides vending machines and in New York water is really expensive. The showers are in an extreme need of an updating there’s no ventilation fans the
Reviewed on May 5, 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Horrible experience. Anything barely works the tv didn’t work it wasn’t even smart and there’s no WiFi there no signal no nothing. The sheets were dirty, the ac unit full of dust, the fridge in bad conditions didn’t cool… well worst experience not coming back ever.
Reviewed on May 4, 2026
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
Staff is great. Cleanliness great. Bars great. Ambiance great. Views amazing. The only negative were the room's fearures wasn't working. My initial room had sheer drapes that didn't open. 2nd room has lights that didn't work. 3rd room was good until a few hours in. The sheer drapes didn't close. ...
Reviewed on May 4, 2026
Pod Times Square
I always feel well taken care of here. I have been staying here a few times a year for awhile now and love my rooms!!
Reviewed on May 5, 2026
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Other neighborhoods around Historic Downtown
The Village
While The Village might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hudson River Waterfront Walkway and Jersey City City Hall.
Harsimus Cove
Harsimus Cove might not have many top sights, but One World Trade Center and Hudson River Waterfront Walkway are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Van Vorst Park
If you're spending some time in Van Vorst Park, Jersey City City Hall and Jersey City Public Library are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Jersey City
Downtown Jersey City is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Jersey City City Hall and Hudson River Waterfront Walkway.
Powerhouse Arts District
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Powerhouse Arts District and surrounding area, you can visit One World Trade Center and Jersey City City Hall.
