Historic Downtown

Jersey City

Hamilton Park showing a park as well as a couple
Van Vorst Park featuring wild flowers and a park as well as a couple
Jersey City City Hall which includes heritage elements and outdoor art
Van Vorst Park which includes wild flowers, street scenes and a park
Van Vorst Park showing wild flowers, a park and a fountain

Popular places to visit

Jersey City City Hall showing flowers, heritage architecture and a garden

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.

Jersey City City Hall
Hamilton Park which includes a park

Hamilton Park

Picnic and relax in this attractive park, which is surrounded by tree-lined residential streets and well-preserved 19th-century brownstones.

Hamilton Park
Jersey City Museum

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.

Jersey City Museum
Van Vorst Park showing wild flowers, a park and a fountain

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.

Van Vorst Park

Jersey City Medical Center

If Jersey City Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Jersey City.

Jersey City Medical Center

White Eagle Hall

After visiting White Eagle Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Jersey City. Visit the shops and notable monuments in this vibrant area.

White Eagle Hall

Things to do

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

S$62
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Edge NYC

NYC Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards Admission Ticket

S$57
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
NYC Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards Admission Ticket
Catacombs by Candlelight

Catacombs by Candlelight

S$49
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Catacombs by Candlelight
Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum

Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum

S$65
per traveller
88% of travellers recommend
Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum
Museum of Ice Cream New York City Admission Ticket

Museum of Ice Cream New York City Admission Ticket

S$60
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Museum of Ice Cream New York City Admission Ticket
Empire State Building General & Skip-the-Line Ticket Options

Empire State Building General & Skip-the-Line Ticket Options

S$69
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Empire State Building General & Skip-the-Line Ticket Options
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Top hotels in Historic Downtown

Hyatt Grand Central New York
Hyatt Grand Central New York
4 out of 5
109 East 42nd Street, at Grand Central Terminal, New York, NY
The price is S$326 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
S$326
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (5,223 reviews)
"Excellent location, great rooms, great amenities."

Reviewed on 7 Jun, 2025

Hyatt Grand Central New York
The Manhattan at Times Square
The Manhattan at Times Square
4 out of 5
790 7th Ave, New York, NY
The price is S$229 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
S$229
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
5.6/10 (4,362 reviews)
"Nice location access to everything staffing doorman was very nice and accommodating hotels in the process of updating first night was with and old room because we checked in late, they gave us a new room that was amazing in the updated part of the hotel. Make sure you reserve the updated part great ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jun, 2025

The Manhattan at Times Square
Hotel Stanford
Hotel Stanford
3 out of 5
43 W 32nd St, New York, NY
The price is S$217 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
S$217
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in New York. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,417 reviews)
"Great location, for walking to time square, Room was clean and offer two single beds, which it was great for my friend and i."

Reviewed on 10 Jun, 2025

Hotel Stanford
The New Yorker Hotel
The New Yorker Hotel
4 out of 5
481 Eighth Ave., New York, NY
The price is S$269 per night from 22 Jun to 23 Jun
S$269
22 Jun - 23 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy 3 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8/10 Very Good! (5,458 reviews)
"I love the art deco styling of this classic hotel! You don't see architecture or details like this in newer properties. The staff was wonderful. Everyone from the front desk to the concierge desk could not have been nicer or more helpful with suggestions on restaurants, directions, etc. We will definitely ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jun, 2025

The New Yorker Hotel
Arlo Midtown
Arlo Midtown
4 out of 5
351 West 38th Street, New York, NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$260 per night from 15 Jun to 16 Jun
S$260
15 Jun - 16 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (5,630 reviews)
"The staff was great and very helpful."

Reviewed on 10 Jun, 2025

Arlo Midtown
Paramount Times Square
Paramount Times Square
4 out of 5
235 West 46th Street, New York, NY
The price is S$236 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
S$236
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (534 reviews)
"Excelente ubicacion."

Reviewed on 8 Jun, 2025

Paramount Times Square
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown

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Harsimus Cove

When in Harsimus Cove, you can plan a visit to One World Trade Center and Jersey City City Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Harsimus Cove
Van Vorst Park showing a garden and wild flowers as well as a couple

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.

Van Vorst Park
Downtown Jersey City featuring outdoor art

Downtown Jersey City

4.5/5(23 area reviews)

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 Goldman Sachs Tower.

Downtown Jersey City
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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.

Powerhouse Arts District
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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.

Newport
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Hudson Exchange

When in Hudson Exchange, you can plan a visit to One World Trade Center and Brooklyn Bridge, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Hudson Exchange

Historic Downtown