Journal Square
Jersey City





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Popular places to visit

Loew's Jersey Theater
Grab some popcorn and travel back to the golden age of Hollywood cinema at Jersey City’s stunningly opulent movie palace.

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.

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.

Manhattan Cruise Terminal
Explore the waterfront in New York with a trip to Manhattan Cruise Terminal. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

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.
Things to do

Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

Madame Tussauds New York Celebrity Wax Museum

NYC: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket

Empire State Building Observatory Tickets - General Admission & Express

New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
Top hotels in Journal Square

Hyatt Grand Central New York
Clean room and good location
Reviewed on 6 Apr, 2026

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
It was ok. The location is excellent. Their water fountain is broken. Friendly staff. I would stay there again.
Reviewed on 6 Apr, 2026

Hotel Edison Times Square
Room was clean and house keeping was on their job from Day 1. WiFi kept dropping so really didn’t get to enjoy that. Grab and go breakfast was horrible. I ask the staff for water after they gave me a bay orange juice. She said I could only get one drink per ticket. The main good perk was how close ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr, 2026

Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel
The bathroom shower in room 914 was clogged. All other amenities were up to par.
Reviewed on 6 Apr, 2026

Hyatt Regency Times Square
Room was clean and staff were friendly and helpful. I wish the room had a coffee maker or hotpot.
Reviewed on 6 Apr, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
Good.
Reviewed on 6 Apr, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Journal Square

McGinley Square
While visiting McGinley Square, you might make a stop by sights like Yanitelli Center and LaPointe Park.

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.

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.

Historic Downtown
While visiting Historic Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like Hudson River Waterfront Walkway and Jersey City City Hall.

Bergen
Travellers enjoy Bergen for its restaurants and parks. Consider checking out Montgomery Park while you're in the area.

The Heights
While The Heights isn't home to many top sights, Washington Street and Newport Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
