Historic Downtown Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

Popular places to visit

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 City Hall featuring a garden, a city and heritage architecture

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
Van Vorst Park which includes wild flowers, a garden 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 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

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 notable monuments and shops in this family-friendly area.

White Eagle Hall

Activities

American Museum of Natural History Tickets

American Museum of Natural History Tickets

AU$41
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
American Museum of Natural History Tickets
Edge NYC

NYC Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards Admission Ticket

AU$60
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
NYC Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards Admission Ticket
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour + Pedestal Access

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options

AU$96
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium

American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium

AU$49
per traveller
78% of travellers recommend
American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium
Empire State Building General & Skip-the-Line Ticket Options

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

AU$69
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Empire State Building General & Skip-the-Line Ticket Options
New York’s Best Skyline View, Top of the Rock at Rockefeller Center

Top of the Rock Observation Deck

AU$69
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Top of the Rock Observation Deck
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Our pick of the best Historic Downtown Hotel Deals

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

4 out of 5
811 7th Ave, New York, NY
The price is AU$363 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$363
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the ...
7.4/10 Good! (4,090 reviews)
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Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
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 AU$372 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
AU$372
17 Aug - 18 Aug
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! (5,873 reviews)
"good"

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Hyatt Grand Central New York
Hotel St. James

Hotel St. James

2.5 out of 5
109 W. 45TH ST., New York, NY
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (6,186 reviews)
"Such a friendly, classic place to stay in NYC"

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

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Hotel St. James
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS

NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS

4 out of 5
481 Eighth Ave., New York, NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$305 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$305
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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! (5,688 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel. Staff is awesome. Check in was great. Got early check in and upgrade at no cost."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel

PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel

4 out of 5
215 Chrystie St, New York, NY
The price is AU$419 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$419
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 6 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,940 reviews)
"Location and design"

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager 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 AU$281 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$281
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,689 reviews)
Yep!
"Great spot for anyone used to the creature comforts of 4+ star hotels but wants a more affordable option. We stayed here knowing we wouldn’t be in the room for much more time than sleeping and it was perfect. Small but well designed! Will be back."

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

Arlo Midtown
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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 featuring 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 showing outdoor art

Downtown Jersey City

4.5/5(5 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 Colgate Clock.

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 Travel Guide

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