Journal Square Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Journal Square
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 entertainment choices and great live music 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 fascinating museums and entertainment choices 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.
Activities
New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
NYC: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket
American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium
Our pick of the best Journal Square Hotel Deals
Hyatt Grand Central New York
This is a perfect affordable hotel for NYC, it’s not brand new but it is well kept.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
clean
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel
The thermostat in our room was faulty and did not work properly.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
Easy to check in and out. Friendly staff. Breakfast included. Easy access to time square.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
No breakfast for us
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Times Square
No room service and very limited food options at the hotel. When we checked in we had a room with wet floors, they did move us and gave us a credit to fix it. That was nice and appropriate.
Reviewed on 2 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.
