The Heights Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit The Heights
Popular places to visit
MetLife Stadium
Catch an event at MetLife Stadium during your trip to East Rutherford. Experience the acclaimed theatre 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 enjoy some retail therapy. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Jacob K. Javits Convention Center during your trip to 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.
Hoboken Waterfront
With a bustling downtown vibe and several scenic pier parks, the Hoboken Waterfront is picturesque entertaining precinct with excellent views of New York City .
Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum during your trip to New York. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Activities
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
The Manhattan Helicopter Tour of New York City
Ultimate Manhattan Highlights Helicopter Tours
American Dream Sesame Street Learn + Play Ticket
Our pick of the best The Heights Hotel Deals
Hyatt Grand Central New York
"We have loved this hotel for a long time! I have stayed here for several years. It is clean, well staffed, everyone is very helpful. Usually everything is perfect, this time we had issues with the staff not leaving us washcloths and towels two days. It is also beginning to show some wear and tear, ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
"This hotel is super no"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
"Comfortable room. Bathroom was really small and needed some minor repairs. The hotel lobby is great and the location is unbeatable, steps away from the subway, Penn station and restaurants."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Pod Times Square
"Amazing location and comfortable (if small) rooms. Great basecamp for exploring Manhattan"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
"There were homeless people sleeping in the lobby"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Hampton Inn New York Times Square
"Great Location, good breakfast options. Uber Shuttle picks up right outside the door."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Heights
Journal Square
Are you interested in fascinating museums, important monuments and soaring skyscrapers? A visit to Journal Square might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Loew's Jersey Theater and Jackie Robinson Statue.
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.
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.
Historic Downtown
While visiting Historic Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like Hudson River Waterfront Walkway and Jersey City City Hall.
Harsimus Cove
When in Harsimus Cove, you can plan a visit to One World Trade Center and Hudson River Waterfront Walkway, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
