The Waterfront Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Jersey City which includes a city and signage
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Popular places to visit

Goldman Sachs Tower featuring a city, a high-rise building and a bay or harbour

Goldman Sachs Tower

One of the tallest skyscrapers not just in Jersey City, but in the entire Garden State, this towering steel construction looms over the waterfront.

Goldman Sachs Tower
Colgate Clock featuring signage and a city as well as a small group of people

Colgate Clock

This iconic clock face, a neon-lit octagon dating back to 1924, is an emblem of Jersey City and the New York Harbor.

Colgate Clock
MetLife Stadium

MetLife Stadium

Catch an event at MetLife Stadium during your trip to East Rutherford. Experience the great live music and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

MetLife Stadium
Manhattan Cruise Terminal

Manhattan Cruise Terminal

Explore the waterfront in New York with a trip to Manhattan Cruise Terminal. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.

Manhattan Cruise Terminal
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center

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 theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.

Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
Liberty State Park showing a river or creek, a city and a skyscraper

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.

Liberty State Park

Activities

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour + Pedestal Access

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options

AU$105
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
American Museum of Natural History Tickets

American Museum of Natural History Tickets

AU$46
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
American Museum of Natural History Tickets
American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium

American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium

AU$48
per traveller
78% of travellers recommend
American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium
Central Park Walking Tour

Central Park Walking Tour

AU$76
per adult
Central Park Walking Tour
American Dream: LEGOLAND Discovery Center New Jersey

American Dream: LEGOLAND Discovery Center New Jersey

AU$48
per traveller
74% of travellers recommend
American Dream: LEGOLAND Discovery Center New Jersey
New York’s Best Skyline View, Top of the Rock at Rockefeller Center

Top of the Rock Observation Deck

AU$81
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Top of the Rock Observation Deck
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Our pick of the best The Waterfront Hotel Deals

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

4 out of 5
811 7th Ave, New York, NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$391 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$391
26 Oct - 27 Oct
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! (5,060 reviews)
"Location is excellent and area is very walkable. I did not like the Starbucks in the lobby, there hot food options were terrible. Staff was good, but check-in to me was awful because of so many people checking in."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel

Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel

4 out of 5
235 West 46th Street, New York, NY
The price is AU$315 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$315
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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! (1,364 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel
Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square

Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square

4 out of 5
145 W 44th St, New York, NY
The price is AU$313 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$313
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (5,831 reviews)
"-Got married in NYC and stayed here. Have stayed here a few times and it’s always been top notch! Great people, great area!"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
Hotel St. James

Hotel St. James

2.5 out of 5
109 W. 45TH ST., New York, NY
The price is AU$663 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
AU$663
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (6,471 reviews)
"This is my 2nd stay here and Joey at the front desk was amazing! Check in was easy.. will definitely be back!!"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Hotel St. James
Arlo Midtown

Arlo Midtown

4 out of 5
351 West 38th Street, New York, NY
The price is AU$353 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$353
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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! (5,812 reviews)
"Close to Times Square, Thearter district, public transport. Room is clean but small. Service is excellent. Really friendly and helpful staff. I liked communication with the hotel staff via text."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Arlo Midtown
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$496 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$496
16 Nov - 17 Nov
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! (6,353 reviews)
"Good time had by all inside the property."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Hyatt Grand Central New York
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Other neighbourhoods around The Waterfront

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Hudson Exchange

If you're spending some time in Hudson Exchange, Newport Centre and Hudson River Waterfront Walkway are top sights worth seeing.

Hudson Exchange
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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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Exchange Place North

While visiting Exchange Place North, you might make a stop by sights like Hudson and Manhattan Railroad Powerhouse and Hudson River Waterfront Walkway.

Exchange Place North
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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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

The Waterfront Travel Guide

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