The Waterfront Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit The Waterfront
Stay near popular The Waterfront attractions
Activities

SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets

New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent

American Museum of Natural History Tickets

Edge Immersive Observation Deck Ticket

American Dream Sesame Street Learn and Play Ticket

Top of the Rock Timed Admission
Our pick of the best The Waterfront Hotel Deals

ROW NYC
"Hotel was very clean and nice. Hot showers were great, probably could use more outlets in the rooms. Staff was excellent especially Shantel! Breakfast was good and lobby areas were very nice. Location is excellent. Highly recommend!"
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Hyatt Grand Central New York

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
"Need a place to get water/snacks that doesn’t close at 11pm. And they staff closed it early."
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

Hotel Edison Times Square
"Great hotel, stayed here 25 years ago and the property was still the same great standard. The free wine and cheese event we stumbled upon was brilliant."
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026

PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel

Pod Times Square
"If you don't mind staying in very small rooms, this one is perfect."
Reviewed on 21 Sept 2026
Our guide on where to stay in The Waterfront

Downtown Jersey City
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 Hudson River Waterfront Walkway.

Hudson Yards
While you're in Hudson Yards, take in top sights like The Edge and jump on the metro at 34th Street–Hudson Yards Station to see more of the city.

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.

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

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.


















