West Side Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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 entertainment choices 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.
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 acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Activities
New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
American Museum of Natural History Tickets
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium
Central Park Zoo Admission Ticket with 4D Theater Access
Our pick of the best West Side Hotel Deals
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Cleaning (clean towels and empty trash) was only done upon request and rooms need updating.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Hotel Edison Times Square
Great experience!!!
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
Great view but rooms too small for my preference!! Great customer service!!
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Excellent
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Hotel St. James
Joey was amazing! We loved our stay we will be back.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
Staff was so nice in such a crazy holiday season in New York City everyone was so nice!
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around West Side
McGinley Square
While visiting McGinley Square, you might make a stop by sights like Ed's Exchange and Yanitelli Center.
Bergen
You'll enjoy the restaurants and parks in Bergen. You might want to make time for a stop at Montgomery Park or Ed's Exchange.
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 Jackie Robinson Statue and Loew's Jersey Theater.
Bergen-Lafayette
While there might not be top attractions in Bergen-Lafayette, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Liberty Science Center and Hudson River Waterfront Walkway.
Communipaw
Visitors to Communipaw like its monuments and parks, and Hudson River Waterfront Walkway is a sight worth a stop.
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.