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.
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.
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.
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.
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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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 .
Activities
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
American Museum of Natural History Tickets
American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium
American Dream: LEGOLAND Discovery Center New Jersey
Top of the Rock Observation Deck
Our pick of the best West Side Hotel Deals
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
The hotel was very clean every day they cleaned it without even asking. the rooms were big enough we had a late check in it was fast and convenient
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Bed and bedding clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
Staff
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Empire Hotel
Room key system is sporadic
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel
Beautiful but elevator were broken more times than not
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Hotel St. James
Nice hotel. The room we had was on the second floor street side. There seemed like very little noise insulation as we could hear everything outside as if the window was wide open. I live on a busy street at home, so it didn’t bother me, but I imagine it would seem very noisy to some people. Overall, ...
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around West Side
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 Loew's Jersey Theater and Jackie Robinson Statue.
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 Jersey City City Hall.
Communipaw
Visitors to Communipaw like its monuments and parks, and Hudson River Waterfront Walkway is a sight worth a stop.
Historic Downtown
While visiting Historic Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like Jersey City City Hall and White Eagle Hall.
Van Vorst Park
If you're spending some time in Van Vorst Park, Jersey City City Hall and Jersey City Public Library are top sights worth seeing.
