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 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
Top of the Rock Timed Admission
New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium
Our pick of the best West Side Hotel Deals
Hyatt Grand Central New York
We were very disappointed in our experience, and the unpleasant staff. When I checked out I told the desk clerk that I was unhappy with my stay, and he just looked at me and handed me my receipt. Will be leaving a review on yelp.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
We liked the central location to most of the activities we hoped to enjoy. The stay would have been better if we had access to water. The two water bottles were not generous enough. We could only find one water fountain in the building and it was not working for us to refill the water bottles. Please ...
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Room was clean and comfortable. Staff was friendly and helpful. Restaurant has a great menu and staff
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Pod Times Square
Small rooms but comfortable beds. Close to everything. Great location.
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
Love it and can't wait to stay again .
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hampton Inn New York Times Square
Hotel was clean and centrally located rooms were very small but adequate Breakfast was typical of hotel breakfasts. Good experience
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Side
McGinley Square
While visiting McGinley Square, you might make a stop by sights like Yanitelli Center and LaPointe Park.
Bergen
Travellers enjoy Bergen for its restaurants and parks. Consider checking out Montgomery Park while you're in the area.
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 Liberty National Golf Club.
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.
