The Waterfront, NJ
Jersey City
Visit The Waterfront
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening at Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, a top convention center in New York. Experience the acclaimed theater 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.
Things to do
American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium
American Museum of Natural History Tickets
American Dream: LEGOLAND Discovery Center New Jersey
One World Observatory Tickets
Top of the Rock Observation Deck
New Jersey: American Dream Wheel Flexible Date Ticket
The Waterfront Hotel Deals
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Comfy beds
Reviewed on Oct 23, 2025
Hyatt Grand Central New York
We stayed here with 2 kids for a wedding. We chose this hotel for central NYC location and for price. We would have preferred to stay downtown for restaurant choices etc but this hotel was by far, less expensive. Staff was great. Transportation was excellent (the subway is in the building!). Walkable ...
Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025
Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
The room was great.
Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025
Lotte New York Palace
Soda was $12/bottle - ice was brought to our room in a ziplock plastic bag- pretty incongruous
Reviewed on Oct 20, 2025
Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel
We had to pay extra money when we checked in, which was unexpected. A hotel tax?
Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025
Hotel St. James
Good option to stay
Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025
Other neighborhoods around The Waterfront
Hudson Exchange
If you're spending some time in Hudson Exchange, Newport Centre and Hudson River Waterfront Walkway are top sights worth seeing.
Powerhouse Arts District
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Powerhouse Arts District and surrounding area, you can visit One World Trade Center and Jersey City City Hall.
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.
Exchange Place North
If you're spending some time in Exchange Place North, Hudson and Manhattan Railroad Powerhouse and Hudson River Waterfront Walkway are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Jersey City
Downtown Jersey City is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Jersey City City Hall and Colgate Clock.
Harsimus Cove
Harsimus Cove might not have many top sights, but One World Trade Center and Jersey City City Hall are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
The Waterfront, NJ
- Goldman Sachs Tower
- Colgate Clock
- Times Square
- Central Park
- Broadway
- Statue of Liberty
- Madison Square Garden
- Grand Central Terminal
- Rockefeller Center
- MetLife Stadium
- Manhattan Cruise Terminal
- American Dream
- Empire State Building
- Yankee Stadium
- One World Trade Center
- Barclays Center Brooklyn
- Brooklyn Cruise Terminal
- Columbia University
- 5th Avenue
- Brooklyn Bridge
- Wall Street
- Bryant Park
- Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
- Lincoln Center
- Bronx Zoo
- Radio City Music Hall
