Historic Downtown Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Jersey City City Hall
View the grand and lavish exterior of this late 19th-century building, which still serves as Jersey City’s seat of government and a place to get married.
Hamilton Park
Picnic and relax in this attractive park, which is surrounded by tree-lined residential streets and well-preserved 19th-century brownstones.
Jersey City Museum
View a collection of works by local artists from the 1800s and 1900s, including paintings, sculptures and mixed media pieces, at this community-oriented museum.
Van Vorst Park
Bordered by beautiful 19th-century brownstone houses, this pretty city park features grassy patches, paved paths, a playground and a dog run.
White Eagle Hall
After visiting White Eagle Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Jersey City. Visit the shops and notable monuments in this vibrant area.
Meluso Park
Explore the great outdoors at Meluso Park, a lovely green space in Jersey City. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Activities
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Top of the Rock Observation Deck
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Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
Empire State Building Observation Deck & Museum Ticket
Our pick of the best Historic Downtown Hotel Deals
Hyatt Grand Central New York
I absolutely love staying at the Grand Hyatt, super nice staff, great vibe and centrally located. It is my favorite!! ;)
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Nice
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
This hotel is in a very central location, has comfortable rooms and friendly & helpful staff. We would recommend it to other travelers.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
PUBLIC, an Ian Schrager hotel
Room shower was not a good design. Water poured out within 30 secs of turning the shower on. No lotion, slippers, or water available, had to call for slippers ( much needed since the floors had a lot of dust and turned the bottom of the slippers gray/ black in less than a few hours of wearing it). ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Hampton Inn New York Times Square
Rooms are very small and hot. Lobby was small and packed full of people at all times. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Pod Times Square
Clean room
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown
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.
Harsimus Cove
When in Harsimus Cove, you can plan a visit to One World Trade Center and Hudson River Waterfront Walkway, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Hamilton Park
Hamilton Park might not have many top sights, but Newport Centre and Hudson River Waterfront Walkway are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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.
Powerhouse Arts District
While there might not be top attractions in Powerhouse Arts District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like One World Trade Center and Jersey City City Hall.
Historic Downtown Travel Guide
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