West Side Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
MetLife Stadium
Catch an event at MetLife Stadium during your trip to East Rutherford. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene 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 theatre scene and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
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 .
Activities
New York Explorer Pass: Visit 2-10 Attractions and Save Up to 50 Percent
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Ultimate Manhattan Highlights Helicopter Tours
Circle Line: New York Harbor Lights Evening Cruise
American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium
Our pick of the best West Side Hotel Deals
Hotel Edison Times Square
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Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
Great location. Friendly employees
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Check in was a mess with no on line available….ling line. Elevators got overwhelmed with surge after workshops
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
Staff was nice but we did not have hot water for 2 hours on Friday evening. They did compensate me a bit for the inconvenience They also did not clean the room one day and I called for clean towels but we never received them so I had to call them again hours later. Location was good.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Clean hotel, attentive staff. Great location with nice views of the city. Starbucks downstairs in lobby for morning coffee and a muffin. Across from Madison Square. Parking at Dock as recommended right across the street and convenient. Subway right across the street. Restaurants and bars nearby. ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Lotte New York Palace
I recently stayed at the Lotte Hotel New York for a girls trip, and unfortunately, the experience was far from what we expected. This hotel came highly recommended by a family member who frequently stays at both the Seattle and New York locations, so we went in with pretty high expectations. Right ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 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.
