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 great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Manhattan Cruise Terminal
Explore the waterfront in New York with a trip to Manhattan Cruise Terminal. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene 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 entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene 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
Circle Line: New York Harbor Lights Evening Cruise
American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium
Our pick of the best West Side Hotel Deals
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Great hotel, clean rooms, great food, close to everything we wanted. Will definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
At the front desk, Mohammed helped us out by upgrading our room for my birthday and getting us into a room right when we arrived at the hotel. We didn’t have to wait till 4pm for check in or anything and it took so much stress off my shoulders and made our trip such an amazing stay! All of the staff ...
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Clean, spacious room with excellent location. I had a great stay. Will be back.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
I had the most amazing experience at the Hilton Double Tree in the Financial District! The staff was absolutely incredible, OUTSTANDING! They made me feel welcomed and appreciated. Both young women went out of their way to make my stay a memorable one. The hotel was a clean and I enjoyed using the ...
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
The check in staff where nice and friendly, clean and comfy room! Will definitely come back with fam and friends
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Doubletree by Hilton New York Times Square South
Staff was courteous and room was clean, cozy bed.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 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.
