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Popular places to visit
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.
MetLife Stadium
Catch an event at MetLife Stadium during your trip to East Rutherford. Experience the entertainment choices and great live music 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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Liberty Science Center
Dig for dinosaur fossils, feel your way through a pitch-black touch tunnel and discover a range of other hands-on exhibits at this huge family-friendly facility.
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.
Central Railroad of New Jersey Terminal
Inspect old tracks and the restored terminal in this 1889-built redbrick train station, once a busy and bustling transportation hub for the region.
Hamilton Park
Picnic and relax in this attractive park, which is surrounded by tree-lined residential streets and well-preserved 19th-century brownstones.
Areas of Jersey City
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 Goldman Sachs Tower.
The Waterfront
If you're spending some time in The Waterfront, Newport Centre and Holland Tunnel are top sights worth seeing.
Hudson Yards
While you're in Hudson Yards, take in top sights like Edge NYC and jump on the metro at 34th Street–Hudson Yards Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
The Heights
While visiting The Heights, you might make a stop by sights like Passaic and Pershing Field.
- Manhattan Cruise Terminal
- Liberty State Park
- Newport Centre
- Ellis Island
- Hoboken Waterfront
- Intrepid Sea
- Port Imperial Ferry Terminal
- Meadowlands Exposition Center
- Meadowlands Sports Complex
- Meadowlands Race Track
- Liberty Science Center
- Holland Tunnel
- Jersey City City Hall
- Hamilton Park
- Liberty National Golf Club
- Goldman Sachs Tower
- Hudson Regional Hospital
- Colgate Clock
- Weehawken Water Tower
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