The Waterfront
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 galleries and entertainment choices 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 acclaimed theatre 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

New Jersey: American Dream Wheel Flexible Date Ticket

American Museum of Natural History and MOMA Combo Tickets

American Dream Sesame Street Learn + Play Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Tickets
Top hotels in The Waterfront

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Hotel St. James
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Arlo Midtown
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Hyatt Grand Central New York
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods 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
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.

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
While visiting Exchange Place North, you might make a stop by sights like Hudson and Manhattan Railroad Powerhouse and Hudson River Waterfront Walkway.

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 Colgate Clock.

Harsimus Cove
When in Harsimus Cove, you can plan a visit to One World Trade Center and Jersey City City Hall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
The Waterfront
- Newport Centre
- Goldman Sachs Tower
- Colgate Clock
- Hudson and Manhattan Railroad Powerhouse
- Times Square
- Central Park
- Broadway
- Statue of Liberty
- Madison Square Garden
- Grand Central Terminal
- Rockefeller Center
- Manhattan Cruise Terminal
- Empire State Building
- Cape Liberty Cruise Port
- One World Trade Center
- New York University
- 5th Avenue
- Brooklyn Bridge
- Bryant Park
- Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
- Lincoln Center
- Bronx Zoo
- Radio City Music Hall