West Side

Jersey City

Manhattan Financial District at sunset from Jersey
Manhattan Financial District at sunset from Jersey
“The Long Exposure Selfie” 
This is the view of New York City’s downtown financial district as seen from Jersey City, New Jersey. The Freedom Tower stands mightily over the Hudson River where US Airways Flight 1549 had to make an emergency landing after losing both engines to bird strikes. It has popularly come to be known as “The Miracle On The Hudson”. This sight is less than half a mile from the Exchange Place Path train station. One can also reach this place via the New York Water Taxi Service. This place is truly a sight to behold and should be on everyone’s itinerary when visiting The Big Apple!
Fall had ended and the sun was setting early that day! The view of the freedom tower from the exchange place boardwalk was astounding!
Jersey City. Though not New York, Jersey City is as close as it gets. The two cities have shared significant and historical events together. Whether it was rescuing the passengers on US Airways flight of the “Miracle on the Hudson” or celebrating every 4th of July by a show of fireworks over the river, these two metropolises will forever be intertwined.

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Top hotels in West Side

Hyatt Grand Central New York

Hyatt Grand Central New York

4 out of 5
109 East 42nd Street New York NY
The price is €209 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
€209
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (6,547 reviews)
When first arrived we were given a room that had not been cleaned and when we told the front desk they did nothing to make up for the mistake. Bellman was very kind and helpful.

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Hyatt Grand Central New York
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel

4 out of 5
811 7th Ave New York NY
The price is €183 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
€183
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.4/10 Good! (7,135 reviews)
Clean and comfortable.

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Hotel Edison Times Square

Hotel Edison Times Square

4 out of 5
228 W 47th St New York NY
The price is €180 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
€180
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (5,275 reviews)
This is a prime Time Square location. It's an old, noisy hotel but has so much character and the wine happy hour is great. Rooms are good size too! The included breakfast is grab-and-go, but it's great.

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Hotel Edison Times Square
Hyatt Regency Times Square

Hyatt Regency Times Square

4 out of 5
1605 Broadway New York NY
The price is €214 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
€214
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (612 reviews)
Staff were friendly and very helpful, rooms were clean.

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Hyatt Regency Times Square
Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel

Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel

4 out of 5
235 West 46th Street New York NY
The price is €172 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
€172
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,224 reviews)
Great hotel for a good price

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Paramount Times Square – A Generator Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown

DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown

4 out of 5
8 Stone St New York NY
The price is €119 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
€119
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in New York. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,462 reviews)
The property was nice and clean. A few little problems, which I guess can't really be changed the bathroom is really small, thight shower. There's no parking on site. There's one close by, but it cost $60+ per day, so don't bring a car with you. The staffs were really nice and friendly. Didn't make ...

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
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Other neighbourhoods around West Side

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McGinley Square

While visiting McGinley Square, you might make a stop by sights like Yanitelli Center and LaPointe Park.

McGinley Square
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Bergen

Travellers enjoy Bergen for its restaurants and parks. Consider checking out Montgomery Park while you're in the area.

Bergen
Loew\'s Jersey Theater showing theater scenes

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 Jackie Robinson Statue and Loew's Jersey Theater.

Journal Square
View of pedestrian walkway in Liberty State Park, Jersey City, NJ with view of downtown Manhattan New York City skyline.

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.

Bergen-Lafayette
The Central Railroad of New Jersey Terminal, also known as Communipaw Terminal and Jersey City Terminal

Communipaw

Visitors to Communipaw like its monuments and parks, and Hudson River Waterfront Walkway is a sight worth a stop.

Communipaw
Toasted baguette, jam, butter and coffee - Petit déjeuner des champions.

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.

The Village


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