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What to do in Jersey City
Popular places to visit
MetLife Stadium
Catch an event at MetLife Stadium during your trip to East Rutherford. Experience the entertainment choices and fascinating museums in this vibrant area.
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
Learn about the events happening at Jacob K. Javits Convention Center during your trip to New York. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices 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 travels in New York. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and fascinating museums 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.
Stevens Institute of Technology
Walk around the campus at Stevens Institute of Technology during your stay in Hoboken. Experience the acclaimed art scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
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.
Washington Street
During your trip to Hoboken, you can enjoy retail therapy at Washington Street. Wander the riverfront or discover the area's mountain views.
Areas of Jersey City
Downtown Jersey City
Downtown Jersey City is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Jersey City City Hall and Goldman Sachs Tower.
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.
The Waterfront
If you're spending some time in The Waterfront, Newport Centre and Holland Tunnel are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Journal Square
Visitors to Journal Square rave about its fascinating museums, important monuments, and soaring skyscrapers. You might also want to make some time to see Loew's Jersey Theater or Jackie Robinson Statue while you're exploring the neighborhood.
The Heights
While visiting The Heights, you might make a stop by sights like Passaic and Terrace Avenue Park.
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