Historic Downtown
Jersey City
Visit Historic Downtown
Popular places to visit
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.
Hamilton Park
Picnic and relax in this attractive park, which is surrounded by tree-lined residential streets and well-preserved 19th-century brownstones.
Van Vorst Park
Bordered by beautiful 19th-century brownstone houses, this pretty city park features grassy patches, paved paths, a playground and a dog run.
Jersey City Museum
View a collection of works by local artists from the 1800s and 1900s, including paintings, sculptures and mixed media pieces, at this community-oriented museum.
Jersey City Medical Center
If Jersey City Medical Center is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Jersey City.
White Eagle Hall
After visiting White Eagle Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Jersey City. Visit the notable monuments and shops in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium
Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Broadway
American Dream One Day Fun Day Dreamworks Waterpark 4-in-1 Pass
Top hotels in Historic Downtown
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Everything was great, room was cold and took most the night to warm up but it was freezing outside and the large windows probably didn't help. Bed were a bit tall but once you were able to climb into them they were very comfortable. It was an overall great stay, we would come back.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
Excellent and quick check in. Had trouble with the tv and heater. Maintenance guy came right away to fix it. Spilled coffee on the bed and housekeeping came right away and changed the bed. Room was clean and comfy. Will stay here again. Excellent location.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Lotte New York Palace
Wonderful staff! Clean room! Wish we could have stayed longer!
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
I had a good stay overall at Hotel Edison and the location was very convenient. That said, I did find the rooms quite small, and the walls were fairly thin, so noise from other rooms and the hallway could be heard at times. Breakfast options were also limited as it was only a “to-go” breakfast. Considering ...
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
The staff was absolutely amazing ,only wish I'd had bathroom counter space.
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
Very friendly staff. Nice hotel the property was very nice and it was in a very perfect spot.
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Downtown
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.
Harsimus Cove
When in Harsimus Cove, you can plan a visit to One World Trade Center and Hudson River Waterfront Walkway, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Hamilton Park
Hamilton Park might not have many top sights, but Newport Centre and Hudson River Waterfront Walkway are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Van Vorst Park
If you're spending some time in Van Vorst Park, Jersey City City Hall and Jersey City Public Library are top sights worth seeing.
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 Hudson River Waterfront Walkway.
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.
