Journal Square
Jersey City
Visit Journal Square
Popular places to visit
Loew's Jersey Theater
Grab some popcorn and travel back to the golden age of Hollywood cinema at Jersey City’s stunningly opulent movie palace.
American Dream
When you visit American Dream, a popular shopping spot in East Rutherford, you can browse for souvenirs. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
MetLife Stadium
Catch an event at MetLife Stadium during your trip to East Rutherford. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.
Manhattan Cruise Terminal
Explore the waterfront in New York with a trip to Manhattan Cruise Terminal. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene in this vibrant area.
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
During your trip, find out what's happening at Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, a top convention center in New York. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene 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
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
Moulin Rouge! The Musical on Broadway
American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium
American Dream One Day Fun Day Dreamworks Waterpark 4-in-1 Pass
Top hotels in Journal Square
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
Very good location. Close to Central Park, Times Squares and Metro stations. If you arrive early they have luggage storage for a fee. Staff is very friendly y courteous. The rooms need some updates, but it was very cleaned.
Reviewed on Feb 17, 2026
Millennium Hotel Broadway Times Square
Great location and very nice staff
Reviewed on Feb 20, 2026
Lotte New York Palace
Room was clean
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Room was clean and staff were very couteous and accommodating!
Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
Great accomodations!
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
Friendly staff, easy check in, clean and tidy room!
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Journal Square
McGinley Square
If you're spending some time in McGinley Square, Yanitelli Center and LaPointe Park are top sights worth seeing.
The Village
While The Village might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Hudson River Waterfront Walkway and Jersey City City Hall.
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.
Historic Downtown
While visiting Historic Downtown, you might make a stop by sights like Hudson River Waterfront Walkway and Jersey City City Hall.
Bergen
Visitors to Bergen like its restaurants and parks, and Montgomery Park is a sight worth a stop.
The Heights
The Heights might not have many top sights, but Washington Street and Newport Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
