West Side
Jersey City
Popular places to visit
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 acclaimed theater scene 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 theater scene 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 art 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.
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 .
Things to do
SUMMIT One Vanderbilt Experience Tickets
NYC: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) Entry Ticket
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
Edge Observation Deck at Hudson Yards
American Dream: SEA LIFE New Jersey Aquarium
Ultimate Manhattan Highlights Helicopter Tours
Top hotels in West Side
Hyatt Grand Central New York
Rooms clean & comfortable. Friendly & helpful staff.. great location!
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
I stayed this past week, it was an alright hotel.
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026
Hotel Edison Times Square
Stayed here back in November 2025, the stay itself was ok, room not huge, but had all you needed. On check in they explained they take a $300 deposit which is refundable after 21 days. The refund was never received, when I contacted them they said it was nothing to do with them and to contact my ...
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026
Hyatt Regency Times Square
Room clean and air condition set at the right temperature.. staff vey helpful and courteous
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton New York Downtown
Our rooms were very clean and the staff did a great job each day.
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026
NEW YORKER BY LOTTE HOTELS
Check-in was easy. Mohammed at the front desk was pleasant and able to get us into the room early. Good location next to Penn Station. No problems at all.
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Side
McGinley Square
If you're spending some time in McGinley Square, Yanitelli Center and LaPointe Park are top sights worth seeing.
Bergen
Visitors to Bergen like its restaurants and parks, and Montgomery Park is a sight worth a stop.
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.
Bergen-Lafayette
When in Bergen-Lafayette, you can plan a visit to Liberty Science Center and Liberty National Golf Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Communipaw
Monuments and parks are just a few things travelers like about Communipaw. A stop by Hudson River Waterfront Walkway is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
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.
