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Visiting Jersey City

Travelers to Jersey City give high marks for the riverfront, fun sporting events, and shopping. Vibrant and scenic, this city also attracts tourists with its parks. Top sights in the city include Colgate Clock and MetLife Stadium.

• There are 284 hotels and other accommodations in Jersey City
• The closest major airport is in Newark, NJ (EWR-Liberty Intl.), 7.4 mi (11.9 km) from the city center
• The next closest is in Teterboro, NJ (TEB), 9.4 mi (15.1 km) away

Sightseeing and Staying in Jersey City

Cultural venues in the city include Jersey City Museum, Loew's Jersey Theater, and Hoboken Historical Museum. The riverfront and parks highlight the city's natural beauty with places to visit including Van Vorst Park, Meluso Park, and Hamilton Park. Shopping is one of the favorite things to do, so consider an excursion to Newport Mall, Newport Center Mall, and Old Colony Square Center.

In Jersey City, you'll be able to select from 284 hotels and other lodging options so you'll have a variety of choices for a perfect holiday retreat. These are top ranked ones based on Expedia user reviews:

• Residence Inn Secaucus Meadowlands - This 3-star hotel features free breakfast, an indoor pool, and free WiFi. It's a favorite with Expedia travelers for its family-friendly amenities and quiet location.
• Residence Inn by Marriott Jersey City - Our customers like the proximity to public transit and overall condition at this hotel. This 3-star hotel in Downtown Jersey City features free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center.
• Dharma Home Suites Hoboken at Novia - With a stay at this 4-star apartment, guests can enjoy access to a rooftop terrace and self-service laundry, along with an in-room kitchen. Expedia customers like its quiet location and room size.

Other top sights in Jersey City include Colgate Clock and MetLife Stadium. Outside the city, popular places to visit include Ellis Island Immigration Museum, 1.3 mi/2.1 km from the city center, and Ellis Island, which is 1.4 mi/2.2 km away.

Getting Around Jersey City

With so many transportation options, seeing Jersey City is a breeze. Head to Bergenline Avenue Station to catch metro. If you'd like to explore more of the area, hop aboard a train from Jersey City Grove St. Station, Jersey City Marin Boulevard Station, or Jersey City Harborside Financial Center Station.

Dressing for Jersey City

• Between January and March, you can expect the daytime average to be around 56°F and the nighttime average to be 24°F
• From April to June, temperatures average about 85°F during the day and 39°F at night
• July through September averages 86°F during the day and 54°F at night
• In October-December, the average temperature is 71°F during the day and 26°F at night
• Jersey City gets about 46.26 inches of rain per year
• Hottest months are usually July and August with an average temperature of 85°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 26°F