Insider tips for visiting Jersey City and New York
No, Jersey City is in New Jersey, directly across the Hudson from Manhattan. Here's what that means for getting to NYC, where you're staying, and why many visitors prefer it.
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A first-timer's guide to Jersey City, NJ: where it is, how it connects to NYC, the neighborhoods, what to see and eat, and where to stay.
Need a place in Jersey City for 1 to 6 months? Compare a short-term lease with a furnished rental: what each involves, who each suits, and what to ask before you commit.
Looking for an Airbnb in Jersey City? Here's how the neighborhoods compare, what to check before you book, and how to book the same listings direct without the platform service fee.
An honest look at Journal Square safety: what Jersey City's own crime dashboard shows, what independent sources say, and practical tips for visitors staying near the PATH.
Not in New York, not quite the suburbs — here's exactly where Jersey City is, how close it actually is to Manhattan, and why so many visitors get it confused.
The Loew's Jersey Theatre reopening, India Square's food scene, historic architecture, and more — everything worth doing in Journal Square, Jersey City.
The Ironbound, Branch Brook Park, NJPAC, and more — a guide to getting around Newark and what to see there, for anyone based in Jersey City looking for an easy day trip.
Journal Square, the Heights, McGinley Square, Downtown & the Waterfront, Bergen-Lafayette, West Side — a full breakdown of every Jersey City neighborhood worth knowing, and which one fits your trip.
Historic homes, a 93 Walk Score, and the closest thing to small-town charm in Jersey City — everything to know about staying in McGinley Square, from St. Peter's University to the walk to Journal Square PATH.
Exchange Place, Paulus Hook, Van Vorst Park — everything to know about Downtown Jersey City and the Waterfront, the skyline-view district right across the Hudson from Manhattan.
Everything to know about staying in Jersey City Heights — Palisade skyline views, the Riverview Arts District, Central Avenue's food scene, and why it's the most underrated base for a NYC trip.
Flying into Newark Liberty? Here's exactly how to get from EWR to Jersey City, plus how to get around once you're here — PATH, light rail, buses, and rideshare, with real times and costs.
Not going to MetLife? Here's where to catch every FIFA World Cup 2026 match from Jersey City — the official NJ Fan Hub one PATH stop away, Rockefeller Center, Central Park, and more.
Everything to know about staying in Journal Square — Jersey City's transit hub, India Square food scene, the Loew's Jersey Theatre, and why it's the easiest base for a Manhattan trip.
MetLife Stadium is hosting the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final and knockout rounds — and Jersey City is just 8 miles away. Here's exactly how to get there, where to stay, and why it beats Manhattan as your base camp.
Need an extended stay or temporary housing in Jersey City? Fully furnished apartments by the week or month — cheaper than hotels, ready to move in, minutes from Manhattan.
Everything you need to know about short-term rentals in Jersey City — neighborhoods, pricing, what to expect, and why JC beats a Manhattan hotel every time.
Everything you need to know about the PATH train: routes, schedules, fares, and how to get from Jersey City to Manhattan in under 20 minutes for just $2.75.
Jersey City offers more space, lower prices, and 25-minute access to Manhattan. Why smart travelers skip Midtown hotels and book direct in JC.
Discover the best neighborhoods in Jersey City for travelers — Journal Square, Bergen-Lafayette, and the Heights. Why savvy NYC visitors are choosing JC over Manhattan hotels.
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