Mila's Guidebook
Sightseeing Jersey City
Statue of Liberty Museum Shop
1 Liberty Island - Ellis IslandThe iconic Statue of Liberty
An oasis among the state’s most populated area, the 1,200 acres of Jersey City’s Liberty State Park first opened in 1976 as New Jersey’s gift to America during its bicentennial. The expansive green space includes walking paths, playgrounds, picnic areas, and a nature interpretive center among other highlights scattered throughout the park, which was built in an area once dominated by railyards.
The Central Railroad Terminal, first opened in 1889 for now-defuncted train service, was restored and converted into a ferry ticket office for nearby Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty, which can be taken in along the Liberty Walkway portion of the park. The Liberty Science Center features the world’s largest IMAX Dome theater, while Caven Point offers seasonal nature walks through a bird sanctuary in the middle of New York Harbor.
The park’s recreational opportunities are being expanded, as a 240-acre interior portion of the property is undergoing an ecological restoration that will reintroduce native tidal and non-tidal wetlands while creating new meadows and an urban forest.
465 locals recommend
Liberty State Park
1 Audrey Zapp DriveAn oasis among the state’s most populated area, the 1,200 acres of Jersey City’s Liberty State Park first opened in 1976 as New Jersey’s gift to America during its bicentennial. The expansive green space includes walking paths, playgrounds, picnic areas, and a nature interpretive center among other highlights scattered throughout the park, which was built in an area once dominated by railyards.
The Central Railroad Terminal, first opened in 1889 for now-defuncted train service, was restored and converted into a ferry ticket office for nearby Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty, which can be taken in along the Liberty Walkway portion of the park. The Liberty Science Center features the world’s largest IMAX Dome theater, while Caven Point offers seasonal nature walks through a bird sanctuary in the middle of New York Harbor.
The park’s recreational opportunities are being expanded, as a 240-acre interior portion of the property is undergoing an ecological restoration that will reintroduce native tidal and non-tidal wetlands while creating new meadows and an urban forest.
Ellis Island
Before JFK and Newark airport, we had Ellis island
Central Railroad of New Jersey Terminal
1 Audrey Zapp DrMust see on your way to Lady Liberty
Empty Sky Memorial
1 Audrey Zapp DrTo commemorate 9/11
Liberty Science Center
222 Jersey City BlvdFun for kids and adults alike
Get some energy out of the kids at the Liberty State Park playground
8 locals recommend
Liberty State Park Playground
535 Freedom WayGet some energy out of the kids at the Liberty State Park playground
Food scene Jersey City
Food options within walking distance from our house… some are in downtown 7-10 min drive/Uber ride
Pinwheel Garden
318 Communipaw AvenueNoodles and great Asian fusion dishes
Nice Caribbean/Irish food options and cocktails. They also have live music on some nights
49 locals recommend
Harrys Daughter
4072 339 Communipaw AveNice Caribbean/Irish food options and cocktails. They also have live music on some nights
The Grind Shop
360 Communipaw AveBest coffee just around the corner, serving La Colombe coffee.
Their breakfast sandwich is famous amongst Jersey City locals :)
17 locals recommend
Mordi’s Sandwich Shop
320 Communipaw AveTheir breakfast sandwich is famous amongst Jersey City locals :)
902 Brewing Co .
101 Pacific AvenueBrewery a few blocks down with a nice view of NYC skyline
Worth checking while visiting Statue of Liberty….offers breathtaking views of NYC.
65 locals recommend
Liberty House Restaurant and Events
76 Audrey Zapp DrWorth checking while visiting Statue of Liberty….offers breathtaking views of NYC.
Razza
275/277 Grove StBest pizza in NYC is in Jersey City! (per the New York Times)
RoofTop at Exchange Place
1 1st StBest view of NYC while sipping cocktails
Korai Kitchen
576 Summit AveWomen owned serving delicious Bangladeshi food
Ani Ramen
511 Bloomfield AveRamen
Uncle Momo
289 Grove StGreat Mediterranean spot in downtown JC
Great quick bites…get the banh mi (Vietnamese sandwich) and kale salad
16 locals recommend
Short Grain
183 Montgomery StGreat quick bites…get the banh mi (Vietnamese sandwich) and kale salad
Koro Koro Rice Ball Cafe
538 Jersey AveRice balls for quick bites
Torico
20 Erie StJersey City favorite ice cream shop
Nûrish Jersey City
346 Communipaw AvenueHealthy and yummy breakfast and lunch just around the corner :)
Battello
502 Washington BlvdDine in at the edge of Hudson River overlooking NYC skyline
Restored from an 1850s tavern, the building served as a speakeasy during Prohibition in the United States. the restaurant is named after Henry Lee III, known as "Light Horse Harry", a historical figure from the American Revolution. Light Horse Harry led the successful Battle of Paulus Hook, which helped to retain Jersey City as a stronghold for the Continental Army.
85 locals recommend
Light Horse Tavern
199 Washington StRestored from an 1850s tavern, the building served as a speakeasy during Prohibition in the United States. the restaurant is named after Henry Lee III, known as "Light Horse Harry", a historical figure from the American Revolution. Light Horse Harry led the successful Battle of Paulus Hook, which helped to retain Jersey City as a stronghold for the Continental Army.
The Kitchen Step
500 Jersey AveSatis Bistro
212 Washington St
Brick Lane Curry House, Jersey City
136 Newark AvenueGreat Indian restaurant
Bistro La Source
85 Morris StCasual French
Semicolon Cafe
77 Hudson StreetGreat sandwiches by Exchange Place station
Food vendors every Saturday 12-6pm by Exchange Place in the summer time until October
Smorgasburg Jersey City
Food vendors every Saturday 12-6pm by Exchange Place in the summer time until October
The Lutze Biergarten
3 2nd StOutdoor beer garden
Surf City
1 Marin BlvdBeach Bar
Gringo's
12 Coles StFun taco place
Cafe Alyce/ Bar Alyce
Great diner style breakfast spot… highly recommended!
No fuss grab and go pizza place by the Exchange Place light rail station
7 locals recommend
Krispy Pizza - Jersey City
33 Hudson StNo fuss grab and go pizza place by the Exchange Place light rail station
Sightseeing NYC
One World Trade Center
285 Fulton St
The High Line Park
South Street Seaport Museum
12 Fulton StOculus Center
185 Greenwich StHudson Park
22 River TerraceSUMMIT One Vanderbilt
45 E 42nd StJust wow
Rockefeller Center
45 Rockefeller PlazaNice place to have lunch outdoor in the summer time and must see Christmas market during the holidays. Look up for performances during the warmer months. They also offer free fun games by the carousel if you have time to check it out
688 locals recommend
Bryant Park
Nice place to have lunch outdoor in the summer time and must see Christmas market during the holidays. Look up for performances during the warmer months. They also offer free fun games by the carousel if you have time to check it out
Harry Potter New York
935 BroadwayFor Harry Potter fans
The Morgan Library & Museum
225 Madison AveFood Scene NYC
Yummy layered cakes… check out the one by Bryant Park, grab a slice and enjoy a nice day
64 locals recommend
Lady M Cake Boutique
36 W 40th StYummy layered cakes… check out the one by Bryant Park, grab a slice and enjoy a nice day
Ladurée
398 W BroadwayIf you’re a big dessert person, worth checking out!
Madame Vo
212 E 10th StGreat Pho and Sarah Jessica Parker loves this place
Wayan
20 Spring StFrench and Indonesian food… such a wonderful combo!
Eataly NYC Downtown
101 Liberty StFun place serving Italian food and groceries
Sophie's Cuban Cuisine
76 Fulton StNo frills Cuban spot serving authentic Cuban… get the spicy green sauce.
Serendipity 3
225 E 60th StFrozen hot chocolate
Thai Villa
5 E 19th St
Keki Modern Cakes
315 5th AvenueGet the bouncy cheesecake…
Not too far from Christopher Street path train stop (2 stop away from Grove Street path)… there’s also another location by Rockefeller center
401 locals recommend
Magnolia Bakery
401 Bleecker StNot too far from Christopher Street path train stop (2 stop away from Grove Street path)… there’s also another location by Rockefeller center
Massive food hall in south street seaport… you can walk across downtown Manhattan from WTC to here…
Tin Building by Jean-Georges
Massive food hall in south street seaport… you can walk across downtown Manhattan from WTC to here…
a secret venue inside the former Le Parker Meridien hotel (now Thompson Central Park)
69 locals recommend
burger joint
119 W 56th Sta secret venue inside the former Le Parker Meridien hotel (now Thompson Central Park)
Ruby's Cafe
219 Mulberry StCasual and trendy brunch/dinner with reasonable price
Skirt Steak
set menu of greens, skirt steak and unlimited fries…. and their fries are 🔥
Drinking Scene NYC
Speakeasy serving the coolest cocktails
Starbucks Roastery
76 9th AveCoffee and cocktails :)
Brandy Library
25 N Moore StRaines Law Room Chelsea
48 W 17th StShopping
Woodbury Common Premium Outlets
498 Red Apple CtAn hour drive up north from the house
The Mills at Jersey Gardens
651 Kapkowski Rd20 min drive from the house
American Dream
1 American Dream Wy30 min drive from the house
Macy's
151 W 34th StShopping in midtown NYC
Supermarket
The Grind General Store
293 Suydam AveWalking distance - Gourmet groceries option a few blocks from the apartment
River Mart
65 Maple StWalking distance - Convenience store a few blocks from the apartment
99 Ranch Market
561 US-1Asian supermarket 5 min drive from the house
Grab groceries on your way home - This supermarket is by Exchange Place light rail station
57 locals recommend
Hudson Greene Market
77 Hudson StGrab groceries on your way home - This supermarket is by Exchange Place light rail station
Lidl
20 Goldsborough Dr15 min drive from the house
Costco Wholesale
Shopping in bulk