Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Jersey City travel guide

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You're Going to Love Jersey City

With a population of 247,597, Jersey City is a must-see destination in New Jersey, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Jersey City has to offer.

Where to Eat in Jersey City

If you’re looking for affordable options, Hudson & Co (3 Second Street, Suite 150) and Felina Steak- Jersey City (2 Chapel Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Jersey City

Jersey City in December
Estimated package price
$70
2 travelers
Flight to Jersey City
3 nights at hotel
Jersey City in December
Estimated package price
$70
2 travelers
Flight to Jersey City
3 nights at hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Jersey City in July, when the average temperature is 75.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 23 °F, with an average temperature of 30.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in April, when precipitation is around 4.2″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Jersey City, with an average rainfall of 2.9″.

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How to Get to Jersey City

Plane

When flying to Jersey City, you’ll arrive at New York John F Kennedy Airport (JFK), which is located 24 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Jersey City departs from Atlanta and takes around 2h 08m.

Car

Another option to get to Jersey City is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 6 km from Jersey City. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Plane

When flying to Jersey City, you’ll arrive at New York John F Kennedy Airport (JFK), which is located 24 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Jersey City departs from Atlanta and takes around 2h 08m.

Car

Another option to get to Jersey City is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 6 km from Jersey City. You’ll find branches of Turo and Drive Tri-State, among others, in New York.

Airports near Jersey City

TEBTeterboro
CDWCaldwell Wright

Airlines serving Jersey City

Lufthansa
Good (8,238 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,575 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,226 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,083 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,465 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,596 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,252 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,650 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,731 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,663 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (968 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,223 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,987 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,199 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,531 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,429 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,490 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,606 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,377 reviews)
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Where to stay in Jersey City

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Jersey City - Holland Tunnel By IHG and Haiban Inn. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Jersey City, with prices from $99 to $697 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Jersey City are about 2% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Jersey City by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Jersey City

Most booked hotels in Jersey City

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Riu Plaza Manhattan Times Square
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 6750 reviews)
$340+
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Park Terrace Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 2965 reviews)
$443+
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Pod Brooklyn
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 5549 reviews)
$189+
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Sonesta Simply Suites Jersey City
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 2624 reviews)
$214+
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Hyatt House Jersey City
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 3903 reviews)
$280+
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Holland Hotel Free Parking Jersey City
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 2955 reviews)
$192+
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Renting a car in Jersey City

Renting a car in Jersey City costs $80 per day, on average, or $241 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $4.66 per gallon in Jersey City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.87 and $74.50. The most frequently booked car type in Jersey City is Full-size (GMC Yukon or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Jersey City costs $80 per day, on average, or $241 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $4.66 per gallon in Jersey City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.87 and $74.50. The most frequently booked car type in Jersey City is Full-size (GMC Yukon or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Jersey City

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$34/day

Economy

Intermediate SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$38/day

Intermediate SUV
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