Hudson Urban Collection

Hudson Urban Collection · Guest guide

Explore New Jersey

Discover New Jersey’s Hudson River Gold Coast — waterfront towns, great food, historic neighborhoods and the best Manhattan skyline views, just minutes from your door.

Weehawken, West New York & North Bergen

Right outside your door.

Hamilton Park – Weehawken1
No ticket required

Hamilton Park – Weehawken

An elevated lookout with sweeping views of Manhattan and the Hudson.

Hamilton–Burr Dueling Grounds2
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Hamilton–Burr Dueling Grounds

Where Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr met for their famous 1804 duel.

Port Imperial Waterfront3
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Port Imperial Waterfront

Riverside walks, waterfront restaurants, parks and the ferry to Midtown.

Bergenline Avenue
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Bergenline Avenue

A lively multicultural street of Latin American restaurants, bakeries, cafés and shops.

James J. Braddock Park5
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James J. Braddock Park

A large park with a lake, walking trails, playgrounds and picnic areas.

Hoboken – The Mile Square City

Brownstones, a lively dining scene and a waterfront facing Manhattan. Birthplace of Frank Sinatra.

Washington Street6
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Washington Street

Hoboken’s main street, lined with boutiques, restaurants, cafés and bakeries.

Pier A Park7
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Pier A Park

Wide lawns and walking paths with panoramic skyline views.

Pier C Park8
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Pier C Park

A waterfront park with walkways, a playground and river views.

Sinatra Drive9
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Sinatra Drive

A waterfront promenade linking parks, restaurants and skyline viewpoints.

Maxwell Place Park10
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Maxwell Place Park

Landscaped gardens, playgrounds, quiet seating and a small river beach.

Carlo’s Bakery11
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Carlo’s Bakery

The original bakery from TV’s Cake Boss, famous for Italian pastries.

Pier 13
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Pier 13

A seasonal waterfront spot with food trucks, outdoor dining and music.

Hoboken Terminal13
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Hoboken Terminal

A Beaux-Arts transit landmark with a beautiful stained-glass ceiling.

Jersey City – The Gold Coast

Historic neighborhoods, world-class dining, public art and views of Lower Manhattan.

Water’s Soul by Jaume Plensa
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Water’s Soul by Jaume Plensa

An 80-foot sculpture by Jaume Plensa on the Newport waterfront.

Hudson River Waterfront Walkway15
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Hudson River Waterfront Walkway

Riverside paths, marinas, waterfront dining and panoramic Manhattan views.

Newport Green Park16
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Newport Green Park

A waterfront park with gardens, a playground and an urban sandy beach.

Colgate Clock17
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Colgate Clock

A 50-foot illuminated clock celebrating Jersey City’s industrial past.

Exchange Place & J. Owen Grundy Park18
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Exchange Place & J. Owen Grundy Park

One of the best spots to photograph Lower Manhattan, especially at night.

Newark Avenue – Restaurant Row19
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Newark Avenue – Restaurant Row

A pedestrian street of international restaurants, cafés and nightlife near Grove Street.

Historic Paulus Hook20
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Historic Paulus Hook

Tree-lined streets, brownstones and waterfront walks.

Hamilton Park – Jersey City21
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Hamilton Park – Jersey City

Victorian homes, gardens, cafés and a family-friendly park.

Newport Centre
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Newport Centre

Shopping, dining and entertainment. Most clothing and shoes are sales-tax free in New Jersey.

Liberty State Park & the Statue of Liberty

Green space, history and the closest views of Lady Liberty.

Liberty State Park23
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Liberty State Park

Lawns, walking paths and breathtaking views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and Manhattan.

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island24
Tickets

Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island

Ferries leave right from Liberty State Park to both landmarks.

Empty Sky – 9/11 Memorial25
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Empty Sky – 9/11 Memorial

New Jersey’s moving memorial: two steel walls facing Lower Manhattan.

Central Railroad Terminal26
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Central Railroad Terminal

The historic terminal that welcomed millions of immigrants from Ellis Island.

Liberty Science Center27
Tickets

Liberty Science Center

Hands-on science exhibits and a spectacular planetarium.

Liberty Landing Marina28
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Liberty Landing Marina

Yachts, waterfront dining and harbor views.

Family fun & shopping

Rainy-day favorites and big days out.

American Dream29
Free entry · attractions ticketed

American Dream

Free to enter; the indoor theme parks, aquarium, ice skating and indoor skiing need tickets. About 20 minutes away.

DreamWorks Water Park
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Tickets

DreamWorks Water Park

A huge indoor water park inside American Dream — open all year.

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