Re: Itineraries
Whether this is your first trip to Jersey City or you’re an already an expert adventurer; there is a ton to do and see here. We’ve put together a few guides and itineraries to help get you going in the right direction. Daily tours can be found here.
For fans & the actively inclined: sports tour
For the sports enthusiast, Jersey City is perfectly situated to catch a multitude of professional sporting events. Both New York football teams play their games here in New Jersey, and within a short distance you can find yourself at an exhilarating basketball game, grab a hotdog at one of NY’s two new baseball stadiums or check out the excitement of a live hockey or soccer game.
There are a myriad of things to do here is Jersey City for those who like to get up and go. From helicopter tours, to Bollywood Dancing, there’s no shortage of options.
Free: your guide to get something for nothing
Saving your pennies for a rainy day, then here’s the guide for you! All of these activities are right here in Jersey City, and best of all they are free! Don’t forget to check out the events calendar to see what else is happening for free today.
Historical walking tour
In many ways, the history of Jersey City is the history of America. From the earliest settlement in 1660 to the present day, Jersey City has seen its share of exploration, innovation, slavery, bossism, reform, immigration, industry, commerce, terrorism, war, and peace.
Throughout the city you will find elegant residential neighborhoods, splendid architectural relics of both the Gilded and Industrial Ages, rows of Italianate, Queen Anne and Greek revival mansions, as well as brick row houses, mews, tenements, and warehouses thathave been well preserved.
Jersey City’s Guide to Little India
Journey to the heart of Journal Square, where you will find one of Jersey City’s greatest cultural gems: Little India. Feast on delectable dishes with exotic flavors, wonder through the jewelry stores where you can buy pure 18K gold jewelry that will dazzle your friends and make you feel like royalty. This urban adventure is sure to please, with tons of wallet friendly options.
Need A Cultural Fix? : A Guide to Jersey City’s Public Art
Jersey City has experienced an arts explosion, as more and more artists flee the escalating costs associated with living and creating in NYC. As a result there are a plethora of new galleries, theaters, dance troupes, and public art to explore.