This is one of the easiest stops. No fuss way to get to and from the city from Jersey City. Clean and clear traffic pattern. read more

Hudson River Waterfront Walkway: Exchange Place Jersey City, NJ 07310 This section of the Hudson River Waterfront Walkway is a sight for sore eyes! The sculptures, oversized clocks, and views of the Manhattan Skyline will take your imagination to a whole new level. You may be walking along the esplanade, but it will feel like you are on a vacation. #hudsonriverwaterfrontwalkway #exchangeplacealliance #exchangeplace #sundial #colgateclock #ofmanyminds #michaelalfano #historicwalk #jerseycitynj #jerseycity read more

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My second visit here for a salad, this time the "Grains and Greens". Tasteless combination of nothing fresh. About 1 hour later there was the beginning of 3 hours of diarrhea and stomach pain. Go at your own risk. read more

Exchange Place is a wonderful place to explore all year round! Winter have the holiday decor with Christmas trees. Summer there's the Fourth of July fireworks! Currently the art installation by sculptor Michael Alfano--- "Of Many Minds"!. From a distance you can see the art installation in New Port Called the Water's Soul There is also a 911 Memorial. Never forget!! Beautiful views of skylines of New York and Jersey City. There is 2 hour non metered parking, metered parking and parking decks available. read more

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Amazing spot. This place has some of the best views of NYC & Jersey City. But, come here on the weekday if possible. On the weekends it is very busy, with lots of folks coming here for picnics. read more

What an amazing surprise this spot was! When our light rail to/from NYC left from here, we were shocked to see the amazing views and the clean, inviting playground. Forget DUMBO, we will come back here next time (and try to stay near here). Coffee shops and restaurants, the train, and a pier with a stage for concerts and events. One of our favorite spaces when visiting the area. read more

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Spectacular views of NYC at the Exchange Place waterfront! Beautiful Sunday morning with snow after the "wintry mix" on Friday/Saturday. The sky got cleared up on Monday night after some rain presenting nice clouds with stunning night view of Manhattan. Absolutely beautiful! read more

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This is the place to be for beautiful scenery. You can come here to sit and relax, eat a nice meal, bring your own food, play a game, OR watch the skies over NYC. Life's beautiful moments are shared and experienced. Enjoy! read more

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Great walkway along the water with several choices for food coffee or shopping. The views of the Hudson and NYC skyline were stunning. read more

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Decided to take a nice walk and enjoy the views, they have a long pier with many benches to sit and relax. Of course there is the Colgate clock and a 9/11 memorial. We also took the ferry to Manhattan from there. read more

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Decided to go to Jersey City, NJ and took the PATH train $2.75 using my metro card from World Trade Center station located in Oculus. The train runs in a tunnel across the Hudson River. After just a few minutes we were in another state. The views of NYC are just spectacular. read more

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"Best spot to see New York skyline (Manhattan)... Hoboken/ Brooklyn comes after this..." - I never leave a chance to make a visit here. Whether it's day or night... for me, I can get the best view of Manhattan from here... I am not into running thing but I can encounter 100s runner every time I make a round of boardwalk... so are the bikers and dog lovers. aah...world trade centre... see my pic for it... is there any best place to get this view. Hoboken provides you with the view of empire and WTC both but clear picture perfect view, only this place can offer. right there, there is WTC memorial and a piece of twin tower iron bar. Hyatt and other big hotels are right on the boardwalk and so are restaurants. must visit, that's all i can say..!! read more

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Kudos to hunny for such a great idea! I've never seen the July 4th fireworks in person til this day. It's a big deal. Stage- performances- giveaways- fun people and Food! The whole area is filled with excitement and great energy. Koop & the Gang performed - the fireworks were amaze and the choices of food fulfilling. We did a Veggie Burrito and Funnel Cake- both big enough to share. Got some flashy trinkets and enjoyed the festivities. I'd do this again for sure for the water front and to explore the area more read more

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Exchange Place Train station is modern and clean and brings you to beautiful waterfront and area dining. read more

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I do love the view of the NYC skyline from across the Hudson River. There are plenty of benches so you can just chill there for a while. Bring your lunch/coffee and a book, or you can always people watch too. I must confess I got a bit dizzy watching the waves in the river. It is a busy river as there are ferries which will bring people over from Jersey City to Wall Street and vice versa. There is also a 9/11 memorial. It is pretty much right in front of Freedom Tower (across the river, that is). At the Exchange Place, it is a busy hive of activities with people taking the train (light rail), the PATH and buses, getting to places. The most prominent building will be Goldman Sachs and most people will know it when you mention that. read more

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Beatiful view of the NYC skyline from a peaceful and clean boardwalk. Only steps from the PATH train with parking along nearby streets and nearby bars and restaurants. 911 memorial alon the boardwalk and plenty of public benches to relax on. Great for a long walk. read more

Exchange Place - Beautiful view of the nyc skyline from a peaceful boardwalk - Local Flavor Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

This place is beautiful Take the red or green PATH train from the WTC for just $2.75. It's so worth it for just one stop away. The views of the lower manhattan skyline are just amazing. Come here for sunset, or if you're crazy like me and willing to get up early in the morning after 3 hours of sleep just to get here before the sun rises.. that might be even better too.. depending on which direction the sun rises at the season you visit. read more

Exchange Place - Local Flavor Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

The Waterfront at Exchange Place is one of my favorite places in Jersey City. There's something about being so close to the water and looking out at the views of the Lower Manhattan. The skyline is beautiful. The boardwalk is great for walking. Locals also run and bicycle on the boardwalk. At night, sometimes skaters show up at Exchange Place, too. Along the boardwalk are benches facing the water, but there are also tables on the pier near the PATH. At the end of that same pier there is a pagoda type of structure where groups do Tai Chi and Yoga. There's also the area by the Colgate Clock. There are a few places to eat, like Potbelly and all the food trucks that set up shop during work hours Monday to Friday. Aside from the Hyatt, the rest of the buildings are offices and a few condos/apartments. Exchange Place is safer than other places in JC and you'll see people walking around all hours of the night. I think the NYC skyline looks the most beautiful at night time. Check it out! read more

This is an awesome place to capture the view of the Manhattan skyline. The WTC, Goldman Sachs building etc. present themselves to the viewer majestically, with an aura of pride. This is the spot for tourists to grab some clicks for their memories, or for the regular folks around, to admire the beauty that's Manhattan. The Hudson River and the ferries and boats and yachts on it add to it. The water my stink. If you can ignore it, and walk along the river, you should be fine. read more

Exchange Place - The mist on the Hudson and the skyline of downtown Manhattan - Local Flavor Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

Exchange Place located in Downtown Jersey City offers some really nice views of NYC's skyline. I come here a couple of times in a week due to my work commitments. The neighborhood is very well connected via public transportation(Path trains,Ferry and Light Rail). This hood is also referred to as "Wall Street West" due to the concentration of financial concerns which have offices there. Almost all the biggies have their offices here(Citibank, Brown Nrothers,Morgan Stanley etc).The namesake is a square of about 200 feet long at the foot of Montgomery Street at the Hudson River which was created by landfilling of the shore at Paulus Hook and has been major transportation hub since the colonial era. There are a couple of options to eat around out here. I would definitely recommend coming here late evening to enjoy the awesome view of New York's skyline. read more

This is an extremely work oriented area with office buildings and the PATH making up it's landscape. Their are minimal places to grab a bite to eat and few, if any are open on the weekends. The one great pleasure of this area is the pier which jets out into the Hudson and provides a picturesque view of downtown Manhattan. If your lucky enough to work on the promenade the view alone can make up for most of what Jersey City lacks. I give this place four stars on view alone and I recommend you pack a lunch and take advantage of the many sitting areas. read more

Exchange Place - Local Flavor Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

I wanted to take a picture of the new World Trade Center, but I didn't want to spend the money to go to the top of the Empire State Building or the Top of the Rock. Instead, I took PATH and the Hudson-Bergen Lightrail (PATH doesn't serve Exchange Place on weekends or holidays. Epic fail) to Exchange Place. I then walked to the waterfront. I was very impressed with the views. The new World Trade Center will never be as good as the original, but it is a sleek and svelte building. Jersey City also has a tribute for all of the Jersey City residents who lost their lives on 9/11. The area is full of office buildings. It's like a mini-Lower Manhattan. However, the tall buildings (plus scaffolding) create a bit of a shadow. I wish there was a little more green space (i.e. Union Square). read more

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I really love this place. Its a perfect place to come with good company or alone to enjoy the beautiful NYC skyline. They have plenty of seats and space so you will never feel crowded. You will see a lot of families, couples and singles just enjoying the view. read more

Adding this area primarily so that it can supplement my "Best Views of the NYC Skyline" list. The Exchange Place is located at the foot of Montgomery Street at the Hudson River in downtown Jersey City. According to wikipedia, it is also referred to as Wall Street West though I have never heard of anyone around here calling it that. This is actually my favorite place to go to when I want my fill of the NYC skyline because once you walk out towards the water, you have a direct view of Manhattan. It is amazing at night and you have a wide area to walk around and benches to sit on when you want to take a break and just enjoy the view.This makes a great place to take a date or you could be like me and take a walk down there every once in a while just to check the view out. Be warned though, it does get crowded during times when the weather is good (summer, etc.) This area is actually where the Exchange Place PATH station and the Hudson/Bergen Light Rail is located so it is very easy to get to for those who are looking to venture in from outside the immediate area. It's also the location of several other places such as the Hyatt hotel, the Goldman Sachs Tower (tallest building in NJ), and Au Bon Pain for those looking to grab a coffee or hot chocolate to stay warm by the water. Make sure you dress warmly if you venture out there during times when the weather is less than stellar. Because you're on the water, it can get very windy and cold! Best part of it all? Cost = FREE! Source for some of my info: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Exchange_Place,_Jersey_City read more

Exchange Place - During the day. - Local Flavor Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

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Exchange Place annoys me because we have an office there and it takes forever and a half to get to and it involves taking the PATH train, which I am most definitely not fond of. Also, when the weather sucks, Exchange Place sucks. It's a mathematical equation, I can send you the proof if need be. BUT. That being said, it is also a nice view of Manhattan when the weather is good. read more

I simply love Exchange Place. I came here for the first time on 9/11/2011. I was here to take pictures of the Tribute in Lights. The view of lower Manhattan from Exchange Place is gorgeous! I remember thinking to myself, "this would be a great place to come here with a boyfriend." A few months later, it came true. My then boyfriend brought me here and asked me to be his girlfriend. It was really nice. This was in January. Because of the cold weather, it was completely empty. It was just me and my guy enjoying the view ^^ read more

Hittin up the PATH! Make sure your timing is on, or else you will be waiting. It takes you to WTC (or Newark/Penn if you go the other direction). FYI, the people watching is great here. There is also a fantastic view of Manhattan from the river here. Taxis are waiting here too. read more

A great area to work and it's right on the Hudson River. There are many modes of transportation in the area such as the Exchange Place Path station, light rail train stop and ferries over to Manhattan. There are also a few nice restaurants and bars in the area as well. read more

Exchange Place - September 11th, 2012 - Local Flavor Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

If you can't get to the beach, its a great place just to relax, hang out, think about stuff, and enjoy the great views of NYC. Also a nice, cheap place to hang out with that special friend with lots of restaurants, and food trucks/carts to eat from. read more

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Exchange place is a "professional" environment. This is where the Goldman Sachs building is as well as other corporate/financial buildings. Exchange place is close to the Hudson river and at night, the view is incredible. The PATH train, as well as the NJ Transit Light Rail, offer transportation here. Exchange Place is also home to some pricey rental/ condo properties, hotels, restaurants, bars, etc. read more

Exchange Place actually has quite a bit going for it, if you can believe it. In my mind, it has one of the best views of the World Trade Center that one can find. There's a lot of picnic tables to eat your lunch on the pier and there's the Starbucks/PNC Bank/PATH/HBLR only steps away. Here's the issue...it's freezing almost always due to the fact that you're either on the water or over the water. I'm not built for the cold, but it's a great spot in summer or fall. During lunch hour Monday-Friday on days with good weather, there's a ton of local office workers eating their lunch and enjoying their views and each other. It's a beautiful thing. Check it out if you're in the area...it's just freezing in January! read more

I live in Manhattan and I've spent my entire career working here but I recently started a new job working in Exchange Place. To be honest, I miss Manhattan but Exchange Place is not without its charms. For starters, the PATH station is clean and modern. The promenade and pier at Exchange Place are beautiful and great to walk and relax on during my lunch break. The views of Manhattan, needless to say, are gorgeous, especially at night. There are many modern towers - both residential and commercial - in the area. There is also a ton of construction and renovation of old buildings going on. You get the impression that Jersey City is moving in the right direction and in a few years the area will look much different and be much more crowded. I also noticed that, on average, many of the professionals I see working here tend to be on the younger side. Exchange Place still has a bit of a cheesy New Jersey vibe to it. However, living or working here is not the end of the world. read more

Shhhh, what I'm going to tell you I don't tell most everyone. Ready? Okay. I like to get a cup of giant cup of joe from Van Houtte Coffee, grab my notebook, and go sit at Exchange Place overlooking the city and do a little naval-gazing. I found weekday mornings to be very peaceful and relaxed, as office workers flock to Exchange Place with their bagged lunches around noon and it gets crowded. Sometimes if I really like a boy, I'll invite him to play Scrabble with me at Exchange Place. Now you know my dirty little Jersey secrets. Keep it on the DL, yeah? read more

Clean even when there is so much foot traffic. Unfortunately escalator is still being worked on. Perfect for where I work. read more

Exchange Place - Sunny Monday but cold, at least the view is nice. - Local Flavor Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

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You know what people say the best part of New Jersey is? The views of New York City. Now, I'm not saying I necessarily agree with that sentiment. What I am saying is that the views at Exchange Place are top notch. Between the Katyn Memorial statue is... interesting, if not a bit depressing. There's also the 9/11 plaque, so you can really take the PATH from one 9/11 memorial to another. That's about it, really. read more

Beautiful and scenic area of Jersey City that overlooks the Hudson and lower Manhattan. The area is home to Goldman Sachs and other financial institutions corporate offices. PATH and the light rail is here also. Nice place to relax and people watch. Theres a lot benches and seating around the area of the PATH station. There is also a few hotels, a Five Guys Burger Joint and Milano's Italian Deli in the area. read more

Tracking back in time I found this beautiful place by the Hudson while tracking down Indian lunchtrucks right outside but not listed on Yelp cus I forgot to list them. From Exchange place it is almost as beautiful a view of Manhattan as from Brookyln except this is Jersey City. Nice to walk indoors even if it can be a busy transportation center. A few shops inside. Next time I hope to be in the warmer seasons so I can enjoy the Manhattan view outdoors and a bit longer. I wonder if I can bring my beach chairs and an umbrella. You know I would, too! Haha read more

Last week, myself and a colleague used the Pulsd $29 voucher for Exchange Place's bottomless brunch. The venue is absolutely beautifully designed with an incredible view of the manhattan skyline. There was a live dj at the brunch, who played great music, but the space is not loud or disturbing. I ordered the Exchange Place Burger and my friend ordered the mushroom omelette. The food was well prepared, tasty, and well seasoned. Our server Jessica enhanced our experienced by providing exceptional service. I would recommend this brunch to anyone who is looking for something to do on the weekends. I also recommend being seated with Jessica if you can, her friendly demeanor and attention to detail will make your visit all the much better. read more

Exchange Place has some epic views of Lower Manhattan! On a nice summer day this is a great place to hang out with friends or family and take in the sights. The only way to get here from Manhattan is via the PATH train which you can catch from World Trade Center or from the "Journal Square" line which runs from 33rd-23rd-14th-9th-Christopher Streets (you'll have to switch to a WTC bound train at either Newport-Grove-Journal Square stations). During the summer months there are street fairs, music on the pier and other events during weekdays and on weekends. Food options aren't as aplenty as in Manhattan, but my favorite spots are Vu at the Hyatt (American), Sky Thai (Thai), Markers (American) & Amiya (Indian). read more

Love the hotel! Very clean beautiful views and spacious rooms. Staff are really friendly and the restaurant is just great will definitely come back. read more

Exchange Place - Morning view - Local Flavor Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

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