Things To Do
The Big Apple
Our wedding will have all of the views of the New York City skyline, but you have to experience it for yourself! Below we've included some of our favorite spots and directions to get to the Manhattan via public transit:
🍕 Food Spots & Bars by Area
We're huge foodies, so here's a list of some of our fave spots by area: West Village: - Canto (frozen espresso martini's and pasta) - Rosemary's (amazing pizzas with rooftop farm) - The Warren (fun happy hour and cocktails) - Magnolia's Bakery (delicious baked goods) - Wild (fresh pastas & pizzas) - Bus Stop Cafe (causal American lunch spot) - Cowgirl (great nachos/mexican) - Stafili Wine Cafe (where Jay asked Tay be his girlfriend 😊) - Cafe Panino Mucho Giusto (coffee shop below Tay's first apartment - great people watching, bagels & coffee) - Amber (sushi) - City Vineyard Tribecca / Near World Trade Center): - Terroir Wine Bar - Liberty Bagels - Bubby's (pancakes and brunch) - Añejo Tribeca (upscale mexican) - Brookfield Place (tons of restaurants & shops along the water) Jersey City/Hoboken: - Antique Bar & Bakery (amazing brunch) - Semicolon Cafe - Buddy's JC - RoofTop at Exchange Place - South House - Hudson Hall - White Star Warren St. (chill bar/American) - 87 Sussex - Lokal
🚆 Getting to Manhattan from Jersey City (via PATH)
Staying at the Hyatt Regency Jersey City? Getting into Manhattan is quick & easy using the PATH train from Exchange Place. Step-by-Step Directions: 1. Leave the Hyatt Regency Jersey City Exit the hotel and walk toward the waterfront. 2. Walk to Exchange Place PATH Station (About 3 Minutes) Head toward Exchange Place Plaza. Follow signs for the PATH Train. The station entrance is located near the waterfront. 3. Enter the Station & Buy a Ticket Go down into the station. You can purchase a ticket at the vending machines or tap with a contactless card/phone. 4. Take the PATH Train to Manhattan - Board a train heading to: World Trade Center (WTC) or 33rd Street (via Journal Square) Both lines will take you into Manhattan. 5. Arrive in Manhattan World Trade Center → Lower Manhattan / Financial District 33rd Street → Midtown (near Herald Square & Empire State Building) 6. Continue to Your Final Destination From either stop, you can walk, take the subway, or grab a taxi/rideshare.
⛴️ Getting to Manhattan by Ferry
For a scenic and relaxing ride, the NY Waterway Ferry is an easy way to travel from Jersey City to Manhattan. Step-by-Step Directions: 1. Leave the Hyatt Regency Jersey City Exit the hotel and walk toward the waterfront. 2. Walk to Paulus Hook / Exchange Place Ferry Terminal (About 2–4 Minutes) Follow the waterfront walkway toward the ferry terminal. Look for NY Waterway signs. 3. Buy Your Ticket Purchase tickets at the terminal kiosk or on the NY Waterway app. 4. Board the Ferry to Manhattan Take a ferry heading to: Brookfield Place / World Financial Center (Lower Manhattan) Midtown / West 39th Street (select routes) 5. Arrive in Manhattan Exit the ferry and walk to nearby attractions or connect to subways and taxis. 6. Continue to Your Destination Walk, take the subway, or grab a rideshare.
