things to do

  • Getting Around

    PATH Train (Fastest to Manhattan!)

    - Hoboken Terminal NYC in ~15 minutes - Trains go to: - 33rd Street (Midtown Manhattan) - World Trade Center (Downtown Manhattan) - Christopher & 9th Street (West Village) - Cost: $2.75 (MetroCard or tap with contactless card) - Runs 24/7

    NJ Transit Bus to Port Authority

    - Take Bus 126 from Clinton, Willow, or Washington Street - Direct to Port Authority Bus Terminal in Midtown - Frequent all day, even late-night

    NY Waterway Ferry (Scenic!)

    - Departs from: - 14th Street or Hoboken Terminal - Destinations: - Midtown/39th St - Brookfield Place - Wall Street/Pier 11 - Cost: ~$9-$11 - Pro Tip: Sunset ferry = dream views

    Citi Bike

    - Stations throughout Hoboken - Use the app to unlock and ride - Great for a waterfront cruise or ride to the PATH

  • NYC Day Trips from Hoboken

    1. Classic Midtown Highlights

    - PATH to 33rd Street

    - Walk 5th Ave: Empire State Bryant Park NY Public Library

    - Lunch at Urbanspace or Eataly - Afternoon: Central Park or MoMA - Ferry back at sunset

    - Dinner in Hoboken

    2. Downtown Culture & Skyline

    - PATH to WTC

    - Visit: 9/11 Memorial, Oculus, One World Observatory

    - Explore Tribeca & Soho - Coffee in Little Italy

    - Dinner in West Village or ferry home

    3. West Village + High Line

    - PATH to Christopher St

    - Pastry at Dominique Ansel

    - Shop Bleecker St

    - Walk the High Line

    - Rooftop drink at Gallow Green

    4. Museum + Central Park Day

    - PATH to 33rd subway to 81st

    - American Museum of Natural History - Picnic or paddleboat in Central Park

    - Ice cream at Sheep Meadow

    - Casual dinner & ferry home

    5. Hidden Gems Route

    - PATH to WTC walk Battery Park

    - Staten Island Ferry for Statue views (free)

    - Visit Seaport District or Tenement Museum

    - Dinner on Stone Street or rooftop bar

    6. Top NYC Sightseeing in One Day

    - PATH to 33rd Empire State Building

    - Walk 5th Ave to Rockefeller Center

    - Visit St. Patrick's Cathedral

    - Explore Times Square

    - Lunch at Carmine's or Los Tacos

    - Subway to Battery Park Statue views - Optional: Circle Line Cruise - Ferry or PATH back to Hoboken

  • What to Do in Hoboken

    Outdoors

    - Pier A Park - Lush green space + iconic NYC skyline views

    - Sinatra Park - Volleyball courts, concerts, kayak rentals

    - Hoboken Cove Community Boathouse - Free weekend kayaking

    - 14th Street Pier - Best sunset + ferry-view combo

    Museums & History

    - Hoboken Historical Museum - Learn about Sinatra, shipping, and local lore

    - Carlo's Bakery - Yep, from Cake Boss! Worth a photo (and a cannoli)

    Shopping

    - Washington Street - Boutiques, thrift shops, record stores

    - The Margo Market - Sustainable fashion & home goods

    - Hudson Table - Cooking classes & gourmet ingredients

    In-Apartment Fun

    -All apartments include: - 20,000+ retro video games (2 controllers!)

    - Board games (Monopoly, Uno, Jenga, etc.)

    - Vizio Smart TV with: - Free live TV - Premium HBO Max - Lots of free movie & show apps

    Order takeout, cue up a movie, and unwind!

  • Best Local Eats

    Quick + Delicious

    - Mario's Pizza - Your go-to local slice, perfect for game night

    - Tony Boloney's - Wild toppings, amazing subs, mac & cheese pizza

    - Mamoun's Falafel - Open late, legendary Middle Eastern food

    - O'Bagel - Massive bagels, tons of cream cheese flavors

    - Fiore's Deli - Old-school Italian, get the fresh mozzarella

    Sit-Down Dining

    - Antique Bar & Bakery - Cool vintage vibe, wood-fired entrees

    - Zack's Oak Bar & Restaurant - Cozy bistro with great cocktails

    - Augustino's - Tucked-away Italian (book well in advance!)

    - La Isla Uptown - Classic Cuban food, vibrant brunch scene

    - Amanda's - Chic American bistro, great for special occasions

    - Del Frisco's Grille - Waterfront dining with a modern steakhouse feel

    Healthy or Vegan

    - Simply Juiced - Organic juices, bowls, smoothies, and light bites

    - Alfalfa - Colorful salads, wraps, and homemade donuts

    - Green Pear Cafe - Hungarian-American comfort food with vegan options

    Coffee & Breakfast

    - Empire Coffee & Tea - Local icon, cozy seating, endless beans

    - Black Rail Coffee - Quiet nook, perfect for reading or journaling

    - Bluestone Lane - Australian caf with great avocado toast

    - Bean Vault Coffee - Artistic, low-key, great for Instagram shots

    - Mojo Coffee Co. - Excellent espresso and friendly staff

    Essentials Nearby

    - ShopRite - 900 Madison St

    - Walgreens - 101 Washington St (24 hrs)

    - CVS - 319 Clinton St

    - Trader Joe's - Jersey City, 10 mins

    - Liquor Stores - All around Hoboken

Enjoy Your Stay!

Local Tips From Your Host :

- Skyline photo: Pier A Park at sunset

- Drinks: City Bistro rooftop bar

- Late-night snack: Milk Sugar Love or Ben & Jerry's

- Fastest PATH: WTC on weekdays, 33rd on weekends

- Need help? Message us anytime!