It’s easy to get caught up in your monotonous day-to-day schedules of work, school and extracurricular activities, especially when the weather gets cold! We’re challenging you to switch up your routine by checking off a few must-do activities. To make it easy, we’ve put together a handy list for those wondering what do to do in Jersey City. There’s something for everyone to try at least once, so no excuses!

Visit the Colgate Clock

About: The iconic Jersey City landmark is 50 feet in diameter and faces the New York City skyline on the Hudson River waterfront. Situated on the original site of Colgate-Palmolive’s headquarters, the clock is a widely recognized symbol of Jersey City and its long history of industrial triumph. Don’t forget to Instagram this beauty while you’re there!

Website: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Colgate_Clock_(Jersey_City)

Address: 30 Hudson St, Jersey City, NJ 07302

Catch a Film at Loew’s Jersey Theatre

About: Opened in 1929, this palace-like movie theater is full of history and intricate architecture. If you’re living in Jersey City, make it your goal to stop by the landmark this winter to catch an old flick, take a historical tour or partake in one of the many onsite events. Located in the Journal Square neighborhood, Loew’s Jersey is easily accessible via the JSQ PATH station.

Website: www.loewsjersey.org

Address: 54 Journal Square Plaza, Jersey City, NJ 07306

Phone: (201) 798-6055

Tour the Jersey City Museum

About: Appealing to Jersey City’s diverse community, this museum exhibits, preserves and collects 19th- and 20th-century paintings, works on paper, sculpture and material culture from the region. The museum was established in 1901, making it a 115-year-old, must-see Jersey City attraction and cultural establishment!

Website: https://www.njcu.edu/programs/jchistory/pages/J_Pages/Jersey_City_Museum.htm

Address: 350 Montgomery St, Jersey City, NJ 07302

Phone: (201) 200-1000

Take the Ferry to Ellis Island

About: The Liberty Island Ferry departs from Liberty Park and is well-known for its efficient, safe and fun trips to and from Ellis and Liberty Islands. Make it a day-trip and learn about the history of immigration in the United States – with or without the kids! Pro tip: Preorder tickets to bypass the lines and speed up security checks!

Website: www.statuecruises.com

Address: 1 Audrey Zapp Dr, Jersey City, NJ 07305

Phone: (201) 604-2800

Work it Out at Action Zone

About: Grab your kids and head over to Liberty Science Center’s Action Zone, a new high-tech training camp! The simulator lets children pass a football, play dodgeball with zombies, kick around a soccer ball and more. Looking for something even more physical? Try the balance beam, broad-jump obstacle track or the rotating climbing wall.

Website: http://lsc.org/see-whats-happening/current-exhibitions-and-experiences/action-zone/

Address: 222 Jersey City Blvd, Jersey City, NJ 07305

Phone:  (201) 200-1000

For more bucket list-worthy ideas, check out our updated lists of things to do in Jersey City as well as our local NJ news and local events in NJ pages for more information on all Jersey City happenings!