The Lenape tribes (Delaware Indian) occupied what is now Jersey City. While looking for an alternative route to East Asia, Henry Hudson stopped his small vessel at Sandy Hook, Harsimus Cove, and Weehawken Cove along the North River (Hudson River). During his stops, he surveyed the area and interacted with the inhabitants. In 1621, the Dutch West India Company began to manage the area. Michael Reyniersz Pauw received a land grant with the condition he populated the area with at least fifty people within four years. The land covered what is now Hoboken and Jersey City, but he failed to bring in tenants in the area and was forced to sell the land back in 1633. Communities started to pop up in the area during the late 1660s. In 1804, Alexander Hamilton wanted to increase manufacturing in New York City. Created by Alexander Hamilton and other individuals, the Associates of the Jersey Company kickstarted the development of Jersey City. The Town of Jersey was incorporated on January 28, 1820, and became reincorporated as a city on January 23, 1829, becoming part of Hudson County. The city continued to grow until the 1970s when it experienced a period of urban decline. Many rich residents left the city because of rising high crime levels, political corruption, and civil unrest. Economic and population growth returned to the city in the 1980s due to the construction of many high-rise buildings. Jersey City started as a docking and manufacturing town, but its economy has become more diversified with new sectors such as finance and retail.

One of the things you should do after buying real estate in Jersey City is to tour some of the best tourist attractions in the city. When you visit some of the tourist attractions, you get to know your new city well and learn about its history. Start by visiting the notable landmarks in the city, such as the Statue of Liberty National Monument, Ellis Island and Liberty Island, the Katyn Memorial, the Colgate Clock, the White Eagle Hall, and the Loew’s Jersey Theatre. Other interesting places include the Central Railroad, the Empty Sky Memorial, and Lincoln Park.
Because of its diverse population, you can find the best restaurants serving different cuisine from many countries and communities in the world. In Downtown Jersey City, you will find the best dining establishments, and you can try different foods from West Africa, Italy, Chinese, and Mexico, among many others. On Manila Avenue, you can find some of the best Filipino restaurants in the city, such as Red Ribbon, a popular bakery chain from the Philippines.
You can go jet-skiing at the New York Harbor if you love the outdoors. Hire a jet ski and head out into the sea to enjoy the waters. If the water activities are too much for you, you can enjoy a cool day at some of the parks in the city. You can go for a walk, run or picnic at any of the parks in the city, such as Riverview-Fisk Park. If you have children, you can take the Liberty Science Center, where they can learn about various subjects like the solar system and enjoy their day by riding the Dinosaur Train. You can also go shopping in some of the stores and shopping centers in the city.