Princeton, NJ

Travel Guide

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Princeton University which includes wildflowers, a garden and heritage elements
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Princeton University showing outdoor art, street scenes and a garden

Home of one of the nation’s acclaimed Ivy-League universities, this small colonial town offers history, performing arts and numerous festivals.

Princeton’s culture revolves around Princeton University, the highly revered school brought to the community in 1756. Walk the campus to see several colonial buildings. Visit the college’s cultural attractions as well as historical sites from pre-Revolutionary War times.

Tour Princeton University’s campus to find art and architectural delights. Step through the wrought iron FitzRandolph Gateway to encounter Nassau Hall, a giant stone building which withstood Revolutionary War occupation. The University Chapel features stained glass created by American artists.

At the free Princeton University Art Museum, inspect some of the 92,000 rotating works in collections from around the world, ranging from ancient to contemporary. Self-guided activities engage all members of the family in learning about resident artworks. Enjoy exciting special exhibits that change throughout the year.

Catch one of the more than 200 annual music, dance and theater performances that the McCarter Theatre Center produces annually. Developmental works frequently go on to Broadway success.

Canoe, bike or jog for miles at the Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park. Use the massive indoor and outdoor facilities at Mercer County Park for year-round recreational activities.

Tracing the town’s roots to 1675 and the first arrival of Quaker missionaries, Princeton residents love to celebrate their history. Princeton Battlefield State Park commemorates a crucial Revolutionary War victory under George Washington’s command. Nearby are the 18th-century Bainbridge House, Washington’s headquarters at Rockingham House and the governor’s Greek revival mansion of Drumthwacket.

The city hosts many festivals. Celebrate Albert Einstein’s birthday on March 14, “Pi Day” (for pi, 3.14…) with pie and Einstein-related fun. The great physicist lived and taught in Princeton after moving to the United States in 1933. Enjoy performing arts at April’s Communiversity and June’s month-long Princeton Festival. Between Christmas and New Year’s Day, participate in Patriots’ Week festivities with reenactments and other activities telling the story of the Battles of Trenton and other pre-Revolutionary events.

Just over an hour’s drive from New York or Philadelphia, Princeton is an inspirational community well worth a visit.

Where to stay in Princeton

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Princeton Junction

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Princeton Junction and surrounding area, you can visit University Square Shopping Center and Delaware River Heritage Trail Lake Carnegie Trailhead.

Princeton Junction
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Princeton Center

While visiting Princeton Center, you might make a stop by sights like Palmer Square and Princeton Cemetery.

Princeton Center
Hyatt Regency Princeton

Hyatt Regency Princeton

4 out of 5
102 Carnegie Ctr, Princeton, NJ
The price is NT$4,922 per night from Sep 12 to Sep 13
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NT$5,642 total
Sep 12 - Sep 13
includes taxes & fees
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8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
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Hyatt Regency Princeton
The Westin Princeton at Forrestal Village

The Westin Princeton at Forrestal Village

4 out of 5
201 Village Blvd, Princeton, NJ
The price is NT$4,392 per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
NT$4,392
NT$5,034 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Princeton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Nice stay
"Very nice stay - great bed and nice lobby area in good location. Walls seem a bit thin - the guests were quiet but you could hear flushing toilets, etc in other rooms around us. Room was nice but starting to show some wear. Still, I would recommend it. Front desk staff were great."

Reviewed on 2025/8/23

The Westin Princeton at Forrestal Village
Hampton Inn Princeton

Hampton Inn Princeton

2.5 out of 5
4385 Us Highway 1, Princeton, NJ
The price is NT$3,092 per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
NT$3,092
NT$3,545 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
includes taxes & fees
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9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
Nice breakfast
"The Hot Breakfast buffet was more than I expected!"

Reviewed on 2025/8/22

Hampton Inn Princeton
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Kiteville Neptune

Kiteville Neptune

2.5 out of 5
4035 New Jersey 33, Neptune City, NJ
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Neptune City. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Wall Township Speedway ...
7/10 Good! (84 reviews)
Wonderful stay as always
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Cliffwood Villa - 4 Bedroom House

Cliffwood Villa - 4 Bedroom House

3.5 out of 5
Cliffwood
Stay at this 3.5-star residence in Aberdeen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions PNC Bank Art Center and Seidler's ...
Cliffwood Villa - 4 Bedroom House
Cowry Acres - The First House Villa

Cowry Acres - The First House Villa

3.5 out of 5
2061 Durham Rd, New Hope, PA
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Reviewed on 2025/5/12

Cowry Acres - The First House Villa
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