Princeton

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Princeton University Art Museum showing religious elements, art and interior views
Princeton featuring outdoor eating as well as a small group of people
Princeton University featuring a park, street scenes and outdoor art

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 theatre performances that the McCarter Theatre Centre 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

Princeton featuring interior views, a church or cathedral and heritage elements

Princeton Center

If you're spending some time in Princeton Center, Palmer Square and Princeton Cemetery are top sights worth seeing.

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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
Hyatt Regency Princeton

Hyatt Regency Princeton

4 out of 5
102 Carnegie Ctr, Princeton, NJ
The price is RM608 per night from 25 Jul to 26 Jul
RM608
RM697 total
25 Jul - 26 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Princeton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Very nice room."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

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 RM537 per night from 25 Jul to 26 Jul
RM537
RM616 total
25 Jul - 26 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Princeton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"A nice property with great amenities close by."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

The Westin Princeton at Forrestal Village
Holiday Inn Princeton by IHG

Holiday Inn Princeton by IHG

3 out of 5
100 Independence Way, Princeton, NJ
Fully refundable
The price is RM356 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
RM356
RM442 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Princeton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Property was quite good. Out of Order 2nd floor ice machine beeped for two straight days. Staff was great. Got us an early check in. Free parking. Short drive to downtown/Campus. Nice town."

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025

Holiday Inn Princeton by IHG
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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 ...
7.2/10 Good! (72 reviews)
"Our stay was great will definitely be booking the room again very soon. Very clean and comfortable and everyone was so nice!"

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

Kiteville Neptune
Flint Hill Farm AG

Flint Hill Farm AG

3 out of 5
1922 Flint Hill Road, Coopersburg, PA
Stay at this 3-star residence in Coopersburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Wind Creek Bethlehem and Peppermint ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (30 reviews)
"This property was a working farm and we stayed 4 nights in a house over 100 years old. We had a large room on the 2nd floor and shared a bathroom with the other guests. We were welcomed by the owner and shown around the house where we could use the living room, kitchen and dining room. It was comfortable ..."

Reviewed on 25 May 2025

Flint Hill Farm AG
Jersey Home w/ Private In-ground Pool & Hot Tub!

Jersey Home w/ Private In-ground Pool & Hot Tub!

3 out of 5
Jackson
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly cottage in Jackson. Enjoy free parking, a pool table, and patios. Popular attractions John F Johnson Junior Memorial Park ...
Jersey Home w/ Private In-ground Pool & Hot Tub!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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