Historical, cultural and recreational — there are new places to see and things to discover all over town.

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A bronze sculpture on the Princeton campus in autumn
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The Ionic colonnade at Princeton Battlefield in autumn
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A single sculler on Lake Carnegie in golden morning mist
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Visit Princeton NJ

Princeton offers a variety of activities for visitors of every age and interest — see a show, meet a friend for coffee, wander through a park, relax at a spa, savor an elegant meal or grab a quick bite.

Discovering the Charms of Your Getaway

Embark on a journey of leisure and discovery, where every street is a step deeper into the town's history.

70+ miles of canal path plus 22,000 preserved acres

Trail networks and connections across several counties, protected since 1989.

Two charming hotels
in the center of town

Nassau InnPalmer Square
Welcoming visitors for260+ years
The Peacock InnDowntown
Built1700s
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Plan Your Princeton Stay Now!

Whether you are staying a night, a week, or even longer

…you will find two charming hotels right in the centre, with restaurants and attractions within walking distance.

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Redefining a weekend away in a town built for wandering

People walking along a tree-shaded Palmer Square sidewalk

Escape to a town where history meets a genuinely walkable centre.

01What is there to do in the centre?

See a show, meet a friend for coffee, wander through a park, relax at a spa, or savor an elegant meal — all within a few streets of each other.

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Shops and lamplight around Palmer Square at golden hour
02How well connected is the town?

Princeton sits halfway between New York City and Philadelphia. Trains stop at nearby Princeton Junction, and the Dinky shuttle finishes the trip.

03What is special about the campus?

Pristine grounds, historical significance, stunning architecture, majestic performance halls and places of worship — free to wander.

04When does the town look its best?

Cherry blossoms late March to early April, foliage mid to late October, and Palmer Square in December. May and September bring the most pleasant weather.

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The carved brownstone archway of East Pyne Hall
Cleveland Tower rising above the graduate college rooftops
A run of pointed stone arches over a flagstone path
A gothic arch framing a courtyard beyond
The bronze tigers outside Nassau Hall as someone walks past

Nature, architecture and history — your perfect escape, all within walking distance.

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Plan your Princeton visit today and make a weekend of it!

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