Princeton

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

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

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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

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

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Hyatt Regency Princeton

Hyatt Regency Princeton

4 out of 5
102 Carnegie Ctr, Princeton, NJ
The price is €159 per night from 12 Sept to 13 Sept
€159
12 Sept - 13 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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8.8/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"Is good"

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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 €137 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
€137
2 Sept - 3 Sept
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! (1,003 reviews)
Nice hotel, great service.
"The room is very clean and updated but what I remembered the most is the front desk service. The gentleman at the front desk was very pleasant and friendly. Dining choice is limited, however."

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025

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 €100 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
€100
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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9/10 Wonderful! (1,017 reviews)
"All ok, good staff"

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025

Hampton Inn Princeton
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.
Stunning Luxury Villa nearby downtown Princeton, NJ

Stunning Luxury Villa nearby downtown Princeton, NJ

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Stay at this villa in Princeton. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Griiggstown Native Grassland Preserve and Delaware and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5 reviews)
My Mom's 90th Birthday celebration event
"It was wonderful - my mom (90), her three adult children and our 7 adult children with their spouses and significant others (not all stayed in the house as several were local to the area) - 10 of us actually stayed slept in the house - - birthday part was also attended by several of my Mom's great ..."

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2024

Stunning Luxury Villa nearby downtown Princeton, NJ
Princeton Haven w/ Private Deck, Lush Backyard & Walk to Downtown Princeton!

Princeton Haven w/ Private Deck, Lush Backyard & Walk to Downtown Princeton!

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Stay at this vacation home in Princeton. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Princeton Cemetery and Princeton Public Library ...
Princeton Haven w/ Private Deck, Lush Backyard & Walk to Downtown Princeton!
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
"Stay was amazing as always room very comfortable. Just wish they would put there Availability back on hotels.com trying to extend my stay and says there booked up til February of 2026 when other sites say there available. It's wierd how all of sudden I can't use hotels.com to book when this is the ..."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Kiteville Neptune
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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