Things To Do
Nassau Street
Nassau Street runs through the heart of Princeton's downtown. Go here for great shops, restaurants and more. The university and our church are right nearby. Get breakfast at PJ's Pancakes or the Nassau Diner. Stacey and I had our second date at Winberie's, which offers standard American fare and is known for its wall of photographs of famous Princeton people. There are lots of great fine dining options (Mediterra, Agricola, Kristine's). You can also find an amazing variety of different Asian cuisines here. Some of our favorite shops include Mandalay Bay, LIMELITE, and of course Labyrinth Books (check out its own entry below).
Princeton University
While you're here, take a stroll through the university's mix of classical, gothic, and modern buildings. The Fountain of Freedom is a favorite stop for visitors as well as the gorgeous University Chapel. Check out their website for a map of public areas that are open to visitors. (Typically they don't like visitors taking pictures around the dorms.)
Einstein's Walking Trails
You can walk on the trails where Einstein was known to sojourn around the Institute for Advanced Study. This includes the pond that is seen in the movie Oppenheimer. Park near Thomas Clarke House at the Princeton Battlefield. The trails are easily accessible from there. Just use GPS to position yourself. The Institute and its pond should be pretty easy to find and the grounds are open to the public. Einstein's house is also right down the street from our church (112 Mercer St). It is a private house so don't disturb the residents.
Grounds For Sculpture
Grounds for Sculpture is a world-class outdoor sculpture park created by Seward Johnson. See a huge variety of modern sculpture and take some great Instagram pics.
Labyrinth Books
As you might have guessed, Princeton has a great bookstore. Browse some deals on the tables outside. Check out some of the well-curated displays inside. And don't miss the great used books section in the basement.
New Hope, PA & Lambertville, NJ
These two quaint river towns on either side of the Delaware River are joined by a car & pedestrian bridge. They can be easily explored together in a couple hours. Check out a variety of shops, antique stores, restaurants, cafes, art galleries and more.
Delaware and Raritan Canal State Park Trail
This beautiful canal trail runs for miles along the Delaware River and forks up to Princeton. You can rent a bike at Jay's Cycles in Princeton or Big Bear Gear in Lambertville and hit the trails. There are many different access points scattered along the trail.
Cranberry Festival - 33rd Maker’s Mart on Farnsworth
This is the biggest festival each year in Bordentown, our new hometown. It happens to be on the weekend of our wedding this year. Enjoy a street festival with arts, crafts, food vendors, cranberry treats and more.
Washington Crossing State Park
See the spot where Gen. Washington surprised the British by crossing the Delaware on Christmas day, leading to a victory in the Battle of Trenton. There is a small museum to the battle in the state park. You can also visit the Princeton Battlefield State Park and the Old Barracks Museum in Trenton nearby if you want some more Revolutionary War history.
Art on Hulfish, Princeton University Art Museum
The Princeton University Art Museum is currently closed for a major renovation, but they are showing some cool art exhibits for free at Art on Hulfish and Art@Bainbridge in the mean time.
Art@Bainbridge, Princeton University Art Museum
The Princeton Art Museum is currently closed for a major renovation, but they are showing some cool art exhibits for free at Art on Hulfish and Art@Bainbridge in the mean time.