The Top 5 Reasons to Visit Princeton, New Jersey Now
Welcome to Princeton, New Jersey—the town Money Magazine ranked as one of the top 100 towns in the United States to "Live and Work In."
1. THE ARCHITECTURE
Historic homes in Princeton, New Jersey
There's no shortage of historic homes in Princeton—ranging from Colonial to Federal styles. Princeton is even home to Drumthwacket. Built in 1835, it's the official residence of the Governor of New Jersey. Seen above is Morven Museum & Garden.
2. THE COCKTAILS
The Peacock Inn
Enjoy happy hour every Monday-Friday from 5-7PM at the bar in the 4-diamond Peacock Inn. You'll need to try a martini known as the Lavender Bumble. Blended with gin, lavender honey, lemon and egg white—it's to die for.
3. THE HISTORY
Princeton, New Jersey history
The 1836 portico, a memorial that hovers over Princeton Battlefield. These columns mark the spot where American and British troops fought each other in 1777 in the Battle of Princeton during the American Revolutionary War.
4. THE SHOPPING
Shopping on Nassau Street in Princeton
A preview of the shopping choices that line Nassau Avenue and its side streets. And so much character.
5. THE IVY LEAGUE
Princeton University
