New Jersey Travel Guide - New Jersey 2025 Official Travel Guide

Historic Scenery & Agricultural Allure

Battlefield history meets idyllic farmland and modern enclaves in this diverse region, ranging from the ridges of Sourland Mountain Preserve to Princeton’s Ivy-clad buildings of academic excellence. Central NJ is an intersection of past and present, offering a blend of boutique charm, suburban comfort and thriving agriculture. Discover a tapestry of charming small towns playing host to community events and festivals, plus a more rural landscape of lush parks, family-owned farms and orchards. The culinary scene ranges from roadside produce stands and farm-to-table dining to international cuisine and craft breweries, only adding to the region’s midway magic.

WAKE UP HERE

Experience the old-world charm of Frenchtown at The National Hotel, a historic inn offering elegantly appointed rooms, an on-site tavern and contemporary comforts in a quaint riverside town.

SHOP LOCAL

Enjoy a sophisticated shopping experience at MarketFair Princeton, featuring a mix of upscale retailers, unique boutiques and a variety of shop options in a stylish setting.

SNAP A PHOTO

Grab a camera and head out to Delaware & Raritan (D&R) Canal State Park, a linear 70-mile-long canal path perfect for photo shoots, biking and paddling among untouched landscapes and tranquil waters.

CATCH A SHOW

Revel in dance, music and theatrical artistry at the two-time Tony Award-winning McCarter Theatre for the Performing Arts in Princeton, one of the most active cultural centers in the nation showcasing over 200 performances each season.

TOUR HISTORY

Take a tour of the New Jersey State House in Trenton to witness the seat of the state’s government and its impressive architecture, as well as artwork tours and presentations on the lawmaking process.

HAVE A LAUGH

Laugh the night away at Stress Factory Comedy Club in New Brunswick, featuring top stand-up comedians and open-mic stars from around the country.

SLOW IT DOWN

Take a day to slow life down and explore Duke Farms’ meditation gardens, bike trails, educational classes, orchid greenhouse, cozy cafe and more—all set within a sprawling park of 2,700 acres in Hillsborough dedicated to environmental stewardship.

DINE & DRINK

Enjoy the umami flavors and traditions of Asian and Filipino cuisine at Maricel’s Kitchen, where exclusive chef’s table events and cooking classes make an ideal date night or ladies’ night in East Brunswick. Try expertly crafted beers in Milford at Descendants Brewing Company, the first brewpub in the state to brew beer since Prohibition, and where house ales await at benches removed from the original Staten Island ferry.