THIS PAGE FROM TOP: DOWNTOWN METUCHEN/RICHARD ALFONZO; DELAWARE AND RARITAN CANAL STATE PARK 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 THE SCENE Once a humble train stop, the Downtown District of Metuchen has shed its “pass-through” status and bloomed into a walkable hot spot—boasting indie boutiques, cool cafes and art studios. SNAP A PHOTO Grab a camera and head out to Delaware & Raritan (D&R) Canal State Park , a 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 theatrics 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. TOUR HISTORY Take a tour of Princeton Battlefield State Park —where General George Washington’s troops triumphed in 1777—and stroll the hallowed grounds beneath the legendary Mercer Oak tree, a living symbol of bravery and Revolutionary War history in Princeton. 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. VisitNJ.org 53
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