Location: Trenton
Top Things to do in Trenton
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Famous for its pivotal role in the Revolutionary War, Trenton is a city steeped in history, boasting several museums and monuments, including the Old Barracks Museum, the country's only remaining British Barracks. But Trenton is not only for the history buff; sports fans will enjoy cheering on minor league baseball and hockey teams while art aficionados will enjoy the many galleries and the 35-acre Grounds for Sculpture park, as well as a number of theaters and auditoriums.
Restaurants in Trenton
1. Arm & Hammer Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 230 reviews
This charming stadium is the home of the AA baseball team Trenton Thunder.
Reviewed By bluejeanfood - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
On a beautiful Sunday, September 3rd the Trenton Thunder AA affiliate of the New York Yankees hosted the Reading Fightin Phils AA affilate of the Philadelphia Phillies for a doubleheader. My beloved Phils won both games, and while there I enjoyed the Swine Sandwich from the Case’s Pork Roll station. The sandwich was of course Case’s pork roll topped with pulled pork, bacon, and American cheese on a Kaiser roll. It was delicious and the stadium is a great place to watch baseball. Highly recommend a visit and this sandwich. Congrats to the Trenton Thunder on an amazing season
2. Grounds For Sculpture
Overall Ratings
5 based on 1 reviews
The perfect day trip! Grounds For Sculpture (GFS), located in Hamilton, New Jersey (midway between Philadelphia and New York), is a forty-two acre not-for-profit sculpture park and arboretum founded by Seward Johnson. Its collection features more than 270 contemporary sculptures by renowned and emerging artists. Exhibitions change seasonally in five indoor galleries. With rich educational offerings, a robust schedule of performing arts, and fun family events, the park is open year-round. Shopping and dining options complement every visit. Members receive free admission year-round plus a host of other benefits. For hours, admission prices, membership information, and a calendar of events, visit us online.
Reviewed By Barbara P
Not sure how I never heard of this place but I've been twice now and looking forward to going back. Amazing grounds and gardens and interesting sculpture everywhere you turn. Both times we started by going to Ratt's Restaurant and then actually driving around to the visitors center. I've been in summer and spring and now looking forward to a fall visit. This would be difficult for someone with limited mobility or anyone in a wheelchair due to spots with uneven terrain so call ahead to reserve a guide / golf cart tour. For everyone else -- as large as the grounds are - you're walking at your speed with plenty of places to take breaks - including a few snack locations throughout the park. We've never had alot of luck following the maps but you really don't need them - and all the sculptures are well labeled.
3. River Horse Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 54 reviews
Local brewery handcrafting unique beers and offering weekend tours with tastings, plus company swag.
Reviewed By P F B - Edison, New Jersey
Small sampling area. Friendly knowledgeable staff. Good tasting brews. They offer a 45 minute to tour of the brewery or you can take a virtual tour. Pints or samplers are available. You can bring food and there’s also a food truck that stops by. Some of the brews are available to take out as sixes and also growlers are available. I did find the prices of the sixes a little high.
4. Old Barracks Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 195 reviews
In 1758, the Old Barracks was constructed to house British troops during the French and Indian War. During the Revolutionary War, the barracks was one of Washington's military hospitals. Today, the building is home to an interpretive museum, galleries, gift shop, and meeting space. Guided tours start on the hour from 10 AM - 4 PM.
Reviewed By Cappiea23 - Spangdahlem, Germany
Every summer we try to see and explore something historic and the last several years we have focused more on World War II since we are in Europe so it was nice to learn something more about US history. Tours are done I believe every hour so if you get there in between times you can stroll around a little outside or watch a video that is about 20 or so minutes and look at a few items they have in the same room as the video. The tour was ok. The gentleman seemed knowledgable about what he was explaining to our group but he didn't seem to be in a good mood. This made it a little awkward but everyone is entitled to a "down day". It was interesting to learn of the history and other factors to the barracks and how it impacted the outcome of War for Independence. After the tour there is another area that you can visit another area with more items to see. It is worth visiting if in or near the Trenton area. Location is easy to find. We were not sure about parking near the museum since it said something about have your id ready so we decided to park in the city parking garage that is not too far away. Just a few minutes to walk. There ae a few other things to see in the area as well if you have time. This museum is not stroller or wheel chair friendly from what I saw. Thank you for being a Blue Star Museum! Our group had a mix of teens and elementary age kids and everyone took something away from what we learned about at this museum.
5. Hamilton Veterans Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 106 reviews
Public park in Hamilton Township, NJ that has recreational areas and hosts several events like Septemberfest, Fourth of July fireworks, Camp Olden
Reviewed By Jacoba S - New York City, New York
This is a well-maintained park with lots of areas to climb and play. My kids, nieces and nephews ranging from two to thirteen enjoyed it. That said, you must keep a close eye since it is not fenced off from the parking lot. There are bathrooms in the park for public use.
6. Snipes Farm & Education Center
Overall Ratings
5 based on 10 reviews
Snipes Farm & Education Center is located on 25 acres of our historic farm in Morrisville, PA. Our mission is to model and teach sustainable farming, while reconnecting people to the land. Our activities are seasonal with educational tours for elementary school classes and special needs students. We have farm day camp for children in the summer, special events throughout the year and festive fall activities for families. You can sign-up for our CSA program (Community Sustained Agriculture) and pick up fresh, organically grown veggies throughout the growing season.
Reviewed By June I - San Francisco, California
OMG!!! what a great event. Was turned onto this Blues event by a friend who has been attending for years.
The music was great but 5he venue even better. The Snipes have created an environmental and education center and designated their farm as such. It cannot be sold for development. WHOO HOO!!!
The education center teaches kids about farming and agriculture. There are programs all year. They also hold a number of festivals during the summer.
Well worth checking out. I will return next year!
7. Sayen House and Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 95 reviews
Reviewed By RickMIusa - Grand Rapids, Michigan
A nice garden that is open every day. We spent a few minutes here.....they had some good ideas and it was an enjoyable walk.
8. Actors' Net of Bucks County
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By 40n75w - Bucks County, Pennsylvania
For many years, we would go into Philadelphia for live theater. This usually required us to drive to center city, find parking, grab a quick meal in town, and then watch a show that often was disappointing. The whole operation was very expensive... $30-$60 a ticket, $20 for parking, and $40 for dinner.
And then with discovered ActorsNET! It is 20 minutes from home, has free parking, and we can easily get there after dinner, and adult tickets are only $18. Best of all, the shows are always top-notch. The choice of plays, the sets, the staging the costumes, and the acting are professional quality. The theater wins awards every year and receives terrific reviews by local theater critics.
If you are anywhere within an hour's radius of Morrisville, PA, take advantage of the wonderful resource.
9. Trenton Farmers Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 149 reviews
Reviewed By didi9999 - Trenton, New Jersey
Last several times I visited this long standing business, I went home empty or with very few things. Increasingly the prices have not been as competitive as years ago and the quality of the flowers, fruits and vegetables have not been enticing. There are other shops. Again, I have not found much to purchase. Open mostly toward weekends much of the year.
10. The Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 48 reviews
Permanent exhibit on Trenton's nationally renowned pottery industry, contemporary art exhibits every two months, annual juried Ellarslie Open showing 100 artists, rotating history exhibits every four months, art education classes for children and adults, musical performances, special events. Gift shop. Handicap accessible. 1848 Italianate mansion owned by city. Managed by Trenton Museum Society.
Reviewed By schmutaki - new jersey
We were wary of venturing into a park in Trenton but we were amply rewarded. The museum is a really nice place with lots of history. The current exhibition of local artists on the first floor was wonderful. The second floor featured exhibits about the interesting history of Trenton. The staff on duty was particularly helpful and informative. They have a nice gift shop as well. Suggested donation is $5. We had a nice picnic lunch in the park after our visit
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