Location: Trenton
Top Things to do in Trenton
The 6 Best Free Things to do in Trenton, New Jersey (NJ)
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. Trenton Farmers Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 192 reviews
Reviewed By Happyatbloominggrove
Local food, fresh food, you can’t find at the big box stores on Route1. Meet the farmer and learn what’s in season. Weekly visits are worth the trip. Vegetables, fruits, baked goods and butcher under one roof. Parking easy.
2. New Jersey State House
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 71 reviews
The seat of the New Jersey state government. Inspiring citizens since 1792 The New Jersey State House – discover the state’s most historic public building.
Reviewed By gostartraveler - Forked River, United States
Take the free tour and learn a lot about this state's capital (the building itself is different than the US Capitol!) Lotsa history here, and for Capital Collectors, the stamp is at the tour lectern. Recommended.
3. Pennsylvania Bridge
4. World War II Memorial
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By johnfS5831PC - Shavertown, United States
Directly accross the street from the New Jersey State House, the memorial is beautiful, informative and respectful to those who served our nation in WWII.
5. Trenton Battle Monument
6. Cadwalader Park
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 42 reviews
Picturesque park in Trenton, New Jersey.
Reviewed By SurfskiBerner - Trenton, United States
This beautiful park is within walking, jogging distance to my home. I never, ever have felt unsafe and often encounter others walking their dogs or with children. I have fond memories of visiting the park when I was a child to view the bear and monkeys-which of course in hindsight was quite cruel for the bear. But all and all it is a hidden gem and a lovely place. BTW-it is great for xc skiing when there is snow and good for a run in warmer weather or just a peaceful walk across the lawns. It also appears that with renovations there is good use of a new playground and the outdoor vestibule by families. Ellarslie is a hidden gem as well! Yes, there are people who litter. Yes, there are people smoking pot. But, this happens everywhere. And unfortunately, ATV'ers mar the lawns. I wish the the employees who work in the park and local law enforcement would do something about it too but, all in all, it's a park for the community and its families. Finally, I am a woman and have never felt unsafe in this park, ever and I have used it from dawn to dusk.
