Location: Trenton
Top Things to do in Trenton
Top 10 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. Mill Hill Playhouse
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
An 1850s church renovated into a playhouse.
2. Classics Books
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By 153mariacr
Classics Bookstore is a pretty amazing place and one of my granddaughter’s favorite places. They offer a vast array of classic and new pieces of literature. A must visit in Trenton.
3. Trenton Thunder
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5.0 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By t0mk0zl0wski1 - Boca Raton, United States
One of the most enjoyable times I have during the summer months is taking my grandkids to a baseball game. Major League Baseball can be very expense, no matter what the team is you are going to see. I have been to Phillie games and Yankee games I Bring the bunch, and their friends sometimes and their fathers. It is definitely more than a dinner out on a Friday night for my wife and I. Trenton Thunder baseball is a Double A team of the NY Yankees . Being a fan of them helps to enjoy going . Taking a son or daughter ,my case grandkids, when they are the age they can play organized youth baseball, or a related field, i.e photographer for High School Yearbook , brings a certain excitement to each youngster. There is usually some type of promotion where kids get something when they come in, i.e.A players Bobblehead, Kids eat free coupon, or special time for player autographs. Anyway it is a lot cheaper than NY or Philadelphia game. Between innings there are youth contests on the field. Never seen a uncooperative, angry employee. All have been perfect especially talking to the younger ones there. Fireworks sometimes after the game. You looking for a relaxing, forget the problems type of night ? A Trenton Thunder game at Armor Hummer Field is the ticket.
4. Old Barracks Museum
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4.5 based on 234 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, Monday - Saturday.
Reviewed By dontru
My son and I visited on a wintry day and were entirely pleased that we did! The young guide was friendly and extremely knowledgeable and patient with all of our comments and questions. He is a reenactor and I was as interested in his clothing as anything else! I didn't realize that the Barracks' original use was during the French and Indian War. The exhibits told the stories of what it was like to be a soldier or officer, and in the apothecary's room, our guide gave a fascinating presentation about the different strain of smallpox and how innoculation of the Continental Army occurred at the site. The receptionist is the gift shop was also helpful and informed! I'll take my grandkids!
5. Arm & Hammer Park
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4.5 based on 265 reviews
This charming stadium is the home of the AA baseball team Trenton Thunder.
Reviewed By Anon8815 - Trenton, United States
Good, clean, fun. Plenty of parking. Cheap game tickets and cheap food and drinks. Lots of fun games in between innings.
6. Rockville Climbing Center
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4.5 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By ChowWhisperer
More animal holds, please! =D We visited this climbing centre recently and were amazed at how easy it was to start climbing. Many of the routes had auto-belay systems which beginners or solo climbers can rock up (excuse the pun), clip on by yourself and just start climbing without having to book in advance. There were also routes for manual belay and bouldering, but we as beginners just stuck with the auto system routes, these ones had various levels of difficulty - so the only difference is that you don't need to know how to tie knots or have someone else belaying for you. Although there is the initial drop of half a foot to get used to before the mechanism catches you, once you're used to the feeling then feels secure. There was this parent and child who played a game where they used the animal holds as markers, and they'd pretend to be rescuing them on the way up. We had never seen this feature before and it definitely provided great entertainment and encouragement to the top. So my suggestion would be to have more walls with these, please! =D We had a great time, 10/10 will go again.
7. Trenton Farmers Market
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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.
8. Artworks Trenton
9. The Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie
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4.5 based on 51 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 SurfskiBerner - Trenton, United States
Lovely place to pop into. Always something interesting on view as well as the permanent collection to gaze at. The shop also has great gifts.
10. Trenton Free Public Library
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4.5 based on 8 reviews
The Trenton Free Public Library is located in downtown historic Trenton. With open access to all we welcome visitors! In addition to all the public library has to offer, we also house the renowned Trentoniana Collection. With manuscripts and artifacts dating back to pre-revolutionary days, visitors can explore the history of Trenton in a historic setting.
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