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Best known as the home of Princeton University, the town of Princeton centers around the Ivy League school and its stone, vine-covered buildings. The university's campus strives to emulate the historical European universities that inspired it, and celebrates the visual and performing arts. F. Scott Fitzgerald, Joyce Carol Oates, and Judy Blume have all immortalized the town in literature. The city is equidistant from Philadelphia and New York City, and the region has recently been recognized for hosting competitive rowing events. Princeton is in New Jersey (NJ). Plan your vacation with our United States trip planner and discover the best things to do in Princeton.
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Princeton University
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Princeton University Art Museum
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Longwood Gardens
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Carnegie Lake
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Nassau Hall
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Marquand Park
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Trinity Church
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St. Paul's Catholic Church
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Princeton University Chapel
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D&R Canal State Park
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Princeton Country Club
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The downtown area boasts a few large hotels that cater to visiting academics and university employees. In the neighborhoods outside of downtown, there are a handful of bed and breakfasts and inns. A few options located right next to the university campus offer the most attractive surroundings.
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