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Location: Main - Regions - Capital Region - Mercer County - Trenton

Trenton NJ - Mercer County

 
Facts
Founded: 1792
Settled: 1679
Population: 88,675
Size: 7.5 sq miles

Urban Enterprise Zone (UEZ) - 3.5% Sales Tax

 

 

 

 

 
Attractions in and Around Trenton

Mill Hill Playhouse

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Trenton x - Map It
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Theater/Performing Arts

Arts Youniversity

4 Tennis Ct
Hamilton - Map It
(609)586-3008
About 3 miles from Trenton
Theater/Performing Arts

Civil War and Native American Museum

2202 Kuser Rd.
Hamilton 08690 - Map It
(609)585-8900
About 3 miles from Trenton
Historical
Museum

Grounds For Sculpture

18 Fairgrounds Rd.
Hamilton - Map It
(609)586-0616
About 3 miles from Trenton
Art Gallery
Museum

Rockville Climbing Center

200 Whitehead Rd
Hamilton - Map It
(609)631-7625
About 3 miles from Trenton
Recreation/Arcade Center
Sports (Recreational)

Sayen Botanical Gardens

155 Hughes Dr
Hamilton - Map It
(609)890-3874
About 3 miles from Trenton
Garden/Arboretum

1761 Brearly House

Meadow Rd
Lawrenceville 08648 - Map It
(609)895-1728
About 4.3 miles from Trenton
Historical
Museum

Little Acres Too

Princeton Pike
Lawrenceville - Map It
(609)896-1230
About 4.3 miles from Trenton
Agri-Tourism/U-Pick Farms

Benjamin Temple House

27 Federal City Rd
Ewing - Map It
(609)883-2455
About 4.8 miles from Trenton
Historical

College of New Jersey Art Gallery

2000 Pennington Rd
Ewing - Map It
(609)771-2652
About 4.8 miles from Trenton
Art Gallery
Museum

Artful Deposit Gallery

201 Farnsworth Ave
Bordentown - Map It
(609)298-6970
About 5.5 miles from Trenton
Art Gallery
Museum

Bordentown Historical Society

302 Farnsworth Ave
Bordentown - Map It
(609)298-1740
About 5.5 miles from Trenton
Historical

Grossman Farms

120 Sykesville Rd
Chesterfield - Map It
(609)291-8210
About 5.7 miles from Trenton
Agri-Tourism/U-Pick Farms

Russo's Orchard Lane Farm

310 Extonville Rd
Chesterfield - Map It
(609)259-3684
About 5.7 miles from Trenton
Agri-Tourism/U-Pick Farms

Strawberry Hill Farm

Ellisdale & Waln Rds
Chesterfield - Map It
(609)298-0823
About 5.7 miles from Trenton
Agri-Tourism/U-Pick Farms

Little Acres Farm Market

Pennington-Lawrenceville Rd
Pennington - Map It
(609)737-6502
About 8.5 miles from Trenton
Agri-Tourism/U-Pick Farms

Mercer County Equestrian Center

431 Federal City Road
Pennington - Map It
(609)730-9059
About 8.5 miles from Trenton
Horseback Riding

Grover Farm

348 Village Rd. East
Princeton Junction - Map It
(609)799-1195
About 8.8 miles from Trenton
Agri-Tourism/U-Pick Farms

Historic Walnford

78 Walnford Road
Allentown 08501 - Map It
(609)259-6275
About 9 miles from Trenton
Historical
Museum

Horse Park of New Jersey

626 Rt 524
Allentown - Map It
(609)259-0170
About 9 miles from Trenton
Horseback Riding

Washington Crossing State Park

355 Washington Crossing
Pennington Road
Titusville 08560 - Map It
(609)737-0623
About 9 miles from Trenton
Eco-Tourism
Historical
Museum
Outdoor Recreation
Park

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What's happening in and Around Trenton
November 2009
A NIGHT OF SOLID GOLD MUSIC - Trenton , Mercer County
About 0 miles from Trenton
November 7th, 2009
Oldies-Doo Wop Concert with Jay & The Americans, The Duprees, Vito Picone & The Elegants, Kid Kyle & The Kool Kats, Nicky Addeo & The Nightowls

Wines of the World - Pennington , Mercer County
About 8.5 miles from Trenton
November 12, 2009
The course explores the different wines and wine regions of the world explaining the major differences between Old World and New World wines. Selected wines from different regions of the world will be tasted and evaluated by the participants with the guidance of our winemaker. The course will also cover how to select wine based on the information printed on the label. No previous experience in wine tasting is required for this course.

Wine Tasting & Silent Auction - West Windsor , Mercer County
About 8.8 miles from Trenton
Friday, Nov. 13, 2009
Fund raiser for Habitat for Humanity Millstone Basin Area. Sponsored by Laurenti's ShopRite Wines and Spirits of Mercerville and will feature more than 250 wines, specialty spirits and beers from 20 vendors as well as hot and cold appetizers and entrees.

December
Holiday Shopping at Molly's, The Museum Shop - Trenton , Mercer County
About 0 miles from Trenton
December 4-6, 2009
The annual holiday shopping weekend of the museum will take place December 4-6, 2009.

May 2010
SPIRIT of the JERSEYS State History Fair - Titusville , Mercer County
About 9 miles from Trenton
Saturday, May 1, 2010
SPIRIT of the JERSEYS State History Fair. Journey back in time and experience five centuries of New Jersey history all in one place. A FREE award-winning, historical festival for all ages.

Go to the NJ Event Guide



Lodging in and Around Trenton
Howard Johnson
Hotel/Motel
2995 Brunswick Pike (Rt. 1)
Lawrenceville NJ 08648

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2 Stars
About 4.3 miles from Trenton
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Welcome to the Howard Johnson Inn of Princeton/Lawrenceville, New Jersey. We are located off several major highways including Route 1, I-295, I-95, and both the Pennsylvania and New Jersey Turnpikes. The hotel offers complimentary continental breakfast daily, free newspaper Monday-Friday, Free WIFI Internet Access and Cable with HBO/ESPN/CNN. Our outdoor pool is open from Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day weekend. The hotel is located near Princeton University, Rider University, The Coll

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Red Roof Inn-Princeton
Hotel/Motel
3203 Brunswick Pike (Rt. 1)
Lawrenceville NJ 08648

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1 Star
About 4.3 miles from Trenton
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Red Roof Inn is renovating all of their inns nationwide! This location now features redesigned rooms with more comfort and added amenities such as T-Mobile wireless Internet access (daily fee may apply). Experience our coffeehouse-style service featuring fresh brewed, ground whole bean coffee. The Princeton Red Roof Inn is conveniently located off of I-295, just 9 miles from Trenton and 5 miles from Princeton University. This Inn is also just seconds away from shopping, restaurants, entert

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Courtyard by Marriott
Hotel/Motel
360 Scotch Rd.
Ewing NJ 08638

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2 Stars
About 4.8 miles from Trenton
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Located in beautiful Mercer County and nearby to scenic Bucks County, our Courtyard is just minutes from the Grounds for Sculpture, the Trenton Historic District, Sesame Place, Six Flags Great Adventure, Sovereign Bank Arena, Lambertville, New Hope, Prin

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Best Western Inn Bordentown
Hotel/Motel
1068 Rt. 206
Bordentown NJ 08505

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2 Stars
About 5.5 miles from Trenton
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Management reserves the right to refuse to provide accommodation to persons of an age of less than majority unless accompanied by an adult. Proof of legal age may be required at check-in. This Bordentown, New Jersey hotel is 15 miles from Princeton University and offers first-rate amenities and easy access to recreational parks and beaches. Voted the best property in the county, The Best Western Bordentown Inn is easily located off the New Jersey Turnpike, Interstate 295 and Interstate 195. V

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Bordentown-Days Inn
Hotel/Motel
1073 Rt. 206 N.
Bordentown NJ 08505

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2 Stars
About 5.5 miles from Trenton
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The Days Inn in Bordentown offers the friendliest, safe family hotel located at the crossroads leading to Historic Bordentown, Trenton, and the Delaware Valley, and modern McGuire AFB/Fort Dix, Atlantic City and Philadelphia. Six Flags Great Adventure is 15 minutes away. Free DayBreak continental breakfast in provided, as well as Free Wireless and HSIA access in all rooms for our hotel guests. Enjoy our outdoor pool in the summer. Conveniently located at Exit 7 of the New Jersey Turnpike, busine

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Comfort Inn of Bordentown
Hotel/Motel
1009 Rt. 206
Bordentown NJ 08505

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3 Stars
About 5.5 miles from Trenton
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Close to Great Adventure, I-195. Near Fort Dix and McGuire AFB, shopping and restaurants. FREE deluxe continental breakfast. Some rooms with Jacuzzi.

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Econo Lodge Bordentown
Hotel/Motel
187 Rts. 130 & 206 N
Bordentown NJ 08505

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1 Star
About 5.5 miles from Trenton
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Newly renovated, April, 2008.20 minutes Bucks County. 10 minutes State Capital, from central Philadelphia. Located near historic Cherry Hill. Close to shopping malls. Restaurant & lounge on premises. Driving Distance to Six Flags 15 Miles, about 15 Minutes. One adult 21 or older in each room. Must have valid credit card and ID at check in.

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Residence Inn Princeton West Windsor
Hotel/Motel
3563 US Route 1
West Windsor NJ 08540

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3 Stars
About 8.8 miles from Trenton
Residence Inn Princeton West Windsor Thumbnail
Our suburban Princeton location makes visiting Princeton University, College of New Jersey, Rider University the MarketFair Mall and the Quakerbridge Mall very convenient. Trenton, the Capitol of NJ is less than 10 miles away.

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Lafayette Yard Marriott Conference Hotel
Hotel/Motel
1 W. Lafayette St
Trenton NJ 08650
(609)421-4000

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McIntosh Inn-Princeton
Hotel/Motel
3270 Rt. 1 North
Lawrenceville NJ 08648
(609)896-3700

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About 4.3 miles from Trenton
Hampton Inn
Hotel/Motel
US Highway 130 and Rt. 206
Bordentown NJ 08505
(609)298-4000

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About 5.5 miles from Trenton
Imperial Inn
Hotel/Motel
3312 Rt. 206 S.
Bordentown NJ 08505
(609)298-3355

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About 5.5 miles from Trenton
Ramada Inn of Bordentown
Hotel/Motel
1083 Rt. 206 N.
Bordentown NJ 08505
(609)298-3200

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About 5.5 miles from Trenton
Fernbrook, c.1750
Bed & Breakfast
142 Georgetown Rd
Chesterfield NJ 08505
(609)298-3868

Map
About 5.7 miles from Trenton
Stage Depot - Inn at Pennytown
Hotel/Motel
145 Rt. 31 North
Pennington NJ 08534
(609)466-2000

Map
About 8.5 miles from Trenton
Go to the NJ Lodging Guide

 




 
Restaurants in and Around Trenton

Za Restaurant

Price Range: $31 to $50
147 West Delaware Ave
Pennington NJ 08534 - Map It
(609)737-4400
About 8.5 miles from Trenton
American (New)
Za Restaurant
Featuring over twenty-five varieties of tea and a seasonal menu, Za Restaurant is a truly unique dining experience just minutes from downtown Princeton. Enjoy the calming dining atmosphere inside or when weather permits, relax while enjoying your meal in the garden. In the spring, the garden comes alive with the soft smell of Wisteria.
- Visit Za Restaurant's Website

Amici Milano

Price Range: $31 to $50
600 Chestnut Ave
Trenton NJ - Map It
(609)396-6300
About 0 miles from Trenton
Italian

Blue Danube

Price Range: $16 to $30
538 Adeline St
Trenton NJ - Map It
(609)393-6133
About 0 miles from Trenton
Continental
Eastern European

DeLorezo's Tomato Pies

Price Range: $15 and below
530 Hudson St
Trenton NJ - Map It
(609)695-9534
About 0 miles from Trenton
Pizza

Diamond's

Price Range: $31 to $50
132 Kent St
Trenton NJ - Map It
(609)393-1000
About 0 miles from Trenton
Italian

Homestead Inn

Price Range: $31 to $50
800 Kuser Rd
Trenton NJ - Map It
(609)890-9851
About 0 miles from Trenton
American (Traditional)
Italian

John Henry's Seafood

Price Range: $31 to $50
2 Mifflin St
Trenton NJ - Map It
(609)396-3083
About 0 miles from Trenton
Seafood

Katmandu

Price Range: $16 to $30
Mercer County Waterfront
50 Riverview Dr
Trenton NJ - Map It
(609)393-7300
About 0 miles from Trenton
American (Traditional)

Marsilio's

Price Range: $31 to $50
541 Roebling Ave
Trenton NJ - Map It
(609)695-1916
About 0 miles from Trenton
Italian
Italian (Southern)

Tattoni's Cafe

Price Range: $16 to $30
800 Chestnut Ave
Trenton NJ - Map It
(609)394-1456
About 0 miles from Trenton
Italian

Utopia International Bistro

Price Range: $31 to $50
11 West Front St
Trenton NJ - Map It
(609)394-1991
About 0 miles from Trenton
American (New)
Eclectic

Malaga

Price Range: $16 to $30
511 Lalor St
Hamilton NJ - Map It
(609)396-8878
About 3 miles from Trenton
Spanish

Rat's

Price Range: $51 or more
16 Fairgrounds Rd
Hamilton NJ - Map It
(609)584-7800
About 3 miles from Trenton
French (New)

Sportsmens Pub

Price Range: $15 and below
819 Lalor Street
Hamilton NJ 08610 - Map It
(609)393-4464
About 3 miles from Trenton
American (Traditional)

Acacia

Price Range: $31 to $50
2637 Main St
Lawrenceville NJ - Map It
(609)895-9885
About 4.3 miles from Trenton
American (New)

Fedora Cafe

Price Range: $16 to $30
2633 Main St
Lawrenceville NJ - Map It
(609_895-0844
About 4.3 miles from Trenton
Eclectic

Simply Radishing

Price Range: $16 to $30
Lawrence Shopping Center
2495 Brunswick Pike
Lawrenceville NJ - Map It
(609)882-3760
About 4.3 miles from Trenton
American (New)

Villaggio Iccara

Price Range: $16 to $30
104 Yardville Allentown Rd
Yardville NJ 08620 - Map It
(609)585-6668
About 4.6 miles from Trenton
Italian

Farnsworth House, The

Price Range: $31 to $50
135 Farnsworth Ave
Bordentown NJ - Map It
(609)291-9232
About 5.5 miles from Trenton
Continental

Mastoris

Price Range: $16 to $30
144 Highway 130
Bordentown NJ - Map It
(609)298-4650
About 5.5 miles from Trenton
American (Traditional)
Coffee Shops
Diner

Diamond's

Price Range: $31 to $50
1140 River Rd
West Trenton NJ - Map It
(609)882-0303
About 5.6 miles from Trenton
Italian

Edo Sushi

Price Range: $16 to $30
Pennington Shopping Center
25 Route 31 South
Pennington NJ - Map It
(609)737-1190
About 8.5 miles from Trenton
Chinese
Japanese
Sushi

H.I. Rib & Co.

Price Range: $16 to $30
145 Route 31 North
Pennington NJ - Map It
(609)466-8088
About 8.5 miles from Trenton
Barbeque

Sunny Garden

Price Range: $16 to $30
15 Farber Rd
West Windsor NJ - Map It
(609)520-1881
About 8.8 miles from Trenton
Chinese
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