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• Walking Tours

If you have more than eight people in your group, please contact [email protected] to schedule a private tour. Private tours of town and campus are available by request for up to 25 participants ($15 per person, $150 minimum).

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Princeton History Sunday Tour

Enjoy a 2-mile walk around downtown Princeton and the University campus as you learn about historic sites in the area, including Nassau Hall, University Chapel, and Palmer Square. In addition to the early history of the town, founding of the University and Revolutionary War,  guides will share some of the  lesser-known stories of Princeton’s diverse past. 

Tickets are $15. 

Advance purchase is required. Ticket sales end at 1:00 PM on the day of the tour (or when the tour is sold out). Due to space limitations, we cannot accommodate last minute add-ons at the start of the tour. 

Portions of the tour may include stairs and hills, please notify guide of any accessibility needs.

Tours are held in light rain; in the event of severe inclement weather, a message will be sent to the email address used when booking. You can also click here for an update on HSP’s calendar of events. Refunds or ticket exchanges will be issued only if the tour is cancelled.

PARKING: Meters are enforced 7 days a week. Free parking is available on weekends in Princeton University’s numbered lots.

Princeton History Walking Tour on May 12, 2024, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Princeton History Walking Tour on May 19, 2024, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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Historic stony brook: gateway to princeton history.

Before there was a “Princeton,” six Quaker families established a community on the fertile ground along Stony Brook. This two-hour hike explores the lives of the early settlers and the community they established, while following a portion of the trail George Washington took from Trenton to the Princeton Battlefield. Stops include the Stony Brook Meeting House and Burial Ground, walking a portion of the “hidden” back road into Princeton, and a view of the Battlefield. Tour starts at 354 Quaker Road, Princeton.

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Princeton University Eating Clubs

Join author Clifford Zink on a walking tour outside Princeton University’s majestic eating clubs. Learn about the architecture, origins, and development of the sixteen Classical and Gothic-style clubhouses, which date from 1895 to 1928.  Tour starts outside Colonial Club, 40 Prospect Avenue.

Copies of Zink’s 2017 book,  The Princeton Eating Clubs , will be available for sale at a discounted price at the tour. Co-sponsored by Princeton Prospect Foundation and the Historical Society of Princeton.

Tickets are available for the following dates: September 28  and November 2 at 10:00 am. 

• Digital Tours

Explore some of Princeton’s most notable – and more hidden – places, with the help of unique material from HSP’s extensive collections. Click the links below to access our digital tours on the web via a smartphone, tablet, or computer:

Albert E. Hinds Memorial Walking Tour: African American Life in Princeton

“green oval” tour: a snapshot of 18th century princeton, hamilton’s princeton, garden state history garden digital exhibition, princeton’s public schools: a history, jews in an ivy league town: the evolution of princeton’s jewish community.

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May 12, 2024, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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Please note: The museum at Updike Farmstead is closed on Sunday, May 12. Visitors are still welcome to explore the six-acre grounds, including two outdoor exhibitions: the Garden State History Garden  and the  Farmstead History Trail . 

Alternatively, there are tickets remaining for our Princeton History Walking Tour at 2:00 PM. Click here for more information and to purchase tickets. 

• EVERY SATURDAY - APRIL thru NOVEMBER

Guided Princeton Five Star Shameless Name Dropping Tour

Every weekend, see the Princeton you never knew existed!

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• Hour Glass Duration: 2 hours
• Calendar Availability: Saturdays (April - November)
• Clock Times: 1 p.m.

Walking sightseeing tour in Princeton

For 17 years running, our signature public walking tour has been the #1 Princeton attraction on TripAdvisor . Impressive, right? The New York Times , Chicago Tribune, and Washington Post have all written about it. Spoiler alert… they all say it’s awesome!

When it comes to legendary movers and shakers , the town of Princeton has an embarrassment of riches. Yet we never shy away from bragging about them non-stop during our most popular and comprehensive guided tour. On this picturesque 3-mile active and upbeat walk , you’ll learn the fascinating history of Princeton University while taking in all the must-see campus sites , including Nassau Hall, Princeton Chapel, Prospect Garden, Blair Hall and Rockefeller College. Outside the gates, we’ll visit the homes and hangouts of Albert Einstein, F Scott Fitzgerald, TS Eliot, Woodrow Wilson, Grover Cleveland, Robert Wood Johnson and even ‘80’s icon, Brooke Shields , just to name a few! Whether you like to curl up with a history book or an US Weekly, this tour has something for everyone.

This tour, begins at 116 Nassau Street inside the Princeton University Store and end in the heart of downtown close to all our favorite restaurants, pubs, cafes and ice cream shops!  (Remember, this is a colonial town so expect to go up and down steps, tackle a hill or two and cover a 3 mile route within 2 hours.)

Check-In Information

• Tours start at 116 Nassau Street inside the Princeton Store. We recommend parking in the nearby garages at 30 Spring Street. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to tour departure — we cannot wait for late arrivals. Dress appropriately for the weather forecast and anticipate a 3-mile peppy pace.  Remember, this is a colonial town so expect to go up and down steps, tackle a hill or two and cover a 3 mile route within 2 hours.

Cancellation Policy

• All participants pay a one-time upfront payment in advance of the tour.  Individuals and groups requesting cancellations on the day of the tour forfeit all payments.

Private tours, interactive team building experiences, pub crawls, and other customized events available year-round! More information here !

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All customers may show their phone receipts and receive valuable discounts on the day of the tour:

Dining Discounts

• 10% off one item at the bent spoon ice cream shop
• $1 off any whole hoagie at Hoagie Haven
• 10% off at Olive’s
• 10% off lunch/dinner at Yankee Doodle Tap Room (excl. alcohol)
• Free Starbucks coffee w/any food item purchase from Starbucks at 100 Nassau Street

Shopping/Tour Discounts

• Exclusive discounts at Princeton University Store
• 5% off non-sale items at Princeton Record Exchange
• 20% off for a Hoagie Haven T-shirt

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• LIMITED SPOTS - BOOK NOW FOR OCTOBER
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• Calendar Fri & Sat (October 11 - 26)
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Guided Ghost Tour, Ghost Hunt & Cemetery Visit

Princeton is haunted, and these guided paranormal tours during October prove it! If you want to be startled by garish ghouls in plastic masks, go elsewhere! This is Princeton, certified brainiac territory so be prepared for a “quintessentially Ivy League” experience!

Princeton Walks

Discover Princeton, NJ

Discover the history and personalities behind beautiful Princeton, NJ and its university with our group walking tours. ↓

University Tours

Learn about Princeton University’s history, unique supper clubs, notable personalities, dinner clubs, and the town’s involvement with the revolutionary war.

This breezy and conversational 2.5 hour walking tour will also include recommendations on the best places to eat and additional places to visit nearby.

Cemetery Grounds

The town cemetery is the final resting place of a United States President and Vice President, as well as many university leaders and notable residents.

It’s also one of the best places to learn about burial symbolism and the hidden meanings behind many gravestone designs found across America’s burial grounds.

To Book a Tour

Tours are available Saturday and Sunday, 9am-5pm. Tours are available in English and Russian. To book, please contact us at [email protected]

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In-person and virtual events.

Throughout the year, admission officers from Princeton host a series of virtual and in-person informational sessions around the world for prospective students and their families. Click the links below to view additional details for the program that works best for you. Please note: Travel takes place in early fall and late spring. Please check back regularly for updates.

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If you would like to invite a Princeton admission representative to a college fair, panel, workshop or other event, please email the invitation to [email protected] .

Whether in-person or virtual, explore our programming to uncover life at Princeton.

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Dig deeper in conversations with current Princeton students to unpack the many facets of life on campus.

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Register for a tour to uncover how and why Princeton has a close-knit campus community.

Tiger Walks

Take the campus tour experience home as Orange Key tour guides lead you on a virtual walk around the heart of Princeton's 600+ acre campus!

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Campus Group Tours

On the calendar below, select the date that you would like to visit. All events are in Eastern Time. Please note, all of our group tours will be hosted at 1:00 p.m. in the summer months. Registration is required for groups of 10 or more. We can accommodate groups no larger than 50 for high school aged students and no larger than 25 for middle school aged students. Information sessions and tours are only given in English. We use this information for scheduling and outreach. The University does not track visitor information and/or a campus visit for the purpose of evaluating an applicant.  

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Recent Alumni: Buenos Aires, a People-to-People Adventure — November 07 - November 14, 2024

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Traveler Snapshots

Day of the dead: young alumni.

Young alumni traveled to Mexico City to celebrate Día de los Muertos in traditional Mexican style, October 31-November 3, 2019.

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In the Footsteps of St. James: El Camino de Santiago

Princetonians walked the St. Paul's pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela, Spain, August 23 - September 4, 2019.

Alaska: A Backcountry Adventure

Princetonians traveled on an engaging nine-day adventure exploring the incredible wonders of the Alaska Range, June 8-16, 2019.

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Total Solar Eclipse: Chile & the Skies of the Southern Hemisphere

Princetonians traveled on a special-access astrophysical and astronomical adventure to the Chilean highlands to experience the total solar eclipse along its path of totality, June 25 to July 6, 2019.

Passage through the Panama Canal and Costa Rica

Travelers joined renowned Princeton molecular biologist Bonnie Bassler, February 2-10, 2019, to escape the cold on a voyage through the historic Panama Canal and to the rich rain forests of Costa Rica and Panama.

Journey to Antarctica: The White Continent

Traveling December 7-20, 2019, by crossing the Antarctic Convergence, Princetonians joined the ranks of the legendary explorers who’ve ventured to Antarctica. And, some have even joined another illustrious and exclusive society — the "Seven Continent Club."

Seeking Happiness: The Kingdom of Bhutan

Princeton Journeys adventured to the last living Vajrayana Buddhist Kingdom, the Kingdom of Bhutan, nestled in the eastern Himalayan Mountains, October 16-25, 2019. 

Cuba X: Young Alumni

Frozen-in-time and yet swirling with change, Cuba is entering a period of dramatic economic, social and cultural transformation in the post-Castro era. At this pivotal moment, a group of young Princeton alumni traveled to Havana January 25-28, 2019, to gain invaluable first-hand understanding through the eyes of the Cuban people.

Egypt: Land of the Pharaohs, January 3-15

For all of recorded time, the mighty waters of Egypt's Nile River have been the source of life-giving sustenance, cultural riches and mythic power. Princeton Journeys was delighted to bring 28 travelers back to Egypt to explore the glorious age of the Pharaohs aboard the Sun Boat III, January 3-15, 2019.

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December 7-20, 2019, by crossing the Antarctic Convergence, Princetonians joined the ranks of the legendary explorers who’ve ventured to Antarctica. And, some have even joined another illustrious and exclusive society — the "Seven Continent Club."

The Historic Rhine

Travelers explored the many rich layers of history and culture - from ancient Rome to World War II to opera and mythology - present along the picturesque Rhine River, May 6-19. Travelers cruised from Basel to Amsterdam, while exploring charming villages, stunning cathedrals, beautiful vistas, and World War II battle sites.

Galápagos Aboard the National Geographic Endeavour II

A group of intrepid Princetonians met in Guayaquil - the largest, most populous city in Ecuador before sailing 600 miles to the Galápagos Islands. In this magical place, travelers encountered sea lions, fur seals, marine iguanas, sea turtles, penguins, and a wealth of bird life, such as the blue-footed boobies, January 3-12, 2020. 

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Guided Engineering Tour

Please join us for an in-person guided tour of the School of Engineering and Applied Science. On weekdays, while classes are in-session , members of the Tau Beta engineering honor society, who are juniors and seniors who are able to describe their experiences as engineering students at Princeton while providing an overview of the academic programs and our building interiors. Guides will begin the tour promptly at 11:30 a.m. from the SEAS Undergraduate Affairs Office, room C209 in the Engineering Quadrangle (E-Quad), which is K3 on the campus map .  Tours last 45 minutes to an hour.  Unfortunately, we are unable to offer guided tours on weekends, during Reading Period (just before exams) and exams, or during breaks. Advanced registration is required. 

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Instructions: Select the day you plan to visit us.  Underneath the calendar, click on the RSVP link, and complete the registration form.  You will receive a confirmation email when you register.  This email includes important tour information, including a link to cancel or change your reservation.

To help ensure you receive a confirmation, please add [email protected] to your email contacts. Make sure to check your spam folder if you did not receive it. Please email [email protected] if you need assistance.

Self-led Engineering Tour

For visitors who are unable to fit our 11:30 a.m. guided tour into their busy Princeton visit or are unable to come when classes are in-session , we offer our self-guided tour, which covers the same territory as the guided tour just without the live student guide.  No pre-registration is required. The leaflet describing the self-directed tour and its route can be picked up just outside the SEAS Dean’s Office suite on the main corridor of the C-wing, just next to the E-Quad Café. The self-led tour can be done at any time that the building is open, Monday through Friday, but we ask that you do not enter labs or offices unless invited by a member of the faculty or staff.

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You can get a good feel for all that Princeton has to offer both on campus and online.  Prospective students and their families are welcome to visit campus and enjoy our outdoor facilities. Parking information will be made available upon registering for either a student-led campus tour or an in-person information session.  

Princeton is located between New York City and Philadelphia and is easy to reach by public transportation or by car. The closest and most conveniently accessed international airport is Newark Liberty International. 

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Thank you for considering applying for admission to Princeton University and your interest in engineering.

Reflecting Princeton’s integrated approach to education and its close-knit community that spans engineering and the liberal arts, all undergraduate admissions are handled through the University’s central Office of Admission . Applicants indicate their interest in engineering and express their intention to pursue the Bachelor of Science in Engineering (B.S.E.) degree, but there are ample opportunities to transfer between degree programs. Students may pursue the B.S.E. in the departments of Chemical and Biological Engineering , Civil and Environmental Engineering , Computer Science , Electrical and Computer Engineering , Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering , and Operations Research and Financial Engineering . The Department of Computer Science offers both the B.S.E. and the liberal arts (A.B.) degrees.

We have many great things to say about Princeton Engineering as a launching place for your dreams and for making a positive difference in the world – and you can find a few succinct reasons why in our FAQ .

In-person Guided Engineering Tours

Guided engineering tours during the academic year are offered by members of the Tau Beta Pi engineering honor society, who are juniors and seniors who are able to describe their experiences as engineering students at Princeton while providing an overview of the academic programs and facilities. Guides will begin the tour promptly at 11:30 a.m. from the SEAS Undergraduate Affairs Office, room C209 in the Engineering Quadrangle (E-Quad), which is K3 on the  campus map .  Tours last 45 minutes to an hour and are offered Monday through Friday, when  classes are in session . Unfortunately, we are unable to offer guided tours on weekends, during Reading Period (just before exams) and exams, or during breaks. Our available tour dates are online  here .

During the summer, guided engineering tours are offered from the Monday after the July 4 th  holiday through the end of July, given by students who are spending their summers at Princeton doing research. Guides will begin the tour promptly at 11:30 a.m. from the SEAS Undergraduate Affairs Office, room C209 in the Engineering Quadrangle (E-Quad), which is K3 on the  campus map . Tours last 45 minutes to an hour and are offered weekdays only, Monday through Friday.

Our available tour dates will be available online  here  in June 2023.

We ask that you please RSVP and follow the instructions. An email confirmation will be sent. Please be aware that during high school vacation weeks in February and April, as well as on holidays such as Columbus Day, there is a very heavy demand for guided tours. Since Princeton students have to meet academic obligations, we do not have large numbers of guides available, so the tours during peak periods can get very large. If possible, please plan to visit outside these periods.

Please note that we are unable to store personal items such as luggage, backpacks, coats or umbrellas in the E-Quad.

Questions?  Please email  [email protected] .

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Trip Ideas & Itineraries

We are ready to welcome you safely! 

The Princeton-Mercer Region has plenty of activities for individuals and families to explore safely, but where do you start? Try following some of our pre-planned travel guides to make sure your trip runs smoothly. Whether you are visiting for the day or planning a weekend getaway, we hope these trip ideas help!

Your Perfect Day Trip

9:00 AM – Grab a breakfast pastry at one of our many specialty cafes, like The Gingered Peach .

10:00 AM – Visit Grounds for Sculpture and their 42 acre outdoor sculpture park.

1:00 PM – Have lunch at Rats Restaurant , Mediterra , or Olives for a classic outdoor Princeton- Mercer experience.

2:00 PM – Stroll through Princeton University campus or take a guided outdoor tour with Princeton Tour Company.

3:00 PM – Enjoy afternoon ice cream at The Bent Spoon .

4:00 PM – Shop at Palmer Square ’s world class stores and boutiques.

6:00 PM – Dinner awaits at one of the many outdoor dining restaurants in walking distance. Try The Peacock Inn or Yankee Doodle Tap Room .

7:00 PM – Enjoy the nightlife as you stroll through the illuminated fountains of Palmer Square  and Scudder Plaza , where the monumental Fountain of Freedom sculpture lives.

3 Day Weekend Getaway

Friday Night

Arrive in Mercer County and check in to one of our picturesque boutique hotels like The Peacock Inn or Nassau Inn for a quintessential Princeton experience.

Stroll the shops and outdoor restaurants all through Palmer Square as you enjoy Princeton’s nightlife.

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Discover the historical grounds of Princeton University. The campus boasts jaw-dropping architecture, and the top-notch Princeton Art Museum, free to the public! Stroll the grounds for beautiful buildings, and picturesque gardens.

Delaware-Raritan Canal State Park or Mercer County Park

Spend some time outdoors on the Delaware-Raritan Canal or at Mercer County Park. Go hiking, boating, or picnicking with the family. You can rent bicycles and explore historic trails throughout both parks. Rentals are available at Princeton Canoe & Kayak Rental to utilize on the Canal. The kids can enjoy the playground, or take in the activities near Mercer Lake.

Terhune Orchards

Whether you are looking for some fun with the family or some adult activities, Terhune Orchards has entertainment for all ages. You can pick your own fruits and vegetables or enjoy tastings at their winery! Don’t forget to have one of their famous apple cider donuts!

Grounds for Sculpture

Take a tour of the outdoor 42-acre public sculpture park located in Hamilton, NJ, only 20 minutes from downtown Princeton. Grounds For Sculpture is also a garden and arboretum, featuring paved terraces, pergolas, and courtyards with natural woodlands as well as pond groves of bamboo and two eateries. Rat’s Restaurant is famous for its delicious food and eclectic atmosphere, overlooking the sculptures and a lily pond inspired by the paintings of Claude Monet.