Free & Cheap Things to Do in Princeton, NJ

  • The list below includes 188 free or cheap things to do in or near Princeton, New Jersey, including 123 different types of inexpensive activities like Children's Play Area, Parks, Canoeing and Hiking Trails.
  • From Princeton University to Delaware & Raritan State Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Princeton and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Trenton, Edison, New Brunswick and Doylestown.
  • The list below includes 188 free or cheap things to do in or near Princeton, New Jersey, including 123 different types of inexpensive activities like Children's Play Area, Parks, Canoeing and Hiking Trails.
  • From Princeton University to Delaware & Raritan State Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Princeton and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Trenton, Edison, New Brunswick and Doylestown.
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Climb for 15 minutes and then play laser tag in a fog and lightshow filled interactive 5,300 square-foot arena
9.4 Miles
67% 3 votes
Bowling 45 Scotch Road, Trenton, NJ 8628 MoreLess Info
A small and inexpensive bowling experience, Curtis Lanes has the amenities that the old school bowling fan needs for a fun time. The lanes are well kept and the balls are good.
9.5 Miles
100% 9 votes
Mini Golf 394 Rt 31 N, Ringoes, NJ 08551 MoreLess Info
Situated on six acres, Pine Creek Miniature Golf features 36 holes of miniature golf split into two separate 18-hole courses. The facility provides a natural environment with flowers, streams, ponds, benches and swans.
9.5 Miles
100% 2 votes
Farms & Ranches 224 Wertsville Road, Ringoes, NJ 08551 MoreLess Info
SonBob Farm breeds, leases, sells, and boards horses. The facility offers riding lessons for riders of all ages and ability levels, and features exercise areas for horses and an experienced and trained staff.
10.2 Miles
60% 5 votes
Bowling 1200 Kuser Road, Trenton, NJ 08619 MoreLess Info
Hamilton Lanes is the traditional bowling experience that seems to be a thing of the past in most areas. Inexpensive and fun, Hamilton Lanes is a great place for a night of bowling or hanging out in the lounge.
10.4 Miles
43% 28 votes
Parks Trenton, NJ MoreLess Info
A relatively small park in Trenton is the Cadwalader Park, which is an open green space for general play. The Ellarslie Mansion is located in the middle of the park and currently serves as a museum that is open to the public for free.
10.4 Miles
29% 41 votes
Monuments Trenton, NJ MoreLess Info
Open throughout the year, the Trenton Battle Monument was created to commemorate the first Battle of Trenton. The most prominent part of the monument and surrounding park is the triumphal column of granite that is 148 feet high.
10.6 Miles
43% 28 votes
Parks Trenton, NJ MoreLess Info
Cadwalader Park was designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, the same planner behind New York's Central Park. A large green space with picnic areas and playgrounds, this 100 acre park also features tennis courts and a gazebo with barbecue grills.
10.7 Miles
60% 10 votes
Recreation Centers 8 Commerce Way #135, Hamilton, NJ MoreLess Info
Pump It Up is an amusement complex that specializes in hosting private birthday parties for kids. It offers a variety of imaginative play options that emphasize creativity and self-expression in play.
10.8 Miles
75% 4 votes
Bridges Trenton, NJ MoreLess Info
Still in operation, Pennsylvania Bridge is a stone bridge that allows traffic to cross the Delaware River. The bridge has a sidewalk area where visitors can take in panoramic views of the river and the surrounding cities.
10.9 Miles
62% 82 votes
Observatories & Planetariums 205 West State Street, Trenton, NJ 08625 MoreLess Info
The New Jersey State Museum is an all-purpose museum that has exhibits that cover art, archaeology, and science in one location. In addition to the collections, the attraction also features a planetarium with frequent shows.
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