- The list below includes 185 free or cheap things to do in or near Trenton, New Jersey, including 116 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Parks, Music Venue and Military Museums.
- From Pennsylvania Bridge to Cadwalder Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Trenton and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Princeton, Doylestown, New Brunswick and New Hope.
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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.
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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.
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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.
2.4 Miles
Guests can enjoy fresh produce delivered daily from nine local farms at the Trenton Farmers Market. The market also offers a variety of foods from 40 different local businesses including meats, dairy, and fresh baked goods.
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The second-oldest statehouse in America is the New Jersey Statehouse. Guided tours are held hourly throughout the week with occasional Saturday tours which cover the building's history, art, and architecture.
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Operating as a museum since 1939, the William Trent House Museum is now owned and operated by the state of New Jersey. The stately home is available to tour and the city hosts special events on the property throughout the year.
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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.
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The Trenton Visitors Center is a center dedicated to providing information for visitors to the city. The center provides a variety of information, including dining, lodging, entertainment, and sightseeing recommendations.
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Serving as an educational center for both Colonial and American history, the Old Barracks Museum is actually housed in the last remaining structure of its kind. The museum staff conducts daily tours and offers interpretations of American Colonial life.
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A small ballpark used by the AA Trenton Thunder baseball team, Arm & Hammer Park is a great place for a fun family experience. It is inexpensive, beautiful, and has a great in game experience.