Part of our New Jersey guide.
4 places and guides from our Trenton coverage, gathered into one page.
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6 Best Spots For Photography In Trenton, New Jersey
The New Jersey State House offers grand architectural lines, while the Delaware River waterfront provides calm reflections at sunrise. The State House's golden dome and marble steps frame portraits, and the river's edge catches soft light across the water. The Trenton Makes Bridge, with its iconic sign, works well for urban night shots when the letters glow. Cadwalader Park, designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, gives wooded paths and a pond for nature photography. The New Jersey State Museum next to the planetarium offers interior shots of exhibits and exterior angles against the sky. Mill Hill Park, with its restored Victorian houses and brick walkways, supplies historic street scenes.
5 Romantic Getaways In Trenton, New Jersey
For a couple's escape, the Trenton Marriott Downtown puts you within walking distance of the State House and the Delaware River promenade. The riverfront path runs from the Calhoun Street Bridge south past the Waterfront Park, where benches overlook the water. The Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie Mansion, set in Cadwalader Park, offers small galleries and a garden for quiet afternoons. Dinner at the historic Chambers Walk Cafe on South Warren Street serves American fare in a brick-walled room. For a day trip, the nearby Grounds For Sculpture in Hamilton, a 42-acre sculpture park, provides outdoor art and a pond-side café.
Patriots Theater: A Historic Gem In Trenton
Patriots Theater, located at 15 South Stockton Street, has been entertaining audiences since 1932. The venue seats 1,800 people under a restored Art Deco ceiling with gold leaf details and original chandeliers. It hosts Broadway tours, concerts, and community events throughout the year. The theater is a block from the State House and two blocks from the 10 Iconic Landmarks To See In Trenton, New Jersey walking route. Box office hours are Monday through Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and show tickets range from $25 to $85. The building is a listed historic site, and its lobby displays vintage photographs of past performances.
10 Outdoor Markets To Shop In Trenton, New Jersey
Trenton's outdoor markets run from spring through fall, most on weekends. The Trenton Farmers Market on Spruce Street operates Saturdays 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. from May to October, selling local produce, baked goods, and cut flowers. The Capital City Farmers Market on Lafayette Street runs Wednesdays 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. June through September, with prepared foods and crafts. The Trenton Punk Rock Flea Market, held twice a year at the Cure Insurance Arena, brings vintage clothing, vinyl records, and handmade jewelry. The South Trenton Community Market on Division Street opens Sundays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. July through October, featuring Latino food vendors and fresh tropical fruit. Other regular markets include the Mill Hill Market on East Front Street, the Chambersburg Market on Market Street, and the East Trenton Market on North Clinton Avenue. Each market accepts cash, and several take SNAP benefits.
