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What’s the best way to get into the holiday spirit and expand your knowledge of The Garden State’s most treasured town? Being chauffeured through the decked out neighborhoods and beautifully festooned streets in a warm trolley while an expert guide regales you with fascinating tales, of course!
Just like Princeton evolves and grows, so do our tours. This year, we’ve completely redesigned our most popular experience with an expanded route that takes you deeper into the trove of Princeton’s historical sites, the lives of its prize-winning residents and the magnificent beauty of its hallowed grounds. Even repeat guests will be wowed and enlightened!
We begin within sight of the ginormous illuminated spruce tree festively decorated in Palmer Square. As we chronicle the events that shaped one of America’s most educated towns (and best Ivy League University), you’ll ride in comfort through the architecturally significant neighborhoods of Paul Robeson, Albert Einstein, Grover Cleveland, Woodrow Wilson, Betsey Stockton, Andrew Carnegie, Robert Wood Johnson, Robert Oppenheimer, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Toni Morrison, Philip Roth, Michael Graves and more. Throughout the journey, our jolly guides highlight points of interest and keep you riveted with tales of noteworthy (and notorious) Princetonians, past and present.
Your tour ends back at Palmer Square where we’re hoping you learned more than you ever thought possible in one hour!
These tours are made possible by Palmer Square.
This 1 hour guided experience requires all participants (including infants) must have a ticket to ensure we adhere to NJ commercial vehicle guidelines.
All customers may show their phone receipts and receive valuable specials from the merchants on Palmer Square!
Private tours available upon request
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