Wander the ivy-covered campus of Princeton University

Being a guest at Princeton rather than a student may be more enjoyable because there is so much to do there besides study. Apart from the upscale stores and delectable crepes, Princeton University, the fourth-oldest college in the nation, continues to be at the center of this neighborhood. The university grounds are accessible to the general public, and we heartily recommend both a stroll and a self-guided tour. Nassau Hall, which played a significant role in the American Revolution, is easy to miss because it is situated just behind the imposing iron gates on Nassau Street. F. Scott Fitzgerald used to lounge around in the dining halls.

Although Albert Einstein was never interested in having a museum of any kind, 112 Mercer Street is still visible from the road. Renowned writers like Saul Bellow, Philip Roth, and Joyce Carol Oates have served as faculty members. Two former presidents attended there as students (James Madison and Woodrow Wilson). But even without all of that, the university is stunning, especially in the fall when the changing hues of the leaves only serve to highlight its majestic grandeur. Any time of year, visit Bent Spoon, a well-known organic ice cream business on campus, and sample some unusual ice cream varieties. To learn more about the city's architecture, famous Princetonians, and other topics, take the Princeton Holiday Trolley Tour if you happen to be in the area in December. Both tourists and locals enjoy the one-hour trolley trip. A variety of discounts at Princeton restaurants and stores are also included with the $25 ticket.

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