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Princeton is a picturesque town located in Mercer County rich is history and culture. Perhaps mostly known for the prestigious Princeton University Campus. This is a student town filled with restaurants and bars but also museums and performing arts institutions such as McCarter Theatre Center. Another attraction is Princeton Battlefield – a place where General Washington fought one of the nation’s key battles during “The Ten Crucial Days.”

Touring historic Princeton is a truly unique experience. This tour takes you on foot around the beautiful Princeton Campus to explore the rich history and take you to all the must-see attractions. You will learn the chronological history of the prestigious Princeton University; from its humble beginnings to how it became the wealthiest student body in the history of American education as well as one of the most diverse Ivy League Schools. You will see sites such as Nassau Hall, Princeton Chapel, Prospect Garden, Blair Hall and Rockefeller College. After the campus walk the journey expands into the neighborhoods of Albert Einstein, F Scott Fitzgerald, TS Eliot, Robert Wood Johnson, William Bristol, two United States Presidents, four Secretary of States, three Secretaries of Defense, one vice President as well as the homes of JP Morgan, Rockefeller and Andrew Carnegie.

From here you will head to Princeton Battlefield for a self-guided visit. The Battle of Princeton took place in January of 1777. It is remembered as a short but fierce battle resulting in a win for General Washington and his men boosting American morale during this critical war time. The Battlefield is today a preserved site spanning over 681 acres with walking trails, monuments and the Clark House Museum.

Tours by park ranger or by docent could be added based on availability.

Tour Type: Private Guide
Duration: 4 hours (2 guided tour approximately + 1-2 hours self-guided)
Mode: Walking & Driving (Vehicle powered by A-1 Limousines)
Distance: Approx. 3 miles for guided tour – can be slightly customized

Monmouth Battlefield is a key site in American Revolutionary War history that should not be missed. In June 1778, one of the longest battles of the Revolutionary War was fought here among the beautiful fields and forests. Today, the land is a preserved state park that welcomes visitors year-round. It features miles of hiking and horse-riding trails, picnic areas, a visitors’ center, and a restored Revolutionary War farmhouse.

You will tour the battlefield with a specialized guide to get a sense of the land and teach you about the events that took place here nearly 250 years ago. The tour includes visits to landmarks and significant points on the battlefield, as well as a colonial church and the old courthouse. A visit to the museum and the gift shop is also part of the experience.

There are options to tailor the tour to special interests, such as the story of Molly Pitcher—her actions during the Battle of Monmouth and her role as a symbol of female courage during the American Revolution. Alternatively, you can learn more about General George Washington’s role as a field commander.

Touring the battlefield is a great way of immersing yourself in history and to understand the events that took place that helped shape our nation.

Tour Type: Private Guide
Duration: 3 Hours
Mode: Walking and By Vehicle (powered by A-1 Limousine)

Princeton is a picturesque town full of culture and significant revolutionary history. Princeton is perhaps best known for its prestigious university campus. It is a vibrant student town brimming with restaurants, bars, museums, and performing arts institutions. Additionally, Princeton is home to the historic Princeton Battlefield, where General George Washington fought one of the key battles during the pivotal “Ten Crucial Days.”

Touring historic Princeton is both educational and a great day out. This exclusive experience allows dig deep in the fascination revolutionary history of the area – all with the guidance of a specialized historian.

On this tour, you’ll delve into the history of the Battle of Princeton, fought in January 1777. This brief but intense battle played a crucial role in helping the Continental Army achieve their ultimate quest for independence and freedom. You’ll also visit the Quaker Meeting House near Princeton Battlefield State Park, where you’ll learn about its history and significance. This tour offers a unique opportunity to discover Colonial Princeton, exploring what life might have been like and the significant events that took place in the immediate vicinity.

Visit to Morven Museum & Garden can be added at additional cost.

Tour Type: Private Guide
Duration: 2 Hours
Mode: By Vehicle (powered by A-1 Limousine)

Central New Jersey, particularly the Trenton and Princeton areas, is home to some of our nation’s most fascinating events in revolutionary history, featuring the site of Washington’s iconic crossing of the Delaware, numerous battleground sites, landmarks, and museums.

In the comfort of a private vehicle, traverse the sites from George Washington’s famous crossing of the Delaware River, December 25th, 1776, through the battles of Trenton and finally, the Battle of Princeton, January 3, 1777. Your historical interpreters will explain the American, British, and Hessian military actions in the villages and surrounding farmland. This tour is the remarkable story of these “Ten Crucial Days” that infused new life into the American quest for independence at a time when all hope for “The Cause” seemed lost.

You will hear about people of diverse backgrounds, with varying religious practices – Quaker, Presbyterian, and Anglican – and with complex views on loyalty to the Revolution or the King. Hear how the terrain, weaponry, and weather influenced how the battles were fought and how they disrupted the lives of the local citizenry. See where armies marched, fought, and struggled to survive on an otherwise peaceful landscape while the course of human history hung in the balance.

Tour Type: Private Guide
Duration: 3 Hours
Mode: By Vehicle (powered by A-1 Limousine)