10 TOP Things to Do in Central Jersey (2026 Activity Guide)

Princeton University Art Museum featuring religious aspects, art and interior views

Princeton University showing a garden, heritage architecture and a statue or sculpture

Princeton University Art Museum which includes interior views and art as well as an individual male

Princeton University featuring a park, a fountain and street scenes

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Six Flags Great Adventure

Have a fun-filled day at Six Flags Great Adventure and find out why this is a popular theme park in Cream Ridge. You can seek out the adventure tours in this family-friendly area.

Princeton University

Explore the famous Ivy League university that educated numerous prestigious graduates, including Woodrow Wilson, Michelle Obama, John Nash and more.

Rutgers University, Busch Campus

Explore the campus of Rutgers University, Busch Campus, during your trip to Piscataway. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Palmer Square

Find myriad dining and shopping opportunities, along with a packed calendar of special events, in this small square in downtown Princeton.

New Jersey State House

The lively and entertaining tour of this grand government building sheds light on American civic architecture, New Jersey history and democracy’s inner workings.

Bucks County Playhouse

Enjoy a show at Bucks County Playhouse, a theater with a story to tell in New Hope. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Rutgers New Brunswick

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Rutgers New Brunswick, during your trip to New Brunswick. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.

New Jersey Convention and Exposition Center

Learn about the events happening at New Jersey Convention and Exposition Center during your trip to Edison. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

CURE Insurance Arena

Catch an event at CURE Insurance Arena during your trip to Trenton. Attend a sporting event in this quaint area.

Areas of Central Jersey

Princeton featuring interior views, a church or cathedral and heritage elements

Princeton Center

While visiting Princeton Center, you might make a stop by sights like Palmer Square and Princeton Cemetery.

Yardville-Groveville

Though Yardville-Groveville might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Grounds For Sculpture and Regal Independence Plaza.

West Freehold

While visiting West Freehold, you might make a stop by sights like iPlay America and Topgolf Swing Suite.

India Square

India Square might not have many top sights, but Edison Memorial Tower and Thomas Edison Center at Menlo Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

New Brunswick City Center

While visiting New Brunswick City Center, you might make a stop by sights like New Brunswick Performing Arts Center and George St - Monument Square.

West Carteret

While West Carteret might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Carteret Performing Arts and Events Center and Woodbridge Center.