Princeton Walking Tours

Albert Einstein Walking Tour

Albert Einstein lived in Princeton over 20 years! Albert Einstein's homes (he lived in two places, not just 112 Mercer) - his homelife, his friendships with other genius (Robert Oppenheimer, Kurt Godel, and John von Neumann - they lived in Princeton too) and Einstein's remarkable humanitarian efforts as well! Did you know Einstein's brain was stolen? How did he acquire a police record in Princeton? Where did he buy his shoes? You get it, this isn't Wikipedia info - we cover EVERYTHING Einstein!   More info and upcoming events...

April 1st Fibbers Tour

It's the one time of year we're allowed to fib about good 'ol Princeton! This hilarious tour will make you wonder if you prefer the facts or folklore regarding Princeton University and Princeton Borough.   More info and upcoming events...

Architectural Walking Tours

Spend two hours strolling around Princeton from the gates of Nassau Hall, around iconoclastic Princeton University buildings and down Nassau Street to the Central Historic District to see the many architectural treasures on the west side of town in the Mercer Hill Historic District and back to town by way of the campus. The walk discusses the wonderful personalities that lived in these districts and looks at the different styles of architecture from the 1690s to the 1960s including many National Historic Landmarks: Nassau Hall, the President's House, Morven and the Einstein House. We also walk through the charming Colonial Revival garden at Morven, past "the Barracks" - one of the oldest houses in Princeton - and inside the lovely Trinity Church.   More info and upcoming events...

Cemetery Tour - Princeton Cemetery is the Westminster of the United States!

Listen to the chronological history of Princeton as you see the graves of Princeton University Presidents, Grover Cleveland, Paul Tulane, Aaron Burr Jr., John von Neumann, Kurt Godel, Sylvia Beach, John O'Hara and THAT'S not even the best ones!   More info and upcoming events...

Hollywood Walking Tour

The real Indiana Jones grew up in Princeton? Take this mind blowing tour and learn about ALL the Princeton Greats associated with Hollywood: Beautiful Mind, I.Q., Transformers 2, House ..... the list goes on and on. We'll show you actual locations for sets and favorite hang outs for the actors. Who knows? Maybe we'll bump into Andrew Shue (y'know Billy from Melrose Place ......) He lives in Princeton! Peter Benchley lived in Princeton? Brooke Shields? David D. from the X-files? Jimmy Stewart too? As for Indiana, we'll show you where the internet says he lived but, sadly, that part is all fiction......Hey, who doesn't love a little fiction with their facts? WE DO!   More info and upcoming events...

$10.00 Per Person

Literary Greats Walking Tour

Princeton is responsible for modern literature too? Well, some people would argue that point! See the homes/offices or hangouts to Greats like F. Scott Fitzgerald, Eugene O'Neill, Thornton Wilder, T.S. Eliot, Gertrude Stein! If you are a fan of Toni Morrison, Jeffrey Euginedes, Richard Ford, David Hackett Fischer, Dashiell Hammett, John O'Hare, John McPhee, Cornell West, Paul Muldoon (and his wife!), Ernest Hemingway, Joyce Carol Oates, Edgar Allan Poe, Saul Bellow, Carlos Fuentes, Jacques Maritain, Allen Tate, William Faulkner, Thomas Mann and more....these tours are for you! All tours $20 per person.   More info and upcoming events...

Paul Robeson Walking Tour

This Princeton Townie deserves his own tour! Paul Robeson was a true American Renaissance Man - born to a runaway slave, Robeson became an internationally famous political activist, scholar and talented performer. Find out how this man overcame economic, racial and political discrimination to become one of America's greatest leaders in the human rights movement. If Obama inspires your inner patriot JUST WAIT until you hear about Paul Robeson.   More info and upcoming events...

Princeton Presidents Walking Tour

James Madison, Grover Cleveland, Woodrow Wilson and JFK all lived in Princeton! Aaron Burr, Jr. would return here after gunning down Alexander Hamilton. George Washington fought decisive Revolutionary War battles, and in 1783, the Continental Congress convened here for over four months. Our current first lady, Michelle Obama, graduated cum laude from Princeton University! Come see the homes and hangouts of this eclectic group of American leaders!   More info and upcoming events...

$20.00 For Each Adult

Princeton University Campus Tour and Downtown Walking Tour

Learn about the famous students and residents that help to make Princeton the most treasured Ivy League town in America. You'll see the homes of 3 Signers of the Declaration of Independence, 4 US Presidents, 4 Nobel Prize Winners (not to mention Albert Einstein) and countless millionaires. You'll see all the essential historic, cultural and academic sites. These tours pick up where the campus tours don't have time to go!   More info and upcoming events...

Revolutionary Tours

George Washington leads this walking tour! He shares his insights on the famous Battle of Princeton as well as his tremendous friendship with Annis Boudinot. If customers would like a specific historical personality contact us and we can arrange for anyone, anytime! These tours sell out quickly so reserve early! These tours are a bit more due to re-enactor fees. Please call 609-902-3637 for availability and prices.

Ultimate Insider's Tour

Meet Jay and Lou - longtime Borough residents. These guys remember everything - Brown vs. Board of Education, Einstein, JFK, Vietnam, etc. Reserve your seat to hear the memories from some true Princeton Greats. Insiders pay $5 per person - that's only $2.50 per ear! (Breakfast is not included but be prepared for a fantastic meal and plenty of local flavor!) Reservations required for this popular event! Call or TEXT 609-902-3637 to reserve your spot!   More info and upcoming events...

$5.00 For Each Adult

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