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Princeton University

Princeton University, Princeton, NJ 08544
609-258-3788
Ranked #2 of 8 attractions in Princeton
4.5 of 5 stars 79 Reviews
Type: Educational Sites
Description: The ivy league campus is ideal for a stroll, where some interesting buildings may be visited.
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London, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 27, 2012 NEW

It all looks old but isn't. Particularly the copy of Trinity College, Cambridge. Uni shop is great.I was able to buy a waterproof parka in the university colours. Alas, they are orange and black, so I looked like a Hallowe'en pumpkin! More

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new delhi
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2012 NEW

surroundings, eating, university all in all great place. I just love it here. It is such a university feeling. With happening bars and quaint shopping areas if in nj and have time must visit and specially have ice cream More

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USA
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 20, 2012

If you are looking for Ivy League ambiance and a setting for all your coed fantasies, Princeton cannot be beat. Gorgeous architecture, old trees, romantic paths, expanse of greens, sculpture, great athletic facilities. It is all Wow, wow and more wow. More

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Jefferson, Georgia
2 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012

Such peace and beauty! The buildings on the campus and in the town are breathtakingly beautiful. Be prepared to walk a great deal and that's a good thing because by walking you get to stop and digest the peace and tranquility of the history that's so obvious. More

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Princeton, New Jersey
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2012

One of my favorite past times is to walk the campus on a summer Sunday and take in the gorgeous architecture, the activity on campus and stick my feet in the fountain on Washington Rd...nothing better! More

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Kitchener, Ontario, Canada
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2012

We had the opportunity to attend Princeton's incredible orchestra's final performance of the year, hear an outstanding a capella group, walk through the campus, shop on Nassau street, do the Orange Key tour (excellent guide!), eat at the Frist Centre, and hear a number of addresses by faculty. What a breathtaking place! More

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Lindon, Utah
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2012

Take the Orange Key tour, hosted by student guides, to see all the highlights of the Princeton campus, and just to orient yourself before exploring on your own. Be sure to see the interior of the "chapel," library, and Old Nassau. Nassau Street has shops and restaurants of all types. The art museum is a definite plus. You can grab... More

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9 reviews 9 reviews
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7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2012

Impossible to fin food on campus that is edible. Facilities are dirty. More

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Staten Island, New York
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47 reviews 47 reviews
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19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 25, 2012

Just to walk around the campus and the town is great. Lots of history in the area. The buildings are old world, the local restaurants are great. More

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Somerset
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 22, 2012

The story telling of the history of the University and surrounding area. Told in the manner of an old southern story teller. More

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