9 New Jersey Small Towns Worth Visiting for a Weekend

Where would you go in New Jersey if you were looking for a weekend getaway to one of the state's small towns? The editors of WorldAtlas have taken away the guesswork, compiling a list of nine New Jersey communities that beckon weekend travelers to visit.

Asbury Park offers nostalgic entertainment at Silverball Retro Arcade, The Stone Pony, and The Asbury Hotel, which features live music, a rooftop movie screen, and a pool.

Cape May is celebrated for its beaches and nature preserves, such as the South Cape May Meadows, as well as historic sites like the Emlen Physick Estate and the Angel of the Sea Inn.

Frenchtown, along the Delaware River, is home to the Delaware & Raritan Canal State Park and ArtYard. The National Hotel offers accommodations in a building that dates to 1833.

Lambertville markets itself as the Antiques Capital of New Jersey, with staples such as the Golden Nugget Antique Flea Market and The People's Store Antiques and Design Center. The Lambertville House offers cozy lodging on Bridge Street.

Ocean Grove stands out for the Great Auditorium, lively dining like The Starving Artist, and The Majestic boutique hotel near the coast.

Princeton emphasizes its cultural institutions, including the Princeton University Art Museum and Morven Museum & Garden. For luxury lodging, guests can stay the night at The Peacock Inn. 

Red Bank is home to performing arts and galleries, including the Count Basie Center for the Arts and the Beacon Fine Arts Gallery. The Molly Pitcher Inn offers an on-site restaurant and piano bar.

Spring Lake offers a relaxed coastal experience with the boardwalk, Driftwood Coffee House, and The Spring Lake Inn, a historic lodging establishment dating back to 1888.

Stockton offers a historic itinerary featuring Prallsville Mills, Odd Bird Brewing, and Woolverton Inn, a property with 14 cottages and guest rooms.