Attractions

Discover endless possibilities in New Brunswick, New Jersey. From a popular arts center to exciting sporting events, New Brunswick features a variety of activities - many within walking distance of the hotel.

Enjoy a stroll through downtown New Brunswick with fantastic shopping and dining options, and then meander through an art museum, or catch a performance by one of New Brunswick's renowned theater companies. Sports fans will find no shortage of entertainment. Rutgers athletics combined with professional hockey, basketball and soccer make this an exhilarating sports town.

New Brunswick is also centrally located within close proximity to New York City, Atlantic City and Philadelphia so visitors can also experience exciting day trips.

Downtown New Brunswick

Downtown New Brunswick

Explore all that downtown New Brunswick has to offer. You'll be amazed by the rich culture, shopping, dining and nightlife that surrounds you during your visit to this charming city.

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Art & Culture

Voorhees Zimmerli Art Museum
Located at 71 Hamilton Street on the College Avenue campus of Rutgers University, the Zimmerli Art Museum’s exquisite collections and exhibitions shouldn’t be missed during your visit to New Brunswick.

Alfa Art Gallery
Visit this recently opened gallery to admire a phenomenal collection of artwork.

State Theatre
Visit the State Theatre for an unforgettable night of performing arts.

Crossroads Theatre
Check out the latest show at Crossroads Theatre, an exciting part of New Brunswick’s vibrant theater district.

George Street Playhouse
This world-class theater in downtown New Brunswick showcases award-winning productions.

Liberty Science Center
Explore the Liberty Science Center in Jersey City. It is an innovative learning resource for the study of nature, humanity and technology.

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Historic Sites

New Brunswick Theological Seminary
Founded in 1784, New Brunswick Theological Seminary is the oldest seminary in the United States.

Joyce Kilmer House
The famed poet and war hero Joyce Kilmer was born in this Greek Revival house in 1886 and resided there until 1892.

New Brunswick Fire Department Museum
Arrange a guided tour of this remarkable collection, including memorabilia and artifacts that trace the long and illustrious history of New Brunswick's Bravest – from photographs of fire fighters and fire scenes to authentic antique fire fighting equipment, department logs and medals.

Buccleuch Mansion
Take a tour of this Georgian mansion, constructed in 1739 by Anthony White and his wife, the daughter of New Jersey's Royal Governor Lewis Morris. The Jersey Blue Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution now administers tours and cares for the mansion which was deeded to the city in 1911.

Gardner A. Sage Library
The round-arched design of the original library of the New Brunswick Theological Seminary is of Romanesque, basilica design, with clerestory windows. A boulder on the grounds commemorates the site of a British redoubt during the occupation of New Brunswick.

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Rutgers University

Visit nearby Rutgers University where you'll find engaging attractions and events for visitors of all ages.

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Daytrips

New York City
Just a 45 minute drive from New Brunswick see the Statue of Liberty, relax in Central Park and shop some of the country's finest stores, then take in a Broadway show and feast on exquisite cuisine. The opportunities are endless in the city that never sleeps.

Atlantic City
Less than two hours from New Brunswick, Atlantic City offers casino gaming, fine dining, world-class entertainment and more.

Philadelphia
Philadelphia is approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes drive from New Brunswick. From the historic Liberty Bell and Independence Hall to the Museum of Art, you’ll find a wealth of attractions. No matter your interests – whether indoors or out, cultural or athletic – you are sure to find plenty to keep you going from morning till night.

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