Trenton, NJ

Also known as the Mercer County Waterfront Park, the Arm & Hammer Park is the home stadium of the Trenton Thunder Minor League Baseball team.

It can seat more than 6,000 people, and it offers excellent views of the Delaware River and the neighboring state of Pennsylvania behind right field.

Baseball fans over the age of 55 can join the Senior Diamond Club, which includes a complimentary ticket and discounted tickets for all games, and there are birthday party packages available for children.

During the summer, the stadium also hosts baseball camps that teach kids the basics of playing baseball.

1 Thunder Rd, Trenton, NJ 08611

Constructed to house British troops during the French and Indian War of 1758, the Old Barracks Museum is the last remaining building of its kind in New Jersey. Over the next few decades it was used both as a hospital and to accommodate soldiers, and today, it serves to educate visitors about 18th century life and the history of the area. Guided tours are included in the price of admission, and they're offered at 10am, 12pm, and 2pm. Special tours led by costumed interpreters are also available for groups of all ages.

101 Barrack St, Trenton, NJ 08608, Phone: 609-396-1776

The Trenton Farmers Market has been the best place in town to buy fresh produce since it first began in the early 1900s, and over the years, it has evolved from a few simple farm stands into a comprehensive market that can satisfy almost all your shopping needs. More than 40 different vendors can be found here, including six local farms, and you'll be able to find everything from meat and poultry to handcrafted soap. If you get hungry while you're shopping, there's also a crab shack, a cafe, and several other stands selling delicious breakfast and lunch foods.

960 Spruce St, Trenton, NJ 08648, Phone: 609-695-2998

Established in 1895, the New Jersey State Museum is dedicated to inspiring lifelong learning in art, science, and history. The exhibits cover an incredibly broad range of topics, and the collection boasts more than two million objects, including prehistoric specimens, cultural artifacts from the 17th century to the present day, and pieces of fine artwork. Visitors are welcome to explore the museum on their own, but you can also take a guided tour or participate in one of the many hands-on activities the museum has to offer. There's also a 140-seat planetarium, which presents sky shows on weekends and school holidays.

205 W State St, Trenton, NJ 08608, Phone: 609-292-6464

Attractions for Couples

Dating back to 1792, the New Jersey State House is the second oldest state capitol in the country, and it's one of the only ones that doesn't bear a close resemblance to the US Capitol. The building has undergone expansions and renovations several times throughout the centuries, and in 1999, the dome was restored and covered with 48,000 pieces of gold leaf. Free guided tours of the building are offered Monday through Friday and on every other Saturday; the tours take approximately one hour, and visitors are kindly asked to call and make a reservation in advance.

125 W State St, Trenton, NJ 08608

Housed in a gorgeous Italianate villa from the mid-19th century, The Trenton City Museum at Ellarslie is a small but welcoming museum with an excellent gift shop on the lower floor. The majority of the collection consists of beautiful pottery pieces that were made in the Trenton area during the 18th and 19th centuries, but there are also some beautiful paintings and household objects depicting the area's history. The museum is open Wednesday through Sunday, and admission is free. For a small fee, guided one-hour tours can be arranged for groups of between 5 and 15 adults.

299 Parkside Ave, Trenton, NJ 08606, Phone: 609-989-3632

What to do if you are traveling with kids:

The oldest house in the city, the William Trent House Museum is an imposing brick home that was constructed in 1719 for William Trent, the founder of Trenton. The inside of the house has been converted into a museum full of exhibits that cover various aspects of 18th-century gardening methods and plants that were popular during this time, and visitors are also welcome to explore the beautiful gardens and have a picnic on the grounds. Food and live music events are held occasionally throughout the year.

15 Market St, Trenton, NJ 08611, Phone: 609-989-3027

With seats for more than 10,000 people, the Cure Insurance Arena hosts many of the sporting events, concerts, and other shows that come to Trenton. Tickets for all events can be purchased online, and if you have children, you can enroll in the Kids Club to get discounted tickets and access to VIP experiences. Outside food and drink are not permitted, but there are several food options in the area, including a pizza stand, a cafe, and a Chickie's & Pete's. If you upgrade to one of the arena's luxury executive suites, you can also choose from one of their delicious buffet packages.

81 Hamilton Ave, Trenton, NJ 08611

Proudly affiliated with the New York Yankees, the Trenton Thunder is Trenton's Minor League Baseball team. Arm & Hammer Park has been their home stadium since 1994, and their two mascots are Boomer and Cloudman, both of whom can usually be seen playing games with the crowd during home games. As the team plays at the Double-A level, their season runs between early April and early September. Discounts are offered for game tickets purchased in advance, and if you book a group table in one of the stadium's private picnic areas, you'll have access to a delicious buffet for a full 90 minutes.

1 Thunder Rd, Trenton, NJ 08611, Phone: 609-394-3300

Encompassing almost 100 acres of peaceful green space, Cadwalader Park is the oldest park in the city. There are plenty of beautiful walking trails for visitors to enjoy, including one that runs alongside the Delaware & Raritan Canal, and visitors with children will appreciate the deer paddock and the playground. If you want to have a picnic or simply spend some time relaxing in the park, there's even a picnic pavilion with grills and tables. There are also several points of historical interest to see here, including a Civil War memorial and the Ellarslie Museum.

36 Parkside Ave, Trenton, NJ 08618, Phone: 609-989-3635