New Jersey is rich in visual, performance and culinary arts

Discover the delightful offerings from the Gateway Region to the Delaware River Region to the Greater Atlantic City Region in this 3-day/2-night itinerary.

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New Jersey Arts and Culture at a glance:

  • Explore the Newark Museum of Art
  • Visit the historic Central Railroad Terminal of New Jersey
  • Experience the New Jersey Performing Arts Center
  • Be wowed by the Art on Hulfish
  • Have a blast at Tropicana Atlantic City

Day-to-Day New Jersey Cultural Itinerary

DAY 1 of Cultural Attractions in New Jersey

Arrive in Newark and pay a visit to the Newark Museum of Art (NMOA). Founded in 1909, NMOA is New Jersey’s largest fine art museum and vibrant center for the arts. There are more than 20 galleries of ongoing and current exhibitions and collection areas featuring American Art, Arts of Global Asia, Classical Arts, Decorative Arts and Science.

Built in 1885, The Ballantine House highlights the rich history of Newark’s many communities through contemporary art, historical objects and new interactive experiences. Also on the property is the Alice Ransom Dreyfuss Memorial Garden, which features a variety of trees and foliage and is home to the Old Stone School House and Fire Museum. Groups of 10 or more are welcome and reservations are required. Private guided tours with a variety of themes are available.

Less than 15 minutes from NOMA, check into Element Harrison-Newark, featuring comfortable apartment-style accommodations with an array of smart amenities, including complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, pristine kitchens and relaxing rainfall showers.

Much of the New Jersey story, including culinary, began at the historic Central Railroad Terminal of New Jersey. From the terminal, many immigrants began their journey. Tonight’s dinner is at Adega Grill, a traditional Portuguese experience in the Ironbound Neighborhood of Newark. The menu is seasonal and upholds the tradition of Fine Portuguese/Spanish dining. Six group menus are available for groups of 20 or more.

Tonight, experience the New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC), which, since its first season in 1997, has attracted more than 9 million patrons. Recent performers in this acoustically excellent 2,800-seat Prudential Hall include Aretha Franklin, Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Earth, Wind & Fire and many more. NJPAC prioritizes inclusion by welcoming the most diverse audiences and artists in the country. Groups are certainly appreciated, and a nice array of amenities are available.

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DAY 2 of Culture and Art in New Jersey

Check out of the Element making sure you have your Free Grab n’ Go Breakfast and depart for Princeton. Depending on traffic, expect a 1.5-hour drive. Until Princeton Art Museum’s scheduled reopening in 2025, you can still explore downtown Prince on and begin the morning at Art on Hulfish, the museum’s newest gallery and activity space. Next stop is the museum’s gallery space in downtown Princeton on Nassau Street, Art@Bainbridge. Note that each of these locations are closed between exhibitions. However, The Museum Store is also on Nassau Street and open seven days a week.

Keep up to date with the new museum construction and downtown galleries at artmuseum.princeton.edu/visit. Enjoy lunch on your own at any of the downtown Princeton restaurants. Learn more about the restaurants and shopping at palmersquare.com. After lunch, a short walk to the Morven Museum & Garden is an option. Morven is a National Historic Landmark and was home to one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence and five New Jersey governors.

Today, Morven showcases the rich cultural heritage of the Garden State with regular exhibitions, educational programs and events. Groups can enjoy a docent-led private group tour of the museum or the museum and gardens. Princeton is home to a variety of excellent dining establishments including the Yankee Doodle Tap Room (which can book private room with appetizers for up to 75 and serves American food) and Thai Village, which has outdoor seating and can book a private upstairs for up to 30.

DAY 3 Head to Atlantic City

Depart for Atlantic City as our journey of art and culture continues. Check in at the Tropicana Atlantic City, located on the famed Atlantic City Boardwalk. The property offers first class dining, gaming and entertainment options. Explore the Boardwalk, which may be the most popular boardwalk in America. Home to excellent casinos, top-notch restaurants and pristine beaches, the Boardwalk has something for everyone. Another option is to take a 20-minute drive to a special breakfast at Renault Winery & Resort’s Café La Fleur. Delicious culinary delights are made fresh daily on-site from world-class pastry chefs and baristas. Enjoy the French inspired sweets, treats and more.

Tonight will have a taste of homestyle Southern Italian cuisine at Carmine’s–NYC Legendary Italian Restaurant in Atlantic City. After dinner, groups can enjoy an unforgettable Tropicana Casino experience or shows that promise music, laughs and more.

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