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Car hire in Trenton is a gateway to an exciting US state capital famed for its rich history, with numerous attractions to explore around New Jersey and beyond.
Visit the golden-domed State House and fascinating museums, experience a game of baseball in the beloved Arm & Hammer Park – or head to iconic neighbours on a day trip.
The city is situated on the banks of the Delaware River that divides New Jersey from the state of Pennsylvania. This location couldn't be more ideal as a launchpad for your adventure, sitting only 40 minutes or so from Philadelphia and just over an hour from New York City. With so much nearby, the best way to experience it all is to hire a car from Trenton.
We have a number of convenient pick-up points in and around the city. Check out our extensive vehicle range online, choose the perfect car for your trip, and book direct with us in advance.
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Driving in and around Trenton
Trenton forms a fantastic base for exploring the surrounding region, with great road links flowing in and out of the city.
The East Coast highway, Route 1, runs from New York right through Trenton to Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington D.C and beyond. The 206 road network continues from Downtown heading east towards the coast. Follow this driving route to reach the exciting sights of Atlantic City.
It’s fairly easy to navigate around Trenton as most of the inner roads use a simple grid system. This means you can get to the major attractions in an efficient amount of time. This said, as it’s a state capital, it’s best to avoid peak times and plan ahead to make the most of your time in the city.
Parking is straightforward, with a number of large and affordable designated car parks where you can leave your hire car in Trenton. A successful local government initiative also opened up the Liberty Commons Parking Facility for free use for up to an hour for visitors, customers and patrons (check signs and notices for details), offering a great way to explore the independent shops and boutiques in the Downtown neighbourhood.
The driving rules in Trenton follow the same rules as the rest of New Jersey. The maximum speed limit on major freeways is usually 65mph, other ‘shorter’ freeways may be 55mph, and 25mph or 35mph is typical in residential and inner-city areas – though some school zones can be as low as 15mph. The change in restrictions will usually be displayed, so do look out for signs.
As in the rest of the US, driving is on the right side of the road.
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A quick guide to Trenton
Experience an eventful past
Influential in the American Revolution, there’s a lot of history to unearth around New Jersey’s capital. You can head to the foot of the Trenton Battle Monument, which honours the crucial Battle of Trenton in 1776 – at which George Washington himself was present – or visit the Old Barracks Museum in Downtown.
Located inside an old military quarter, the latter explores what life was like during the colonial period, and even gives you the chance to see re-enactments of battles in the courtyard. The authentic stone carvings are a special highlight, as they were inscribed by the soldiers who once lived in the building from 1758.
You’ll naturally be drawn to the New Jersey State House too with its golden, domed roof. Completed in 1792, stroll through the welcome centre and the elegant chambers to see where history was made.
Marvel over the stained-glass windows and the well-preserved frescoes created by renowned artist William Brantley Van Ingen, which depict New Jersey's eventful history. Outside the state house is the impressive World War II Memorial, which pays tribute to all who served during the conflict.
Stroll through the sculpture park
Grounds for Sculpture is an immersive sculpture park that’ll have you exploring the well-maintained, 42-acre woodland in search of captivating art.
There are more than 270 works here from world-renowned artists including contemporary creative J. Seward Johnson, who opened the park in 1992. He is most famous for recreating iconic photos, scenes and paintings in bronze, lifelike statues – and some of these are among the highlights.
The park blooms with more than 2,000 rose bushes and 1,000 trees. Explore to find all sorts of artistic gems hidden among the shrubbery. There are also six indoor galleries to explore too. This can all be found around 15 minutes’ drive from Downtown Trenton in neighbouring Hamilton, with free parking on site.
Marvel over art, history and science
When in the state’s capital, a visit to New Jersey State Museum is a must. With interactive and informative exhibits showcasing more than two million artefacts, this museum is an entertaining day out for the whole family.
Discover fossils in the natural history and archaeology exhibits, see the Civil War Flag Collection and find out more about the ancient traditions of the Delaware Native Americans. Gaze up to the stars in the planetarium and marvel over the large, fine art collection.
The New Jersey State Museum is near to the state house and overlooks the picturesque Delaware River.
Discover all of these fascinating sights and much, much more with car hire in Trenton.