Hamilton travel guide

Hamilton Tourism | Hamilton Guide

You're Going to Love Hamilton

With a population of 12,784, Hamilton is a must-see destination in New Jersey, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Hamilton has to offer.

Where to Eat in Hamilton

If you’re looking for affordable options, Garden 33 (661 Highway 33) and Rats Restaurant - Grounds for Sculpture (16 Fairgrounds Road) are great picks.

When to visit Hamilton

Hamilton in February
Estimated hotel price
$141
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hamilton in February
Estimated hotel price
$141
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Hamilton

Plane

When flying to Hamilton, you’ll arrive at Trenton-Mercer (TTN), which is located 8 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Hamilton departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 44m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Hamilton.

Car

Another option to get to Hamilton is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 52 miles from Hamilton. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hamilton, including Megabus, Bus and FlixBus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Hamilton takes 105 miles and will cost you around $5. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 270 miles. Hamilton’s bus station is located 2 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Hamilton, you’ll arrive at Trenton-Mercer (TTN), which is located 8 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Hamilton departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 44m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Hamilton.

Car

Another option to get to Hamilton is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 52 miles from Hamilton. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Hamilton, including Megabus, Bus and FlixBus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Hamilton takes 105 miles and will cost you around $5. From Washington, D.C., the ticket costs about $9 for a journey of 270 miles. Hamilton’s bus station is located 2 miles from the city center.

Airports near Hamilton

Airlines serving Hamilton

Lufthansa
Good (4,665 reviews)
KLM
Good (852 reviews)
SWISS
Good (942 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,539 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,614 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,306 reviews)
Air France
Good (984 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (484 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,958 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,120 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,469 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,860 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (872 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,177 reviews)
LOT
Good (685 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (827 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Hamilton

Most booked hotels in Hamilton

Courtyard by Marriott Hamilton
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 176 reviews)
$164+
Residence Inn by Marriott Hamilton
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 67 reviews)
$185+
Hilton Garden Inn Princeton Lawrenceville
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 423 reviews)
$161+
Hilton Garden Inn Hamilton
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 185 reviews)
$165+
Hampton Inn & Suites Newtown
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 503 reviews)
$127+
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Ewing Princeton South
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 408 reviews)
$161+

Renting a car in Hamilton

Renting a car in Hamilton costs $80 per day, on average, or $320 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Hamilton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Hamilton is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 54% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Hamilton costs $80 per day, on average, or $320 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Hamilton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Hamilton is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 54% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.