Even though New Jersey is the most densely populated state, it’s easy to find small, charming towns where you can unwind and get some fresh air. One of our favorite towns in New Jersey is right on the Delaware River and in the middle of the Hunterdon Plateau. Enjoy the best little river town in New Jersey when you spend time in Frenchtown! You’ll enjoy the scenery, shopping, and cuisine.
Frenchtown is a delightful community that many consider to be one of New Jersey’s best-kept secrets.
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It’s located right on the river, and the town’s most recognized landmark is the bridge that connects New Jersey and Pennsylvania. You can drive or walk across it!
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Downtown Frenchtown is known for its shopping. Boutiques line Bridge Street and the side streets are full of fun places to shop, too!
Flickr / Vilsekogen Frenchtown is such a great place to browse and buy. In fact, it was named the Best Small Town For Shopping In The Country for 2022!
Whether you’re looking for gifts, antiques, new and used books, or a stylish outfit, you’ll find a shop here that’s sure to make your day.
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Along with fun shops, Frenchtown is also home to a slew of restaurants, cafes, and taverns. So, come here to shop and then unwind a bit with a great meal!
Flickr / Jazz Guy Some of our favorite cafes in town include Early Bird Espresso, the aptly named Frenchtown Cafe and the Bridge Cafe. If you’re looking for Tavern fare, travel a short distance from downtown to dine at Tavern 519 or Artie’s Bar and Grill, where you’ll often find live music. Other notable restaurants in town include Cocina Del Sol and the farm-to-table Lovin’ Oven.
If you’re looking to spend some time wandering, be sure to check out the historic Frenchtown Train Station.
Flickr / Jazz Guy The town is also the northern terminus of the Delaware and Raritan Canal Towpath Trail, so you can walk or bike for miles along the towpath and river starting just before the bridge.
The town hosts events year-round, typically on weekends. Antique fairs, festivals, and art shows are common, and you never quite know what you’ll find going on!
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The Frenchtown Business & Professionals Association is a great resource for all things about this charming river town in New Jersey, so head on over to their website to see what’s happening.
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Frenchtown is such a great place to browse and buy. In fact, it was named the Best Small Town For Shopping In The Country for 2022!
Flickr / Jazz Guy
Some of our favorite cafes in town include Early Bird Espresso, the aptly named Frenchtown Cafe and the Bridge Cafe. If you’re looking for Tavern fare, travel a short distance from downtown to dine at Tavern 519 or Artie’s Bar and Grill, where you’ll often find live music. Other notable restaurants in town include Cocina Del Sol and the farm-to-table Lovin’ Oven.
The town is also the northern terminus of the Delaware and Raritan Canal Towpath Trail, so you can walk or bike for miles along the towpath and river starting just before the bridge.
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Address: Frenchtown, NJ 08825, USA
