Princeton: Wandering Through the Heart of Southwestern Indiana
The capital and the largest city in Gibson County are Princeton, Indiana. The city is home to Indiana's last remaining African American pioneer villages, the largest barn quilt trail. Princeton, IN has a lot more to offer than what meets the eye. From a scenic arboretum and botanical gardens to automotive facility and even dining and shopping options. It is a perfect place for a weekend getaway with the kids or even with your loved one.
Best Time to Visit
Late months of May to September are the best months to visit Princeton, Indiana for warm-weather activities. One of the largest festivals in the county is the Golden Heritage Days Festival, which is celebrated during September annually. If you want to be part of this awesome event or just want to enjoy the lovely place, make sure to book your Princeton, Indiana hotels now.
What to Do & Area Attractions
History comes back to life at the Rogers Clark National Historical Park where you can have a fun and educational day out with the whole family especially with the kids. Make a quick visit to Indiana’s first college, Vincennes University. The Azalea Path Arboretum and Botanical Gardens are also one of the top-rated tourist spots in Princeton, Indiana that has the biggest collections of azaleas in the Midwest. It also features a wide variety of rare plants and native Indiana trees, a waterfall, spring-fed lakes, and several unique sculptures. Hampton Inn Princeton and Fairfield Inn by Marriott Princeton are great places to stay during your visit in Princeton, IN.