Tourist Information
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Come say, “hello” to Princeton sometime. Princeton will
most certainly say “hello” right back. This is the kind of
place where everybody knows just about everybody else
and visitors feel like they might have lived here in a past
life. Whether you’re visiting for a day, a week or a lifetime,
Princeton welcomes you. But, Princeton is much more than
just friendly; we’ve got a fl are for the arts, an interesting
and quirky history dating back to 1831, year-round festivals,
events, nature trails, parks and a unique main street
that will surely offer fun, affordable shopping treasures.
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"I absolutely
guarantee, you will find Princeton as hard to leave as it is easy to visit. This is a one-of-a-kind place to visit or stay for a lifetime. Come see us sometime and see for yourself!" |
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| Life in Princeton |
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Relax and enjoy! Spend time in a cozy downtown
with a book or a newspaper and a cup of
hot coffee. Do a little exploring. Find out why
Bureau County was ranked the 5th best place to
live in the Midwest and the 21st best rural county
to live in the whole United States.* You might
end up wanting to do more than just visit! Get
off the highway where the four Flags of Freedom
wave and feel your life slow down and ease up
just a notch - and your troubles lift right off your
shoulders. Lest you think life is too slow here,
don’t worry; we have many high speed wireless
hotspots for those who need to stay connected!
Located in the heart of Bureau County, Princeton
is as easy to reach as it is easy to enjoy. From
points North, South, East and West, Princeton
lies near major interstate thoroughfares and is an
easy drive from Peoria, the Quad Cities, Rockford,
Chicago and many smaller communities. Amtrak
makes several stops in Princeton’s faithfully
restored depot throughout the day and is a
designated stop on the Carl Sandburg train. Taxi
service is available and rental car accommodations
can be made in advance of your arrival. Nearby
motels and B&Bs await!
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