
Welcome to Princeton University. We hope your stay is an enjoyable one. Below are some key points for visitors to take note of. If you cannot find what you are looking for, do not hesitate to call the University Operator at (609) 258-3000.
Traveling to Princeton University
Most buildings on campus are not recognized by GPS therefore, the best address to use for a GPS is 70 Washington Road, Princeton NJ 08540.
- General Travel Overview
- Driving Directions
- NJ Transit - train and bus schedules and fares
- NJ 511 - map routes, current traffic and road closures
Parking on Campus
Vehicular access to campus is carefully controlled by patrol officers of the Department of Public Safety at the Nassau Street entrance and Elm Drive entrance. Visitor parking is allowed in designated areas or by special permit only. Visitors may park in Lot 21 (East) and 23 (West). View the parking map for more information.
To obtain parking permission, please call the Office of Transportation and Parking Services at 609-258-3157.
Tiger Transit
Princeton University has a great FREE shuttle service called Tiger Transit. There are many different routes so you may access different parts on (and off) campus. Click here to view routes and the Real Time Tiger Tracker, which shows where the shuttles are at all times.
http://www.princeton.edu/transportation/tigertransit.html
Getting Around Campus
Not sure where to meet your party or group? Please click below to use the University’s interactive map. You can find a particular area by using the find drop box and choose from Buildings, Departments (Academic and Administrative), Organizations, Facilities, Libraries, Colleges, Athletic Fields and Parking Lots). You can also choose your exact location in the drop down and be shown that location on the map.
Princeton Mobile
For maps, dining information, Tiger Transit schedules, and more download Princeton’s FREE app “Princeton Mobile” from any app store. You can also access the site for free at http://m.princeton.edu/home/
Popular meet up places
Frist Campus Center, Nassau Hall, Firestone Library, 200 Elm (Department of Public Safety), the Art Museum and Jadwin Gym. Visitors may park in lot 21(East) or 23(West).
http://etcweb.princeton.edu/pumap/
Orange Key Tours
Interested in taking a tour of our beautiful and historical campus? Check out Princeton University’s Orange Key tours, provided by the Undergraduate Admissions Department. You may also call them at (609) 258-3060 for more information.
Things to do in Princeton
Hungry? Tired? Click here to find listings of local restaurants and hotels.
Feeling adventurous? Click here for local activities.