Romantic NJ Weekend Getaways

New Jersey is a state that has many surprises awaiting it's visitors. It is much more beautiful than you might expect.

New Jersey is one incredibly diverse state with incredible destinations for relaxing and treating that special someone to a special weekend.

Frenchtowner.com is here to provide you with a few ideas from South Jersey to the secret destinations in the northern part of the state, in Hunterdon County.

Cape May NJ

Our first recommendation for The Best Romantic Getaway in New Jersey is Cape May. This jewel affixed at the southern tip of our beautiful state, has the charm of a bygone era that romances the senses and the soul. Cape May's marvelous Victorian mansions, inns and cottages are a wonder to behold and they serve to remind us that this was one of America's first resorts. The wide beaches in Cape May are perfect for lounging in the sun or taking slow moonlit walks along the shore. The restaurants of Cape May offer some of the best culinary treats in the state from the traditional Washington Inn to the trendy Ebbitt Room.

It has a calendar full of cultural events like antique shows, jazz and music festivals, arts shows, craft fairs, food and wine festivals, and more. This is in addition to other activities like whale watching, fishing, boating, sunbathing and bird watching at Cape May Point State Park.

Regardless of whether you prefer a contemporary boutique hotel or a Victorian bed and breakfast, Cape May is bound to have just the right environment for your romantic escape. These luxurious accommodations and other inexpensive hotels for lovers on a budget are all located within blocks of the boardwalk, the beach and the fabulous restaurants.

Read more about our experiences in a "Cape May Travel Journal. Also read more on our Best of Cape May Feature.

Lambertville NJ

Our second recommendation for The Best Romantic Getaway in New Jersey is Lambertville. Once a sleepy factory worker's town, it has now become a trendy, funky town with incredible dining, romantic bed and breakfast inns, fine antique stores and distinctive art galleries. Lambertville is located about an hour from Philadelphia and 90 minutes from New York City on the Delaware River in Western NJ, minutes away from New Hope Pennsylvania. Read more about our recommendations in our "Guide to The Best of Lambertville NJ".

Frenchtown NJ

Our third recommendation for The Best Romantic Getaway in New Jersey is Frenchtown. This small town is a secret destination. It is laid back and the perfect place to get away from the big city. It is located on the Delaware River in a valley surrounded by the rolling hills of Hunterdon County. Frenchtown has a boutique hotel, fine dining and ethnic cafes, a romantic bed and breakfast, art galleries and small shops. Read more about our recommendations in our "Guide to Frenchtown New Jersey".

Clinton NJ

Our fourth recommendation for The Best Romantic Getaway in New Jersey is Clinton. This town is featured in the panorama below. Clinton is one incredibly beautiful little town with a small river, a waterfall, an old yellow metal bridge, and two historic mills that now serve as museums right in the heart of town. It is conveniently located right on Interstate 78. Clinton has several national chain hotels and one charming little bed and breakfast inn. Read more about this cultural and historical gem of Hunterdon County in our "Guide to Clinton NJ.