Camden, NJ

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A large white building with a clock tower, surrounded by green grass and benches.
A city skyline with various high-rise buildings, including a Hilton hotel.
A busy city intersection with cars, pedestrians, and historic buildings in the background.
A modern building with a large glass facade and a historic tower in the background.
A cityscape with a prominent church steeple, a large ship docked at a pier, and dense green foliage in the foreground.

Enjoy family-friendly attractions spread out along the rejuvenated waterfront of a city that was praised by the poet Walt Whitman.

Camden is a city on the east banks of the Delaware River in the state of New Jersey. First settled by Europeans in the 1600s, during the 19th century Camden grew to become an important industrial city, shipbuilding port and home of world-famous Campbell’s Soup. Discover a superb waterfront regeneration program and some of the charms that appealed to Walt Whitman.

Much of what you’ll want to see is set in the vicinity of the Camden Waterfront. Start at Benjamin Franklin Bridge, a 1.3-mile-long (2.1-kilometer) suspension bridge that connects the city with Philadelphia.

Stroll south on the esplanade to Wiggins Park & Marina, for major city attractions, free concerts, picnic areas and excellent views of Philadelphia’s Center City skyscrapers. The Adventure Aquarium has hippos, penguins, sharks, stingrays and turtles, among other aquatic animals. From late March to December, Camden Children’s Garden offers horticultural activities and experiences for visitors of all ages.

Continue to the marina and Wiggins Waterfront Riverstage for outdoor live music events. In the summer, the free Sunset Jazz Series welcomes big-name performers such as Maceo Parker. Nearby, the BB&T Pavilion is an open-air concert and performing arts venue in summer and an indoor theater in winter. Step aboard the Battleship New Jersey, a naval ship that served in World War II and the Korean and Vietnam wars.

Downtown Camden is the city’s commercial center. Find historic landmarks, including Camden County City Hall and the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. Learn about the life of Walt Whitman on a guided tour of Walt Whitman House. Sample bourbon, brandy, rum and whiskey on a tour of Cooper River Distillers.

Fly into Philadelphia International Airport. Multiple bridges connect the two cities. Buses and ferries travel between Camden and Philadelphia. A light rail network runs from Camden Waterfront to the cities of Burlington and Trenton.

Where to stay in Camden

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North Camden

While North Camden isn't home to many top sights, Rutgers - Camden Center for the Arts and Delaware River are some notable places to visit nearby.

Gateway

While there might not be top attractions in Gateway, you can explore the larger area and discover places like St. Joseph Polish Catholic Church and Pomona Hall.

Waterfront South

When in Waterfront South, you can plan a visit to Battleship New Jersey and Freedom Mortgage Pavilion, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Hilton Garden Inn Camden Waterfront Philadelphia

Hilton Garden Inn Camden Waterfront Philadelphia

3 out of 5
1 Penn St Camden NJ
$139 nightly
The price is $159 total per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
$159 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Camden. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,327 reviews)
"We had a great stay at the hotel . My only complaint is the fact we had to pay $30 for parking and it wasn't even in a garage .We never stayed where you had to pay to park your car . Our room was great no complaints there. I slept so good . The shower was amazing ! The little gift shop really wasn't ..."

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Camden Waterfront Philadelphia
Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia

4 out of 5
1628 Chestnut St Philadelphia PA
$131 nightly
The price is $152 total per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
$152 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,796 reviews)
"I'm not sure how this place is ranked so highly because it's not very nice. It's not awful either, it's just fine. Good central location, but dated and tired. The bathroom was like a hostel. I was on the top floor so my room had no interior windows. It was quite odd."

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2026

Club Quarters Hotel Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown

Philadelphia Marriott Downtown

4 out of 5
1201 Market St Philadelphia PA
$179 nightly
The price is $208 total per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
$208 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
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4211 Suites

4211 Suites

4.5 out of 5
4211 Chestnut St Philadelphia PA
Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Philadelphia Museum ...
4211 Suites
Philadelphia Suites-Extended Stay

Philadelphia Suites-Extended Stay

4 out of 5
4630 Island Ave Philadelphia PA
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Philadelphia Suites-Extended Stay
Sosuite at The Ovation - Avenue of The Arts

Sosuite at The Ovation - Avenue of The Arts

4 out of 5
701 S Broad St Philadelphia PA
Stay at this aparthotel in Philadelphia. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Rittenhouse Square and Pennsylvania ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (131 reviews)
"Pros: unit very clean, proximity to most of the areas we were exploring, price, size of unit was outstanding Cons: NOISY NOISY NOISY, if your a light sleeper this unit isn’t for you. I sleep like a rock and was woken up multiple times every night. The area this unit is in is a bit sketchy so there ..."

Reviewed on Jul 26, 2026

Sosuite at The Ovation - Avenue of The Arts
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