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BurlingtonBurlington, New Jersey
Half a day: walk the historic district, see the Revell House and St. Mary's, then move on. One night if you want a quiet Delaware River evening.
Burlington is a small city on the Delaware River with a compact historic core, a handful of 17th–18th-century buildings and a light-rail link to Trenton and Camden. It works as a short stop on a South Jersey itinerary, not a base.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct
- avoid Jul–Aug (humid), Dec–Feb (cold, some businesses close early)
- Airports
- PHL · TTN
- Nights
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Burlington911 ▾
- Police911
- Fire and ambulance911
- Burlington City Police (non-emergency)609-386-0262
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Burlington, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyBurlington is generally safe.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police · 911 fire and ambulance · 609-386-0262 Burlington City Police (non-emergency)
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportPHL Philadelphia International (About 40 min by car; no direct transit — drive or taxi.).
- Getting aroundWalk the historic core (High, Wood, Broad streets).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee$2–4
- Sit-down mealDinner entrée$15–30
- Street or quick mealLunch sandwich$8–14
- Budget bedMotel room (nearby, e.g. Route 130), a night, per roomUS$80
- Mid-range bedB&B double room (The Lily Inn), a night, per roomUS$150
- High-end bedB&B double room (The Lily Inn), a night, per roomUS$200
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$60 · Mid US$120 · High US$200
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- PHL Philadelphia International (About 40 min by car; no direct transit — drive or taxi.) · TTN Trenton-Mercer (About 20 min by car; small airport, limited flights.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Feb
Avoid
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Mar
not flagged
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Apr
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
May
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Jun
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Jul
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Aug
Avoid
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Sep
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Oct
Best
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Nov
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Dec
Avoid
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Best: Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Avoid: Jul–Aug, Dec–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)), coolest Jan (−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C) low), wettest May (12 rain days), driest Sep (8). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Burlington: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C)
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Feb
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
9 rd
Mar
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
11 rd
Apr
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
11 rd
May
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
12 rd
Jun
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
11 rd
Jul
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
10 rd
Aug
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
9 rd
Sep
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
8 rd
Oct
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
8 rd
Nov
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
9 rd
Dec
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
10 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Walk the historic core (High, Wood, Broad streets). River Line light rail connects Burlington Towne Centre and Burlington South stations to Trenton and Camden. No ride-share guarantee outside peak hours.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: 30 min
River Line north, about 15 min
Historic town with antique shops and a riverfront park.
Medford, New Jersey
goDoor to door: 30 min
Car, about 20 min east via CR-541
Outdoor recreation and a small historic village.
Philadelphia
goDoor to door: About 1 h
River Line to Camden, then PATCO or walk over the Ben Franklin Bridge
Full day; museums, food, Independence Hall.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Historic district (High St / Wood St)
Walkable to the river and the two main sights; the Lily Inn is here.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $60–90 excl. bed
- Mid
- $90–150 excl. bed
- High
- $150+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| B&B double room (The Lily Inn)1 × 1 night × US$150 | US$150 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$120 | US$240 |
| River Line one-way fare2 × US$2 · check | US$3 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$39 |
| Trip total≈ US$216 per person per day, bed included | US$432 |
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Prices of common things
| Coffee | $2–4 |
| Lunch sandwich | $8–14 |
| Dinner entrée | $15–30 |
| River Line one-waycheck | $1.60 |
| Taxi from Burlington to Philadelphia airportcheck | $60–80 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- River Line runs every 30 min on weekends; check the schedule before heading to the station.
- Most shops and restaurants close by 21:00; plan dinner early.Most shops and restaurants close by 9:00 PM; plan dinner early.
- Parking is free on-street in the historic district but read signs for street-cleaning days.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 911
- Fire and ambulance
- 911
- Burlington City Police (non-emergency)
- 609-386-0262
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- Police911
- Fire and ambulance911
- Burlington City Police (non-emergency)609-386-0262
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- River Line Burlington → Trenton: about $1.60, about 25 min (check)
- River Line Burlington → Camden: about $1.60, about 30 min (check)
- Taxi Burlington → Philadelphia airport: $60–80 (check)
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- Hello — Hello
- Thank you — Thank you
- How much? — How much?
- Where is the station? — Where is the station?
English is universal; no phrase book needed.
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
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This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Burlington. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct · avoid Jul–Aug (humid), Dec–Feb (cold, some businesses close early) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
Sources
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