Mount Holly is the county seat of Burlington County and one of South Jersey’s historic town centers. Its downtown contains historic architecture, government buildings, restaurants, shops, and residential streets reflecting the community’s long role as a regional center.

High Street serves as a principal downtown corridor, while the Burlington County Prison Museum and other historic sites highlight the town’s past. Nearby parks and natural areas provide recreation, and Routes 38 and 541 connect Mount Holly with Mount Laurel, Moorestown, and communities throughout Burlington County. The New Jersey Turnpike and Route 295 are also accessible nearby.