Guidebook for State College
Food Scene
A State College institution - just a 10 minute walk down the hill! Get there early, or be prepared to wait.
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The Original Waffle Shop North
1229 N Atherton StA State College institution - just a 10 minute walk down the hill! Get there early, or be prepared to wait.
Over a dozen TVs broadcasting just about every college football game. Fantastic beer selection and delicious wings!
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Champs Sports Grill
1611 N Atherton StOver a dozen TVs broadcasting just about every college football game. Fantastic beer selection and delicious wings!
Great Greek food just down the street! Pop in for a table, or call for quick pick-up!
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The Greek
102 Clinton AveGreat Greek food just down the street! Pop in for a table, or call for quick pick-up!
Bagel Crust Cafe Northland Center
279 Northland CenterThe best bagels in town!
Otto's Pub and Brewery
2235 N Atherton StGreat local food and beer. One of our favorites!
Hi-Way Pizza Pub
1688 N Atherton StGreat pizza, close by! Order ahead for pick-up.
No visit to State College is complete without a trip to the Creamery at Penn State! Pro-tip: skip the scoop line by picking up a half-gallon (or two). Traveling? They'll pack your order in dry ice!
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Penn State Berkey Creamery
No visit to State College is complete without a trip to the Creamery at Penn State! Pro-tip: skip the scoop line by picking up a half-gallon (or two). Traveling? They'll pack your order in dry ice!
Essentials
GIANT Food Stores
2222 E College AveTrader Joe's
243 Patriot LnWegmans
345 Colonnade BlvdParks & Nature
Suburban Park
101 Suburban AveLiterally in our backyard! 10 acre park links up to campus bike path.
If you're looking for a beautiful and accessible path to walk or run, this is it! Walking and biking path links up with McKee St for easy access to campus. For a nice 2.5 mi loop, take Aaron Dr to Rocky Top Ln, a gravel road that takes you through Penn State Ag fields. Make a right at the bottom of the hill to link up with the Bellefonte Central Rail Trail, which will take you Clinton Ave. Take Curtin St back up to Aaron.
Bellefonte Central Rail Trail
Bellefonte Central Rail TrailIf you're looking for a beautiful and accessible path to walk or run, this is it! Walking and biking path links up with McKee St for easy access to campus. For a nice 2.5 mi loop, take Aaron Dr to Rocky Top Ln, a gravel road that takes you through Penn State Ag fields. Make a right at the bottom of the hill to link up with the Bellefonte Central Rail Trail, which will take you Clinton Ave. Take Curtin St back up to Aaron.
Popular area on campus with beautiful gardens and botanical displays.
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The Arboretum at Penn State
Bigler RoadPopular area on campus with beautiful gardens and botanical displays.
Accessible hiking in gorgeous Rothrock State Forest! Just minutes from State College. Feel free to borrow the Purple Lizard trail map if you head out!
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Shingletown Gap
Mountain RoadAccessible hiking in gorgeous Rothrock State Forest! Just minutes from State College. Feel free to borrow the Purple Lizard trail map if you head out!
Drinks & Nightlife
Zeno's Pub
100 W College AveUnderstated basement bar with great selection of local brews.