State College, Centre County, PA
Places to go in State College
43 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.
Food & Drink
Rothrock Coffee
1736 S Atherton St, State College, PA 16801, USA
Outdoors
Rothrock State Forest
Sprawling state park offering nearly 300 miles of multi-use trails plus camping, fishing & boating.
State College, PA 16801, USA
Food & Drink
Sizzling Bites State College
129 S Pugh St, State College, PA 16801, USA
Food & Drink
Sowers Harvest Café
Peaceful cafe for a wide selection of coffee, naturally healthy cuisine & baked goods.
421 E Beaver Ave G1B, State College, PA 16801, USA
Outdoors
Spring Creek Park
901 Houserville Rd, State College, PA 16801, USA
Sports & Recreation
Stone Valley Recreation Area
Unnamed Road, Petersburg, PA 16669, USA
Outdoors
The Arboretum at Penn State
University-run site with scenic woodlands, fields & botanic gardens plus a crushed limestone trail.
E Park Ave &, Bigler Rd, State College, PA 16803, USA
Food & Drink
The Corner Room
In business since 1926, this venerable venue with a full bar serves diner fare for 3 meals daily.
100 W College Ave, State College, PA 16801, USA
Shopping
The Family Clothesline
Longtime souvenir store with licensed Penn State jerseys & other clothing for men, women & children.
352 E College Ave B, State College, PA 16801, USA
Food & Drink
The Field Burger and Tap
Housemade burgers, craft beers & shakes are featured at this lodge–like spot with golf course views.
1 Country Club Ln, State College, PA 16803, USA
Food & Drink
The Naked Egg Cafe
Bright, cozy cafe featuring espresso drinks, breakfast specialties, sandwiches & salads.
320 Pine Grove Rd, State College, PA 16801, USA
Wellness
The Nittany Lion Shrine
Curtin Road and, N Burrowes Rd, State College, PA 16801, USA
Arts & Culture
The Pennsylvania State University
Flagship campus of large university with 24 campuses statewide & standout student-run philanthropy.
201 Old Main, University Park, PA 16802, USA
Arts & Culture
The State Theatre
Historic theater is now a modern space for music concerts, opera, musicals & plays, dance & film.
130 W College Ave, State College, PA 16801, USA
Food & Drink
The Tavern
Homey, colonial-style eatery with sidewalk seats is an intimate space for seafood, steak & pasta.
220 E College Ave, State College, PA 16801, USA
Outdoors
Tom Tudek Memorial Park
Local park with a playground, basketball & tennis courts, a walking path & a dog-friendly area.
400 Herman Dr, State College, PA 16803, USA
Shopping
Uptown Cheapskate State College
Retailer known for buying & selling secondhand designer apparel & accessories for young adults.
522 E College Ave, State College, PA 16801, USA
Food & Drink
Webster's Bookstore Cafe
Used bookseller & coffeehouse offering espresso drinks, vegetarian dishes & Sunday brunch.
133 E Beaver Ave, State College, PA 16801, USA
Nightlife
Zeno's
Campus-area tavern is a draw for its vast selection of international brews, pub fare & live music.
100 W College Ave, State College, PA 16801, USA