44 Below is an ice cream shop located in the beautiful River Prairie in Altoona, WI. It is attached to 44 North. It's the perfect stop for when you want a quick scoop of something sweet. 44 Below is an approximate 10 minute drive from UW-Eau Claire's campus. Once you're here, explore some of the other great things River Prairie has to offer!

Artisan Forge Studios is home to over 30 different vendors specializing in all different kinds of art forms. Here you'll find a chocolatier, a guitar factory, interior designers, painters, and so many others. The building itself is a piece of art. There are murals on every side of it along with a sculpture garden that surrounds it. You'll easily get your art fix here. Artisan Forge is just a 4 minute drive from campus or a 13 minute walk. Learn More Here.

The Cascade mural is located at the intersection of Farwell St. and Galloway St. in downtown Eau Claire (a 25 minute walk from the UW-Eau Claire campus) right across the street from Ramone's Ice Cream Parlor. A Chicago artist and digital designer, Molly Z, was the creative mastermind behind this beautiful piece of work. Come see this giant mural for yourself and snap a colorful selfie!

The Chippewa Valley Museum is the best place to go if you want to hear the story of how Eau Claire came to be the city it is today. Their interactive exhibits display the Eau Claire story. Visit the museum and get a mini history lesson! The Chippewa Valley Museum is located in Carson Park, approximately a 7 minute drive from the UW-Eau Claire campus. While you're here, feel free to explore more of the beautiful Carson Park! Learn More Here

Court'n House is a long-time favorite restaurant on West Grand Avenue in Eau Claire. This bar and grill is the perfect place for college students to get a taste of classic Midwestern food. Enjoy a delicious, budget-friendly meal, and explore the other gems on West Grand Avenue! Learn More Here

Dooley's Pub has something for just about everyone. For starters, we obviously recommend trying their cheese curds! But, come down here to hang with friends, catch the game you want to watch or all the above! Dooley's is also located on Water St. and is an approximate 15 minute walk from the UW-Eau Claire campus. Learn More Here

For a scenic and easy walk/run/bike, try out the downtown Eau Claire Riverwalk Trail. You'll see how it got its name; the entire trail runs along the the Chippewa River boasting some of the best views of our city. To complete your check-in, start your journey in Phoenix Park. To continue along the trail, cross the Phoenix Park Bridge, head south along the paved trail until you reach Grand Ave. and you see another bridge to your left, the Grand Avenue Bridge. Cross this bridge, turn left to stay on the trail, pass the Pablo Center and reach Haymarket Plaza as your end destination! Phoenix Park is just a 25 minute walk from the UW-Eau Claire campus.

The Eagle's View Challenge Ropes Course offers a series of activities designed for individual and group participation regardless of age, physical limitation, or ability level. On Saturdays throughout the summer individuals and families are welcome to reserve a 2-hour time slot and have fun 30 feet off the ground! (Photo Credit: UWEC Photography)

Did you know that Eau Claire, WI is home to the LARGEST sculpture tour in the nation?! Over 70 sculptures made by both local and international artists line the streets of Eau Claire and make our city a little more artful! Start your tour in Haymarket Plaza to successfully complete your check-in. Then, wander around the city and see how many you can find. We'll help you out though; find a digital map of the tour at the "visit website" link.

First, we owe you an explanation of what ECDC stands for; it's Eau Claire Downtown Coffee! Clever, huh? This cool, modern coffee shop is located on the first floor of the Lismore Hotel in downtown Eau Claire. They not only offer a full menu of different coffee varieties, but they offer drinks like teas and smoothies too along with several food options as well. This coffee joint is an approximate 20 minute walk from the UW-Eau Claire campus. Learn More Here

Hello Adorn is another jewelry store in town that sells handmade jewelry. It's owned by a husband and wife duo who started making jewelry at their dining room table but now own a large headquarters studio in Eau Claire where their makers create their jewelry along with an incredibly impressive flagship store where they sell other goods they love along with their jewelry. Hello Adorn's Flagship store is just an 18 minute walk from campus, so put on your shopping shoes and come peruse through their lovely store.Learn More Here

Hive + Hollow is a flower and gift shop that focuses on nourishing our community, our local farmers and our planet. The owners here know how to make some seriously stunning arrangements. Aside from their flowers, they sell a variety of other goods here that will make for a perfect little gift for yourself or someone else you love! Hive + Hollow is an approximate 27 minute walk from the UW-Eau Claire campus. (This shop is woman-owned!) Learn More Here

Out on the south side of Eau Claire is Kahvi Coffeehouse and Cafe. They serve direct trade coffee that is not only good for our taste buds but good for our environment too. This place was built with Scandinavian roots in mind and their signature drink is the "Fika Mocha". "Fika" in Swedish custom is a break from activity during which people drink coffee, eat cakes, or other light snacks and relax with others. If that sounds like something you need to do, come visit Kahvi! It is an approximate 11 minute drive from campus. Learn More Here

Mogie's is home to some of Eau Claire's greatest pub food, and it's easy on the wallet! They offer a laid-back, casual atmosphere, and to top it off, their cheese curds are utter perfection. They're the perfect size, the perfect crisp, and perfect level of cheesiness. Mogie's is located on Water St., so it's just short 15 minute walk from the UW-Eau Claire campus. Give them a shot the next time you're craving curds! Learn More Here

This stop is going to require a little bit of climbing! Mt. Simon in Eau Claire gives you a treetop view of our beautiful city. Hit the trails, climb to the top, and snap a photo of your feat! The trail is accessed via Snelling St. Type in "Peak of Mt. Simon" into your Google Maps, and you should get there no problem! It's an approximate 10 minute drive from the UW-Eau Claire campus.

Did you know that Olson's has the only locally made ice cream in the Chippewa Valley?! This family business has been around since 1944! They have developed over 250 recipes (and counting!) of creamy, delicious ice cream. Their Eau Claire location is located on the first floor of Haymarket Landing. It is an approximate 22 minute walk from the UW-Eau Claire campus. Learn more here.

Ramone's is the cutest little ice cream shop located in downtown Eau Claire. They have a flavor for everyone: gluten-free, non-dairy, nut-free, no sugar added and vegan options are available! They have over 24 flavors available so, come enjoy a scoop of something scrumptious! Ramone's is an approximate 25 minute walk from the UW-Eau Claire campus. Learn more here.

This bridge gets its name from its shape! The S Bridge is located across the street from the historic Banbury Place on Galloway St. in downtown Eau Claire. It can be accessed by driving north on Dewey St., and turning right on Gibson St. This unique bridge crosses the Eau Claire River and offers some of the coolest views year-round. It's an approximate 30 minute walk from campus.

Have you ever been to a coffee shop that's also a full-service bicycle repair shop? This is what makes SHIFT super cool. You can get a ridiculously good cup of coffee here along with some bike repair action. Don't even get us started with how good their waffles are. This is a great place to catch up with friends, catch up on homework, or to just catch up on some rest when you need to slow down a bit. SHIFT is just a 15 minute walk from campus. Learn more here.

Silly Serrano is a family-owned Mexican restaurant that serves authentic Mexican cuisine. Their executive chef was born in Mexico and has over 20 years of culinary experience. Silly Serrano is the perfect spot for lunch, dinner, or even breakfast! Their menu has a wide variety of Mexican cuisine and they also are a café! You definitely can't go wrong with this place. It's an approximate 5 minute drive from the UW-Eau Claire campus. Learn more here.

Stop by the turf field and outdoor track located behind McPhee and along Clairemont Avenue. Just west is the track and field hammer toss and discus throwing areas, a shot-put pad and a javelin runway. Around the field is a 9-element vita course along a nice, wooded trail - a great place for a mid-day walk or workout. (Photo Credit: UWEC Photography)

Come shop at what is both a local shop and an art gallery! Tangled Up In Hue showcases the work of over 150 artists and crafters. They sell items like handmade jewelry, ceramic works, prints, and SO much more. This is a great place to come if you want a souvenir that represents Eau Claire, WI well! Tangled Up In Hue is an approximate 16 minute walk from the UW-Eau Claire campus. (This shop is woman-owned!) Learn more here.

If you like your cheese curds large, in cube form, and super cheesy, you'll want to try The District Pub & Grill. It's located in downtown Eau Claire within walking distance of the UW-Eau Claire campus (approx. 20 minutes). Come for their curds, but stay for their delicious menu and fun ambiance. Learn more here.

The Goat Coffee House is definitely a hot spot for UW-Eau Claire students. While their best features include their cozy space, warm coffee, and delightful treats, another one of their perks is their proximity to campus. "The Goat" (as locals typically refer to it) is located on Water St. making it just a 13 minute walk from the UW-Eau Claire campus.

Fun Fact: The Livery used to be a horse stable! That's the last thing you'd think after walking into this gorgeous restaurant. The Livery offers an incredible fish fry on Friday's that we recommend to every visitor during their first time in Eau Claire. This restaurant is located in downtown Eau Claire and is an approximate 25 minute walk from the UW-Eau Claire campus. Learn more here.

The Nostalgic Bean serves only the best. Their authentic, French bakery goods are all made from scratch, in-house. The pastries here are to die for. They offer macarons, tarts, madeleines, and so many other familiar French delicacies. This place is guaranteed to wow your senses. Did we mention the building itself makes you feel like you're dining in a cute, little French café?! Nostalgic Bean is a 10 minute drive from the UW-Eau Claire campus. Learn more here.

When you're looking for a breakfast for champions, go to The Nucleus. It's located on Water St. and is just a 15 minute walk from campus. This place is VERY popular with students and locals making it incredibly busy during the mornings. Their menu has a lot to offer, including vegetarian and vegan options. We're just going to say one more thing: their lemon ricotta pancakes... game changer!

Token Jewelry makes all of their necklaces, earrings, bracelets, rings, and other forms of jewelry from start to finish in their shop right on Grand Avenue in downtown Eau Claire. This is the place to get the accessories you've had on your wishlist. Visit their beautiful retail store and browse their collection. Token is just a 20 minute walk from campus. (This shop is woman-owned!) Learn more here.

Take a walk on the infamous bridge that connects both sides of campus and crosses the beautiful Chippewa River. The footbridge was featured on David Letterman's Top 10 List for Coldest Places in the USA! In the winter you can experience the runny nose, watery eyes, chapped lips, and red cheeks that made this bridge famous for “Bridge Face.” Share your all-season Bridge Face at #BridgeFace. (Photo Credit: UWEC Photography)