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Michigan State University

East Lansing, MI
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Ranked #1 of 15 attractions in East Lansing
Type: Educational Sites
Activities: Running
Owner description: MSU's huge country-like campus offers a lovely setting for running, biking or just hanging out, and also has places to visit, like the Beal Botanical... more » Owner description: MSU's huge country-like campus offers a lovely setting for running, biking or just hanging out, and also has places to visit, like the Beal Botanical Gardens, Sanford Natural Area, the 70,000-capacity Spartan football stadium, an art center, planetarium and, of course, the MSU Dairy Store for ice cream. « less
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PETOSKEY
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82 reviews 82 reviews
39 attraction reviews
Reviews in 27 cities Reviews in 27 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013

From Michigan myself....son just graduated there after only 4 years of attendance!!! Go Spartans!!! Beautiful gardens and campus, museums to see also...

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St. Johns, Michigan
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35 reviews 35 reviews
20 attraction reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013

There is a lot to see and do on MSU campus, but I enjoy going for runs along the river. The old buildings are well kept and lots of sidewalks to enjoy the scenery. Be ready to cover some ground because the campus is huge. Depending on when you visit, parking can be tough. There are a couple city parking... More

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DeWitt, Michigan
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6 attraction reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

The building is amazing; the exhibits change regularly; the staff is very professional. This a "modern" art museum, so be prepared to stretch your concepts of art. The MSU museum is also worth a visit with changing exhibits. While on campus, don't miss the landscape garden on the south side of campus. It is truly a beautiful campus.

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Roanoke, Virginia
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16 reviews 16 reviews
3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2013

MSU is an interesting place. An absolutely enormous campus, enormous student enrollment in a facility that doesn't feel huge. My wife attended MSU and loved her experiences and now our youngest son is attending and just completed his freshman year. Make certain to give yourself plenty of time to just wander and make certain to visit the just completed Eli... More

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Cody, Wyoming
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35 reviews 35 reviews
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18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 20, 2013

Visited school with daughter because she is thinking of going here. Amazing school. Ate in the main dining hall for a complimentary lunch. Amazing food....every type you could think of. Watch your parking meter though....I did get a ticket.

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Lansing MI
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21 reviews 21 reviews
5 attraction reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2013

Great place to visit. The campus has two museums that are worth a visit. During the summer the botanical garden is interesting. If you are hungry visit the Brody cafeteria.

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Cody, Wyoming
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 11, 2013

Great college campus with a lot to offer students. I would suggest signing your prospective student up for A Day at State. Worth the money. Also be sure to stop by the Dairy Store for great ice cream.

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Michigan
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28 reviews 28 reviews
4 attraction reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2013

I earned my degree from MSU. In the years that I was a student there, I enjoyed the gardens and attractions. Now, I take my family there in the summer. We enjoy walking around campus. The gardens are still beautiful. The dairy store is a treat. There is always something going on. Lots of summer programs for the kids (of... More

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Detroit
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22 reviews 22 reviews
8 attraction reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 26, 2013

I am around msu year round for football, basketball, and hockey games or such. Grand river is a great place to grab food. I recommend the peanut barrel which is one of the best places to grab a burger in EL. The campus is very large so ride a bike to get around. It is very beautiful especially in the... More

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East Lansing, Michigan, United States
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9 reviews 9 reviews
6 attraction reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 15, 2013

BEAUTIFUL university with lots to see and do. Great sports venues and always something going on campus. Check out the dairy store when you are there too.

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