BUCKNELL
RECOMMENDATIONS BY 
Molly Dubson, Staples 2025
Bucknell was one of my top college choices as a senior,and today it still remains one of my favorite schools I saw. Bucknell is a small liberal arts school that has recently become extremely popular among high school seniors applying to college. It stuck out to me because in spite of its small size, it offers a wide variety of majors and minors, sports, clubs, and more! The vibes of the campus are incredible and the students who go there are some of the nicest and most outgoing I've met-- and they have serious school spirit! I will never forget how my Bucknell tour guide was a triple major, a rower, and, if that wasn't enough, a tour guide. My dad and I were utterly flabbergasted at that! Beyond the school itself, Bucknell is situated in the perfect college town-- Lewisburg PA. Lewisburg is filled with adorable shops, restaurants, cafes, and my favorite: Sweet Frog. Follow the list below to find the best spots while visiting Bucknell!"
WHERE TO STAY
PHOTO CREDIT: THE INN AT LEWISBURG
THE INN AT LEWISBURG
2.1 miles to campus
7701 West Branch Highway, Lewisburg, PA
Indoor pool, free parking, breakfast included, service animals allowed, restaurants on site.
HAMPTON INN LEWISBURG
2.4 miles to campus
140 International Dr, Lewisburg, PA
Includes free breakfast, free parking, an indoor pool and fitness center, and pet friendly rooms.
FAIRFIELD INN AND SUITES BY MARRIOTT
0.8 miles to campus
70 Hardwood Drive, Lewisburg, PA
Breakfast included, indoor pool, restaurant in the hotel, bar and lounge.”
WHAT TO DO
PHOTO CREDIT: DOWNTOWN LEWISBURG
-
Visit the Lewisburg Farmer's Market (Wednesdays 8-3) The Lewisburg Farmer's market is a great place to visit if you're at Bucknell on a Wednesday. They always have tons of fresh produce and numerous different vendors to explore.
-
Take a walk in downtown Lewisburg. There are plenty of adorable shops in Lewisburg, and it truly is the perfect college town to just walk around and shop!
-
Explore the Street of Shops. The Street of Shops is an indoor shopping village in Lewisburg that has various vendors selling jewelry, home decor, art and other gifts perfect to bring home from your visit to Bucknell!
-
Check out the campus theater. The campus theater always has something playing, and is one of the few Art Deco movie theaters still operating. It plays all different types of films and features occasional special events as well. Make sure to check online to see what is playing when you visit Bucknell!"
WHERE TO SHOP
PHOTO CREDIT: LEWISBURG SHOPS
-
Barnes & Noble. The bookstore is always a great stop as its right in the middle of town! Make sure to stop there to get all of your Bucknell merch, and a good book before you leave Lewisburg.
-
Market Street. A cute street in downtown Lewisburg, Market Street has great shops and cafes!
-
The Mercantile. The Mercantile is the perfect place to get gifts or just look around for yourself. They always have a great selection of skincare, accessories, apparel, or Lewisburg themed items. They even have a Bucknell section!
-
Dwellings Boutique. Dwellings is a womens clothing store and such a fun place to shop in downtown Lewisburg. They have fashionable clothing, trendy permanent bracelets and Lewisburg souvenirs to bring home to the family! "
WHERE TO EAT
PHOTO CREDIT: BULL RUN TAP HOUSE
BULL RUN TAP HOUSE
American cuisine
605 Market St, Lewisburg, PA
The food here is excellent! There isn't anything on the menu that I wouldn't recommend, and everything is reasonably priced as well. I highly suggest ordering their appetizers-- they are great!"
PARIS BAKERY AND CAFE
Cafe
335 Market St, Lewisburg, PA 17837
This cafe has amazingly fresh baked goods with tons of different pastries, breads, coffees and cakes. It is truly a must visit when touring Bucknell.
GRAM’S EATERY
21 N 3rd St, Lewisburg, PA
Gram's eatery has a super cool selection of different foods varying from Canadian poutine to avocado toast and so much more! All of their brunch food is excellent and I would highly recommend stopping to grab a bite there in the morning."
SWEET FROG
Fro-Yo
330 Market St, Lewisburg, PA
Sweet Frog was a Westport staple until it moved out of the Fresh Market plaza. Because of this, seeing a Sweet Frog while touring a college made the entire experience 1000% better! This fro-yo spot will always be a favorite and has so many flavors and toppings that you can do yourself. Plus-- its just a walk (or short drive) away from campus."
