Your college years are among the best and most adventurous of your life. Most of us are living on our own for the first time, you meet so many cool people, and you are figuring out what you want to do for the rest of your life. All of the freedom is great, but sometimes a girl just needs her parents. Being from out of state, I don’t get to see my sweet mom or dad very often. Luckily, they are able to come visit me from time to time in the rainy city of Eugene. When they first came I was nervous that we wouldn’t have much to do–this is a college town after all. But how wrong I was! Here are my favorite things to do with my parents when they come visit me at school!
Food, food, food
Eating is one of my favorite activities. And since I’m not the best cook, there’s nothing I love more than eating out! A good meal just brings people together. Here is a list of my personal favorite parent approved restaurants:
The Glenwood
1340 Alder
Off The Waffle
2540 Willamette
Lucky Noodle
207 E 5th Ave
The Vintage
839 Lincoln St
Chapala
68 W 29th Ave
Get Outside
If you ask me, nothing is more Eugene than taking a walk in Alton Baker Park. You get everything: trees, crisp fresh air, Autzen, and great, interesting, people along the way. It’s so cool to be in that area on non-game days-the feeling is way more calm and peaceful, perfect for catching up with your parents!
Saturday Market
Going to the saturday market is the quintessential Eugene experience. Grab some fresh vegetables so you can make dinner later, pick up a present for your brother, and cheer on the street musicians.
Show Your Duck Pride
This is probably my favorite thing that I’ve done with my folks here in Eugene. Show your parents around campus! Find your favorite building, your favorite study spot, and end your campus tour at the Duck Store.