Beautiful College Towns

Love that buzzing mix of youthful energy, creative culture, and small-town charm? So do I—and after years of chasing campus life across the country, I’ve found that these college towns always deliver. Whether you're in it for the coffee, the concerts, or just the vibe, you'll find plenty to explore.

Highlights I Keep Going Back For:

• Stroll the streets of Ann Arbor, where I’ve lost entire afternoons browsing indie bookstores and sipping cappuccinos in cozy cafés near campus.
• Catch a live show in Athens, Georgia—I still remember the night I stumbled into a tiny bar and heard a band I now follow religiously.
• Bike your way through Boulder, Colorado. I once spent a sunny fall weekend riding from trails to breweries—perfect pace, perfect views.
• Explore Madison, Wisconsin, where I’ve snacked my way through farmers markets, shopped local, and always found a new spot worth raving about.
• Cheer your heart out in Austin, Texas. Game day there is electric, and the tailgates? Don’t even get me started—some of the best brisket I’ve ever had.