1 If you need some real nourishment after all the activity downtown, stroll on down to the ARICCIA Italian Trattoria & Bar. Savor grill-fired fish, chops and steaks. Imagine succulent fresh herbs and vegetables served at the peak of its flavor and freshness. Ariccia’s open kitchen is a showcase for the fun and excitement. Relax in casual comfort in the lounge. Generous sofas, a fireplace and a large-screen television, make the lounge an inviting gathering place for people-watching, cocktails or a nightcap and conversation. Breakfast on the Run is expedited at Ariccia’s Espresso Bar, complete with homemade pastries and breads fresh from our bakery and specialty beverages, coffees or teas.

2 If it’s art you crave, visit the Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art, Auburn University’s home for an amazing collection of paintings, prints, drawings, sculptures and decorative arts. Upon entering the museum’s rotunda, you will be greeted by the three-tiered chandelier entitled Amber Luster created by Dale Chihuly. This incredible piece features more than 600 pieces of colorful hand-blown glass pieces that are woven intricately together to resemble a chandelier. Our renowned collection of rare ornithological prints by J.J. Audubon as well as a schedule of ongoing wonderful changing exhibitions offers something for everyon

3 If you need some refreshment, walk on over to Toomers Drugstore and enjoy some famous lemonade. The store has been around since 1896, and the lemonade is a perfect mixture of sweet and tart. You can also try their yummy floats and limeade.

4 Throw some toilet paper in the tree at Toomers Corner after an Auburn athletic victory – it’s ok because it’s a tradition. This phenomenon has been written about in numerous publications including the newly released book Eccentric USA. “Auburn is the only city in the country that has a line item in their budget to clean up toilet paper.”

5 You might happen to notice that as you tour the downtown area, there are granite plaques in the sidewalk. This Tiger Trail (Auburn’s own walk of fame) pays tribute to Auburn University’s greatest athletes, coaches and administrators. If you want more athletic history, you can see plenty of it at the Jonathan B. Lovelace Athletic Museum and Hall of Honor located on campus in the Auburn University Athletic Complex. In addition to documenting all sports played at the college, it has talking dioramas that let you know what it would have been like on the playing field with some of Auburn’s best coaches.

6 Campus is full of other treasures also. Take a seat on the plush grass outside Samford Hall (the oldest building on campus) at noon and listen to Auburn University’s fight song play out of the clock tower. Heck, while you’re there, throw a Frisbee or visit the Lathe that documents history of wartime on campus. On your way to an Auburn University theater performance at Telfair Peet Theater, drive by Samford Hall one more time – you just can’t beat the sight of Samford Hall lit up at dark.

7 Looking for some off-campus fun? Auburn has plenty to do. If outdoor activities are what you are looking for, we have many options. Chewacla State Park has waterfalls, hiking trails, biking trails, camping and even some cabins. If wide-open space is what you need, head out to Kiesel Park off Wire Road. There are acres and acres of land for you and/or your canines to explore.

8 You can't miss this one. Go to an AU football game and witness Tiger, Auburn's golden eagle, swoop and circle the field to Auburn's battle cry, "War Eagle," before each game. "We guarantee you will have chills."

9 There is plenty of antique shopping for the shopper in all of us so head out and find your treasure. There is also plenty of golf – nine courses countywide to be exact – including Grand National on the Robert Trent Jones Trail. So pick your day’s activities, but don’t forget to pick up a piece of Auburn memorabilia on your way out of town.

10 Make reservations to come back to the Auburn University Hotel and Dixon Conference Center and explore Auburn even more!

For further information about campus activities, contact Foy Union at (334) 844-4244.