Our Location (with Map):
The Shandygaff is located in the heart of downtown State College, PA, one half-block from the Penn State University campus. We are located on Calder Way near Pugh Street, behind the Tavern Restaurant.
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Detailed directions are included below for:
Walking to the Shandygaff:
From the PSU Campus:
- We are located just down the hill from Old Main behind the Tavern Restaurant. Basically just head toward the center of downtown State College. From West Halls, turn left when you reach College Avenue. From all other campus housing, turn right when you reach College Avenue. When you reach Pugh Street or Pig Alley (you can't miss the pigs and the Tavern Restaurant), take a quick turn and follow one half-block to Calder Way. Once there, you will see our neon sign. Just head upstairs and enjoy!
From College Avenue:
- Head toward Pugh Street or Pig Alley (you can't miss the pigs and the Tavern Restaurant) in the center of downtown State College, then take a quick turn and follow one half-block to Calder Way. Once there, you will see our neon sign. Just head upstairs and enjoy!
From Beaver Avenue:
- Head toward Pugh Street or McAllister Street in the center of downtown State College, then turn down the hill one half-block to Calder Way. You will see our neon sign. Just head upstairs and enjoy!
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For those that do not live within walking distance yet prefer not to drive,
you can easily get to the 'Gaff via our local bus system or by Taxi.
By Bus:
The local CATA bus system is excellent for a smaller town like ours. You can easily catch a bus headed downtown from both the PSU campus and the surrounding areas, and every Cata Bus as well as the Blue and White Loops will drop you off just one block from the 'Gaff.
- From PSU Campus and downtown State College:
The FARE-FREE Blue Loop and White Loop both have a stop about a block from the Shandygaff, and run in a circle servicing downtown State College and the Penn State Campus. The Blue Loop stop is the corner of College Avenue and Allen Street. The White Loop stops at Schlow Library at the corner of Beaver Avenue and Allen Street.
- From surrounding areas:
Buses run to downtown State College from the entire region, including the nearby towns of Park Forest, Bellefonte, Boalsburg, and Pine Grove Mills. There are more than 15 total bus routes, so public transportation access is convenient for nearly everyone. ALL CATA Buses have stops in downtown State College. Whichever route you choose, simply take the bus to the Allen Street stop (at either College or Beaver Avenue).
- Visit Catabus.com for schedules, fares and additional information.
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By Taxi:
There are several Taxi companies that serve State College. We encourage you to program one into your cell phone, just in case. Shandygaff staff will also gladly assist in calling for a cab at your request.
- Taxi by Handy Delivery - 814.353.6001
- AA Taxi Inc. - 814.231.TAXI (8294)
- Centre County Taxi for Less - 814.238.7900
- Nittany Express Inc. - 814.867.4647
- D&S Taxi & Limo Service - 814.357.8007
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Driving to the Shandygaff:
Parking Options:
Let's start with parking. There are plenty of parking options near us. Of course, if you do drive, always drink responsibly and designate a sober driver. Or ask us to call a taxi for you.
- On-Street Parking (Nearby):
There is metered street parking on both College and Beaver Avenues. There is also limited metered parking on Pugh St., Allen St, McAllister St, and Locust Ln. (Meters are free after 6 pm)
- Parking Garages (Nearby):
The McAllister Parking Deck (on McAllister Street) is very close to the 'Gaff. Meters are enforced through 10 pm and you must park on the first level.
The Pugh Street Parking Garage is also just a few steps from us. Don't forget to bring your ticket though, as this is a "pay on foot" garage - meaning you will pay for parking at the garage before returning to your vehicle. This garage charges by the hour and is enforced 24 hours per day.
- Other Parking Options (For "Event Weekends" like Football and Arts Fest):
There are several other parking options in downtown State College that require a slightly longer walk to the Shandygaff. These include two additional parking garages, several municipal parking lots, and street parking on more distant streets. During PSU Football Weekends and Arts Fest, these may be your best options for parking. For more information, check the Downtown State College parking information page.
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Driving Directions (Local) from the PSU Campus and State College:
If you are travelling in from out of town, click here for directions to State College. Once you are here in town, follow these local directions.
- Main Roads:
The main roads here in town are Route 26 (includes both College Ave and Beaver Ave), Route 322 (The Bypass), and Business 322 (Atherton Street).
- From College Ave and Beaver Ave:
If you have found College or Beaver Avenue, congratulations!!! You are almost at the Shandygaff. Follow them to the heart of downtown State College. When you see Pugh Street or McAllister Street, it is easiest to just park and walk the rest of the way.
Our Parking Tips | Our Walking Tips
- Route 322 (The Bypass):
If you are coming in on Route 322 (The Bypass), follow that to the Route 26 (College Avenue/State College) exit. Then simply stay on College Avenue until you reach the heart of downtown State College. When you see Pugh Street or McAllister Street, it is easiest to just park and walk the rest of the way.
Our Parking Tips | Our Walking Tips
- Business 322 (Atherton Street):
If you are on Business 322 (Atherton Street), head toward downtown State College and turn onto Beaver Avenue (it is a one-way street). Follow Beaver Avenue until you see Pugh Street or McAllister Street. It is easiest to just park and walk the rest of the way.
Our Parking Tips | Our Walking Tips
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Driving Directions for Out-of-Town Visitors:
If you are coming in from out of town, here are the driving directions to State College. Once in town, you can use our Local Directions link.
- From Pittsburgh
Take Route 22 E to Duncansville. Merge onto Route 220/I-99 N toward Altoona and go north for 24 miles. Turn right onto US 220 toward State College for 11 miles; merge onto Route 322 E to the College Avenue/State College exit. Turn right and follow into State College.
- From Philadelphia
Take the PA Turnpike/I-76 W to Exit 247 (Harrisburg East), and follow signs for the next 15 miles to Route 322 west. Take 322 west past Lewistown toward State College (staying on 322W at Boalsburg), and take the College Avenue/State College exit. Turn left and follow into State College. -OR- Take the Northeast Extension of the Pennsylvania Turnpike to I-80. Take Exit 161 (Bellefonte) and follow Route 220 south to Route 322 to the College Avenue/State College exit. Turn right and follow into State College.
- From Harrisburg
Take 322 west past Lewistown toward State College (staying on 322W at Boalsburg), and take the College Avenue/State College exit. Turn left and follow into State College. -OR- Take the Northeast Extension of the Pennsylvania Turnpike to I-80. Take Exit 161 (Bellefonte) and follow Route 220 south to Route 322 to the College Avenue/State College exit. Turn right and follow into State College.
- From Washington D.C.
Take Route 270 N toward Frederick and then I-70 west and north to the PA Turnpike W. At Bedford take US 220/I-99 N toward Altoona and go north for 24 miles. Turn right onto US 220 toward State College for 11 miles; merge onto Route 322 E to the College Avenue/State College exit. Turn right and follow into State College.
- From New York City and the East
George Washington Bridge to I-80. In PA, exit from I-80 at Exit 161 (Bellefonte) and follow Route 220 south to Route 322 to the College Avenue/State College exit. Turn right and follow into State College.
- From the West
Take I-80 to Exit 161 (Bellefonte) and follow Route 220 S to Route 322 to the College Avenue/State College exit. Turn right and follow into State College.
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