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Drone view of Garfield Ave from library to Hibbard

We know when you arrive on our campus, you’ll see what generations of Blugolds brag about. We’re often called Wisconsin’s most beautiful campus, and we have the views to back up that claim.

We’re also proud of our city and hope you’ll get to experience the magic of Eau Claire while you’re here.

You’re officially one step closer to getting here! Check your campus visit confirmation email for parking and visit details, and use this map to navigate campus.

Getting Here

Coming from a distance? Find information below about getting to and around Eau Claire.

Airport and Flight Information

The Chippewa Valley Regional Airport offers flights to and from Minneapolis. The Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is about 1.5 hours from campus. Groome Transportation provides shuttles from the MSP Airport to the city of Eau Claire.

Local Transportation

Get around town with options like Uber , Lyft , and the Eau Claire Transit System .

Staying Here

Hotel accommodations.

Find a place to stay at a discounted rate when you visit us! Learn more discount details by contacting the hotel.

Candlewood Suites 4937 Bullis Farm Road Eau Claire, WI 54701 715-839-0967
Holiday Inn 4751 Owen Ayres Court Eau Claire, WI 54701 715-830-9889
Holiday Inn Express & Suites 12858 26th Ave. Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 715-723-4654
The Lismore Hotel 333 Gibson Street Eau Claire, WI 54701 715-835-8888 Book Online
The Oxbow Hotel 516 Galloway Street Eau Claire, WI 54703 715-839-0601
Staybridge Suites 1515 Bluestem Blvd. Altoona, WI 54720 715-830-0800

Campus visitors walk on the path towards the hill alongside the river during a campus tour.

Flesch Family Welcome Center 102 127 Roosevelt Avenue Eau Claire , WI 54701 United States

Admission hours Monday 7:45 am – 4:30 pm Tuesday 7:45 am – 4:30 pm Wednesday 7:45 am – 4:30 pm Thursday 7:45 am – 4:30 pm Friday 7:45 am – 4:30 pm Saturday CLOSED Sunday CLOSED

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire

105 Garfield Avenue P.O. Box 4004 Eau Claire, WI 54702-4004

715-836-4636

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Upcoming events.

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Big Rig Truck Show
Blue Ox Music Festival
Chippewa Valley Airshow
Chippewa Valley Book Festival
Chippewa Valley Phoenix
Country Fest
Country Jam
Chippewa Valley Restaurant Week
Downtown Eau Claire Fall Festival
Eau Claire Jazz Festival
Eau Claire Express
Eau Claire Marathon
Lake Martha Days
Kickin' It Country
Nashville North USA
Osseo Summer Concert Series
Reverb Music Festival
River Prairie Ginormous Pumpkin Festival
Rock'n On The River
Scheels Hunting Fest
Sounds Like Summer Concert Series
Silver Mine Ski Invitational
Tuesday Night Blues
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Wisconsin Shakespeare Festival
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Beaver Creek Reserve
Chaos Water Park
Children's Museum of Eau Claire
Chippewa Valley Museum
Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery
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University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire

The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire, situated along the banks of the beautiful Chippewa River, stands as a pioneering force among public higher education institutions. UW-Eau Claire's commitment to their 9,000+ students and creating an inclusive and welcoming campus has made them a leading university here in the Midwest. Receiving global recognition and many accreditations, UW-Eau Claire is the top university in the state of Wisconsin for LGBTQ support and is among other major universities like Harvard, Yale, and Stanford as a top undergraduate research university. Not to mention, UW-Eau Claire has been a top producer in the U.S. for Fulbright students and has been ranked as a military-friendly institution.

Whether you're a prospective student, a current student, a proud parent of a Blugold, or an alumni, stepping off campus will give you a true Eau Claire experience. That's where we come in to help. Find hotels , big annual events , restaurants and attractions nearby that will give you a good starting glimpse of what this city has to offer.

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Hotels Near UW-Eau Claire

There are a handful of hotels near UW-Eau Claire for when parents come to visit their students, or alumni come back for homecoming, or when prospective students and their families come to tour the campus. The Lismore Hotel and The Oxbow are located right in the heart of downtown Eau Claire , just a mile from campus. Find other comfortable accommodations at the Hampton Inn , Holiday Inn Express West , Quality Inn & Suites , or Super 8 , located southwest of campus and less than a 5-minute drive. Find a full list of hotels in our area here .

A group of men eating at Mogie's Pub on Water St. in Eau Claire, WI

Restaurants Near UW-Eau Claire

Coffee shops & breakfast spots .

Coffee shops nearby are a great place to study for students or catch up with friends. Check out The Goat , Racy's , SHIFT , or ECDC - all within walking distance of campus. See a full list of coffee shops in the area here . We can't forget about breakfast. The Nucleus is located right on Water St. and is widely popular with students and their families. Find more 5-star places to get brunch here .

Casual Dining Destinations

Looking to get a quick, low-key lunch or dinner somewhere close to campus? Hit up Court'n House for their burgers or try places like Ninja , Madden , Thai Orchid or Shanghai Bistro for some international fare. Dooley's Pub and Mogie's are located on Water St. and are student favorites for simple yet tasty dishes. Discover more casual dining options in Eau Claire here .

Need something a little more upscale? Try Mona Lisa's , The Informalist , Houligans , Stella Blues , or The Livery . Explore more fine dining restaurants in Eau Claire here .

Finally, top off your meal with a scoop of ice cream! Olson's and Ramone's in downtown Eau Claire will have just what you need. Find a full list of great places to get ice cream in Eau Claire here .

More for Students in Eau Claire

Coffee Shops in Eau Claire

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How do I get there?

UW-Eau Claire – Barron County is located in Rice Lake, Wisconsin. Use this address for your GPS navigation:

UW-Eau Claire – Barron County 1800 College Drive Rice Lake, WI 54868

Navigating Campus

View a map of campus here . Visitor parking is available in front of Meggers Hall at the main Commons entrance. Additional parking spaces are also located in the north or south parking lots along with the joint UW-Eau Claire – Barron County/Northwood Technical College West lot. Visitors can park in the reserved parking spaces after 5:00 p.m.

Scheduled visit

If you scheduled an official visit using our website, please check your confirmation email for visit details.

Unscheduled visit

If you are planning to visit and don’t have a reservation, stop by the Solution Center in Meggers Hall.

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