Binghamton Student - Will answer questions :)

nervoussenior10
Thu, 16 Feb 2012 22:11:54 +0000

Parent here - hoping to bring D for a tour one day next week. Will be staying overnight in the area, seeing city, etc. Any advice?



Don’t come in expecting Manhattan North, and you’ll be fine.

In all seriousness… the city of Binghamton isn’t really anything to write home about, but it is what you make it. There are some pretty decent restaurants downtown, and some good shopping if you look for it. If you venture into downtown Bing at all, stay near Gorgeous Washington St/Court St for most of your recreational activities. If you want to see where students hang out, Walmart on Vestal Parkway is where it’s at.

I DEFINITELY recommend taking a tour. They do a really good job with it and you really get a feel for the campus. I don’t know about the frequency of official tours during the week, but they’re in full swing on Saturday and Sunday mornings. If you want more specific recommendations, PM me.

laurie2012, I’m sending you a PM.