'''Corvallis''' [http://www.corvallischamber.com/] is located in the state of Oregon in Benton County. By car, this town is about an hour and half south of Portland or almost an hour south of Salem, the Capitol of Oregon. The town was first known as Marysville, but was later changed to Corvallis in 1857, which meant "heart of the valley" in Latin. Nestled at the foothills of the Coastal Mountain Range, Corvallis residents enjoy a multitude of mountain biking trails in their own backyard. As of 2006, Corvallis has a population of about 50,800.

People from around the world are drawn to Corvallis to attend Oregon State University. Corvallis has a history of excellence in regard to education; the Corvallis School District continually has some of the highest Scholastic Aptitude Test(SAT) scores in the nation. Corvallis has the highest education level and the second highest income level in the state. Corvallis is the birthplace of Hewlett-Packard's computer inkjet printing process and is home to Nobel Prize-winner, Linus Pauling. The computer mouse was invented by a graduate of Oregon State University. Corvallis also spawned Randy Couture, who is a member of the UFC Hall of Fame.

[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Corvallis,_Oregon Wikipedia]

Get in

By car

Take I-5 South to the I-34 exit or exit 228b. Head W. on 34 about 10 miles and you will cross a bridge which leads you into downtown Corvallis. You can also turn left at the last light before the bridge, indicated by a sign saying "Oregon Coast / Reser Stadium," then take the exit that says Eugene/Junction City and that will take you into Southtown Corvallis avoiding the narrow one way streets.

By train

The closest Amtrak station is Albany, some 15 minutes north by car. Some shuttle bus services are available.

By Bus

There is a [http://www.greyhound.com/home.asp Greyhound] bus station located on 153 NW 4TH AVE in downtown Corvallis.

Get around

  • '''Corvallis Transit System''' runs all over Corvallis, allowing for quick and efficient transportation pretty much anywhere. [http://www.ci.corvallis.or.us/index.php?option=content&task=view&id=467&Itemid=410 CTS]
  • '''Car rental''' is available from [http://offers.hertz.com/hle03/index.cfm?uniqueID=1166 Hertz] and [http://www.enterprise.com/car_rental/home.do Enterprise] both on 9th.
  • See

  • '''Oregon State University''' (''located between 14th and 30th and West of Monroe St.'') [http://oregonstate.edu/] Oregon State has a beautiful picturesque campus with many historic buildings, some of which are more than a century old. Make sure to check out the MU and Dixon rec center located in the middle of campus just off of 25th and Campus Way. The sports programs are also a great attraction and a good way to spend a day.
  • '''Benton County Courthouse''' (''located 4th St.'') Hopefully you can visit this courthouse for pleasure and not because you have to. This courthouse, in downtown Corvallis, was built in 1888 and is the oldest active courthouse in the state of Oregon.
  • Do

  • '''[www.davinci-days.org/ DaVinci Days]''' Summer festival that has been growing by leaps and bounds every year. A festival focused on science. Includes a kinetic sculpture race through mud, water, and dry land. Also an independent film festival.
  • '''[corvallisfallfestival.org Fall Festival]''' This festival has been happening in Corvallis for years. Happens the first Saturday/Sunday after the University term begins. Located in a park downtown includes crafts and music.
  • '''Saturday Market''' Head downtown to the waterfront on Saturdays for a local Farmer's Market that includes many organic options. Berries in Oregon are a can't miss treat.
  • '''Darkside Theater''' Although Corvallis is a small community the people support independent thought and movies. You will find this indie theater.
  • '''Corvallis Riverwalk''' and enjoy a lovely walk along the Willamette River.
  • '''Biking and hiking''' [http://www.ci.corvallis.or.us/index.php?option=content&task=view&id=114&Itemid=74]
  • '''OSU Sporting Events'''[http://oregonstate.edu/athletics/]
  • '''Walk the OSU Campus'''[http://oregonstate.edu/]
  • '''Movie Theaters''' The best places to go to a movie are the [http://www.carmike.com/ Carmike Cinemas] or the [http://www.fandango.com/TheaterListings.aspx?location=97330 Regal Cinemas] on 9th street. If you bring your student ID you can get in to either location for $6. There is also the [http://www.darksidecinema.com/ Dark Side Cinema] downtown, which offers less mainstream flicks in a small theater setting.
  • Buy

  • '''Urban Laundry''' (''located on Monroe Avenue, right between Dutch Bros. & Qdoba.'') A larger than life boutique featuring all of today's most sought after brands like 7 For All Mankind, Citizens of Humanity, Juicy Couture, Volcom, LRG, Matix, True Religion & more.Shop online at [http://www.shoplaundry.com\ ShopLaundry.com].
  • '''Miss Meers''' (''located right next to Noah's Bagles on 4th and Madison'') An upper class shoe store that sells a variety of brands like BCBG Girls, Nine West, and Two Lips.
  • '''Kaari K''' (''located on 3rd between Madison and Monroe'') An upper class clothing store, a lot like TBD at Nordstroms. They have great brand names like Juicy Couture, Seven For All Mankind, C&C, and Paige Denim.
  • '''OSU Student Store'''[http://www.osubookstore.com/] Everything you need to be a Beaver fan along with a large selection of books.
  • '''Burst's Chocolates'''[http://www.burstschocolates.com] Burst's Chocolates specializes in handmade small-batch gourmet chocolates. Made fresh in Oregon, they are a premium gift for any occasion.
  • Taking It Home. 25 SW Madison Ave. ocated between Starbucks & Noah's Bagels in the same shopping center on 4th & Madison.. 41-752-6452. 0am - 5:30pm. A high-end home interiors shop, great place to find gifts or pick up something for yourself. Merchandise includse clocks and canvases, Tag dishware & linens, handbags, Michele soaps & stationery, Root candles, jewelry, among many others. Definitely visit during the holidays!

  • Brown House. 62 SW Madison Ave. orner of 5th and Madison. 41.738.2527. ww.brownhouseliving.com. 0 a.m. - 6 p.m.. A modern home store with bedding, bamboo towels and sheets, accent pillows, vintage furniture and various linens. Brown House carries Jonathan Adler, Marimekko, Dwell Studios, Inhabit, Thomas Paul, Bliss Living, India Rose, David Fussenegger, Chilewich and Lotta Jansdotter.

    Groceries

  • '''Albertson's''' on Circle Ave
  • '''[http://www.firstalt.coop/ First Alternative Co-op]''' at 2 locations
  • *1007 SE 3rd
  • *29th & Grant
  • '''Fred Meyer''' on Kings Blvd
  • '''K-Mart'''
  • '''Richey's Market''' fresh & local on Circle Blvd
  • '''Safeways'''
  • '''Winco Foods''' on Walnut Blvd
  • Eat

    Budget

    Nearly any fast food restaurant you are looking for can be found on 9th St.
  • '''Bento Oriental Express''' 1425 NW Monroe Ave # F on the corner of 14th and Monroe. Good, Cheap Japanese bento. They do not take debit cards. They also serve authentic Chinese food.
  • '''Shogun Bowl''' 2461 NW Monroe Ave, ('''across from the campus'') Cheap Japanese food
  • Corvallis has many pizza delivery services and restaurants. Some notables local venues are: Cirrelos Pizza, Woodstocks Pizza, Endzone Pizza Bar, American Dream Pizza, Pizza Pipeline, The Pizza Pedler.
  • '''University Hero''' Sandwich shop makes fresh bread everyday (wheat or white).
  • '''La Roca''' Burritos, fast, good.
  • '''Taco Uruapan''' Authentic Mexican.
  • '''Local Boyz Hawaiian Cafe''' Excellent Hawaiian food. Across the street from Campus on Monroe street.
  • '''New Morning Bakery''' Great place for dessert and coffee with a great atmosphere. On 2nd street downtown.
  • Mid-range

  • '''Riverview Mongolian Grill. 1st St. Asian Buffet
  • '''Alpine Bakery''' French.
  • '''McGrath's''' [http://www.mcgrathsfishhouse.com/locations.html]Circle Blvd, south of 3rd/99W near KMart. Seafood.
  • '''Nearly Normals''' 14th and Monroe (on 14th). Corvallis is home to many vegetarians and this is the most popular vegetarian restaurant in town. Outdoor seating in the summer.
  • '''Evergreen''' A quaint Indian restaurant serving buffet in the afternoon for only $5.95(load up!).
  • '''Bomb's Away Cafe''' [http://www.bombsawaycafe.com/]A unique blend of Mexican and Cajun, this hip restaurant is a favorite among the locals. Go to the BACRoom for a 4-table bar and privacy.
  • '''American Dream Pizza''' The most popular pizza establishment in town, this restaurant boasts two locations (locations below). In the evenings be prepared for long lines downtown. Order pizza by the slice or for the family. The best chocolate chip cookies for only $.50.
  • *214 SW 2nd St, (541) 753-7373
  • *2525 NW Monroe Ave, (541) 757-1713
  • '''Squirrel's Tavern''' Awesome Burgers
  • '''Block 15''' [http://www.block15.com/]Brew pub with high-quality bar food at 300 SW Jefferson (3rd & Jefferson).
  • '''El Sol de Mexico''' [http://www.elsoldemexico.cc/] The best Mexican food in corvallis. On Garfield and 9th Street just north of Grant.
  • Splurge

  • [http://www.streganw.com/ '''Strega'''] - 517 SW 2nd Street. Trendy food, wine cellar, 5th floor patio view facing west toward Mary's peak. Best view in Corvallis.
  • '''Big River Bar & Grill''' - 1st St. Trendy Italian and American food. Always crowded for dinner, so arrive early since they don't take reservations for smaller groups.
  • '''Iovinos''' - 1st St. Italian. Trendy restaurant serving high-end Italian cuisine. Moderately crowded, you generally will not need to wait for a table. For a huge meal at a discount, try the spaghetti and meatballs.
  • Drink

    Sports Bar

  • '''Clodfelters''': [http://maps.google.com/maps?ie=UTF8&oe=utf-8&client=firefox-a&q=clodfelters,+corvallis,+or&fb=1&cid=0,0,9651273589369210699&t=h&z=16&iwloc=A 15th and Monroe], right next to Oregon State University.
  • *Good sports bar feel. Huge crowds after different college sporting events. It's big night is Wednesday's, which is "Pint Night". During this night, a different beer is featured (such as Fat Tire, or Heff), free pint glasses. Starts at 7pm and 9pm.
  • '''The Endzone''': [http://maps.google.com/maps?f=l&hl=en&q=endzone,&sll=44.560448,-123.259563&sspn=0.042197,0.11158&ie=UTF8&cd=1&near=300+SW+Jefferson+Ave,+Corvallis,+Benton,+Oregon+97333,+United+States&geocode=Fb_3pwIdPSyn-A&z=16 300 SW Jefferson].
  • *A relatively new bar in town. A very big place with lots of room. Known primarily as a sports bar with pool tables and dancing. Great place to go and have fun.
  • '''Tailgaters''': 15th and Monroe, next to Oregon State University (''Located upstairs'').
  • *Another popular sports bar that is busy after college sporting events. Known for it's eloborate painting on the walls, pool and Tuesday "Dollar Beer Night".
  • Dance

  • '''Cantina''': 1110 NE 2nd St in Corvallis.
  • *This is another popular dance club. It's known for it's Saturday night 80's mix/Ladies night. It is combined with Senior Sams mexican restaurant. Another great place to get your "groove on."
  • '''Platinum''': 126 SW 4th St.
  • *A popular Thursday night spot. Known for it's huge dance parties and VIP nights. The drinks aren't all that cheap, but a very fun place to get your "groove on."
  • '''AJ's''': 137 SW 2nd St.
  • *This is a great small place to go and have fun. On Tuesdays they offer some fun games with prizes (usually a bingo or something of that sort).
  • Alternative & Dive

  • '''Crowbar''': [http://maps.google.com/maps?q=crowbar,+corvallis,+or&ie=UTF8&oe=UTF-8&client=firefox-a&cd=1&t=h&z=16&iwloc=A 214 SW 2nd St], as part of American Dream Pizza. Enter through the pizza parlor, or from the alley.
  • *Nice, small bar with happy hour after 11pm. Very chill, having somewhat of a romantic feel.
  • '''[http://drinkthedog.com/ Downward Dog]''': [http://maps.google.com/maps?ie=UTF8&oe=utf-8&client=firefox-a&q=Downward+Dog,+Corvallis,+OR&fb=1&cid=0,0,15334001254301149321&z=16&iwloc=A 130 SW 1st Ave]
  • *Small, dimly lit bar. Very nice, and romantic. Great place for a few friends to gather and have a drink devoid of the loud, college bars. Very nice!
  • '''Squirrels''': [http://maps.google.com/maps?ie=UTF8&oe=utf-8&client=firefox-a&q=squirrels,+corvallis,+or&fb=1&cid=0,0,12954577609564515419&z=16&iwloc=A 2nd & Monroe].
  • *Outdoor patio and 2 floors of music, good beer and cheap appetizers ($1.50!). Occasionally has shows with pool on the 2nd floor. Local favorite.
  • Other

  • '''Sanchos''': 15th and Monroe, upstairs.
  • *This is more of a Mexican restaurant- bar mix. A smaller place, but still fun. It's known for dollar tequilla shots every night until eleven.
  • Sleep

  • '''Corvallis Inn & Conference Center'''. 1550 NW 9th Street. (541) 753-9151
  • '''Courtyard Inn''' 2435 NW Harrison Blvd. (541) 754-7136
  • '''Days Inn''' 1113 NW 9th Street. (541) 754-7474
  • '''Hilton Garden Inn''' 2500 SW Western Blvd (541) 752-5000
  • '''Holiday Inn Express''' 781 NE 2nd Street (541) 752-0800
  • Camping is available in nearby Albany
  • Cope

  • For some basic auto needs, you can always go to [http://www.lesschwab.com/ Les Schwab] which is located on circle and 9th.
  • Get out

  • '''Hike, Bike, or Explore Mary's Peak'''