Spartan Fans
Planning a trip to Michigan State University in East Lansing? We compiled all the necessary resources to make planning your trip to East Lansing a breeze including restaurants and hotels, must-see attractions and more. MSU offers so many attractions you just might find you won't even need to leave campus!
- MSU became the first agricultural college in the United States in 1855
- The college went through five names changes before it was called Michigan State University
- Sparty is a three-time national top collegiate mascot
Parking is now a breeze!
You can now get real-time parking availability in East Lansing—perfect for those busy football Saturdays!
Where to eat
East Lansing is a vibrant, eclectic college town full of great dining options. From the fan-inspired Spartan Hall of Fame Cafe, to fool-proof options like Fieldhouse, East Lansing has options to suit not just every taste, but every budget—find a comprehensive list here. If you're a self-proclaimed "Foodie" then check out the For Foodies page that we created specifically for you.
Don't Miss Restaurants
Jolly Pumpkin Cafe & Brewery
Discover delicious food offerings and award-winning beer, with a style and menu unique to East Lansing.
Read MoreFor Crêpe Sake
Indulge in mouthwatering gourmet crêpes or Belgian waffles.
MSU is more than just a Big Ten university. From the exquisite gardens of the W.J. Beal Botanical Gardens to the awe-inspiring modern art of the Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum...well, like we said earlier there is plenty to keep you busy right on campus.
Must-See Attractions
MSU Horticulture Gardens
The MSU Horticulture Gardens are actually a family of three gardens: The 4-H Children's Garden is designed especially for children, and is…
Read MoreEli and Edythe Broad Art Museum at Michigan State University
The Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum is a Zaha Hadid-designed contemporary art museum at MSU dedicated to exploring global contemporary culture…
Read MoreBeaumont Tower
Beaumont Tower marks the site of Old College Hall-the first building in America erected for instruction in scientific agriculture. A gift from…
Read MoreDon't Miss These Events!
Meet the Spartans
Ever year MSU fans of all ages are invited to meet and receive autographs from coaching staff and members of the football team.
Midnight Madness
Help kick-off the start of a new season! The men's and women's basketball will be signing autographs and there will be promotional giveaways and…
Spartan Spectacular
Featuring performances by the MSU wind symphony, Spartan marching band, drumline and faculty artists.
Places to Stay in East Lansing
Finding accommodations can be a challenge for any trip. We've taken the headache out of the trip planning and compiled a list of places to stay during your MSU trip. Scroll through the list to view the full list of the available hotels in East Lansing.