What to do and see in Morgantown, United States: The Best Places and Tips

January 27, 2018 Ying Subia

Morgantown is a city in and the county seat of Monongalia County, West Virginia, situated along the banks of the Monongahela River. It is known as the home of West Virginia University and the Morgantown Personal Rapid Transit system. With a permanent population of 31,073 per the 2015 U.S. Census estimates, Morgantown is the largest city in North-Central West Virginia. The Morgantown metropolitan area has a population of 138,176.
Restaurants in Morgantown

1. West Virginia University

1 Waterfront Pl, Morgantown, WV 26501-5978 +1 800-344-9881
Excellent
77%
Good
19%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 163 reviews

West Virginia University

Reviewed By wacuster - Warwick, RI

WVU in Morgantown, WV has always been a great venue for sports, but it is also a great spot for concerts and other activities that would otherwise not be available in a town this size.

2. Morgantown Escape Room

12 Commerce Dr, Westover, WV 26501-3874 +1 304-241-4207
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 56 reviews

Morgantown Escape Room

You have 60 minutes to race the clock and escape the lock! Can you do it? Work together to find hidden clues, decode cleverly-crafted messages, and solve challenging puzzles — all the while using keen observation and critical thinking in an interactive, live-action game experience that’s sure to test your wits! It’s Mountaineer Country’s first escape room — right here in Morgantown, WV!

Reviewed By Barbara H - Washington DC, District of Columbia

We had SO much fun and came in (out?) just under the wire! The room tested our powers of observation & deduction as well as our spelling, math and science skills. We were a little concerned that this would be too tough for our 8...MoreBarbara, Thank you for your review! We're happy you had such a great time! Come back to see us!

3. Monongalia County Ballpark

2040 Gyorko Drive, Granville, WV 26534
Excellent
55%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
15%
Poor
7%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 13 reviews

Monongalia County Ballpark

Reviewed By Steelangel - Pittsburgh

My family and I travel around the country to visit major and minor league ballparks. This is a great small, intimate park. Plenty of parking, located in a shopping and restaurant complex with everything that you might need. Seats are relatively spacious, the crowd was enthusiastic and polite. The gift shop is way too small for the demand, though. We will be back to visit.

4. Mountaineer Field

Morgantown, WV 26507-0877
Excellent
73%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 175 reviews

Mountaineer Field

Home of the West Virginia University football team seats more than 63,500 people in its stands.

Reviewed By Mountaineer4ever - Covington, Georgia

The stadium was easy to get to. They rent seat backs which were worth it, even though we stood for most of the game. We sat in section 122 and had a very good view of the field. Bathrooms were clean and very little waiting time for men and women. Food and drink venues were easy to find and get to. Enjoyed the experience.

5. WVU Coliseum

Patteson Drive & Jerry West Blvd., Morgantown, WV 26506 +1 304-293-3295
Excellent
55%
Good
31%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
0%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 82 reviews

WVU Coliseum

Reviewed By Scott W - Morgantown

The die hard WVU fans vote this venue high because there is nothing else to do in Morgantown so look at the building itself:

#1 Horrible Seat Comfort
#2 Overpriced beer and snacks
#3 Venue is over 40 years old and smells as such
#4 ZERO parking unless you want to roll the dice on the side of the road
#5 The fans are just crude and/or drunk, the student section is embarrassing

6. Morgantown Farmers Market

400 Spruce St, Corner of Spruce and Fayette Street, Morgantown, WV 26505-5506 +1 304-993-2410
Excellent
66%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 52 reviews

Morgantown Farmers Market

Reviewed By Vicki A - Brunswick, Md.

This location is right in the heart of downtown Morgantown! Parking available. Unfortunately, it was not an 'active' the day we were there but we got a good feel for what it would be like. Local folks told us that it is a great event to attend....lots of vendors and great options. Looking forward to going back. Enjoy! Reminds me of the European markets!

7. Forks of Cheat Winery

2811 Stewartstown Rd, Morgantown, WV 26508-1404 +1 304-598-2019
Excellent
59%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
7%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 102 reviews

Forks of Cheat Winery

Reviewed By Fran H - Rosebud, Texas

I don't drink so it's hard to imagine reviewing a winery but I had promised folks I would bring them something and most drink wine. They had a wonderful selection of fruit wines which I mostly purchased since it's not something you can purchase readily in my hometown. There was a wide variety of wines and spirits to choose from and very reasonably priced. Everyone loved their gifts!

8. WVU Core Arboretum

Monongahela Blvd, Morgantown, WV +1 304-293-0387
Excellent
56%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
4%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 63 reviews

WVU Core Arboretum

Reviewed By Carol210 - Washington DC, District of Columbia

We visited in early June and found that all the flowering vegetation had past and everything was just green. Even with vegetation markers it was hard to distinguish the individual plants from one and another and just gave up and enjoyed the walk in the forest.
The arboretum is located in town and across from the main entrance to WVU and adjacent to the stadium and will find a small free parking lot at the entrance. Be sure to pick up a map at the entrance to identify the indigenous plants and intertwining trails. Don’t expect the area and trails to be level and trails over flat ground, except for a small grassy area located near the beginning of the trail heads. You heart rate will definitely elevate over some areas and would not be easy for anyone with severe physical challenges. There is a service road and is used by walkers and bicyclists, but what I saw there wasn’t much tree coverage to protect you from the sun and stayed under tree cover. Allow 1-2 hours to enjoy a nice walk in the forest without having to leave town.

9. Mountaineer Field at Milan Puskar Stadium

900 Willowdale Rd, Morgantown, WV 26505-7337
Excellent
82%
Good
10%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 37 reviews

Mountaineer Field at Milan Puskar Stadium

Reviewed By A T - Naples, Florida

There have been many improvements since last season. There were several televisions and food stations, improved restroom facilities, and new entry gates. This added to the great experience we had on game day.

10. West Virginia Botanic Garden

1061 Tyrone Rd, Morgantown, WV 26508-2973 +1 304-322-2093
Excellent
46%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
7%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 69 reviews

West Virginia Botanic Garden

Reviewed By LAURIE S - Buckhannon, West Virginia

This place is not very well advertised but it does have chevroned trails surrounding an old reservoir. There is not much signage and no evidence of other nature there. We did like the wetlands boardwalk.

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