Located at the intersection of Magnolia Avenue and College Street, Toomer's Corner is on the edge of the Auburn University campus. It marks the beginning of downtown Auburn, Alabama, where tourists and game attendees can find plenty of good food and nostalgic streets to walk.
This intersection, Toomer's Corner, is also famous for its celebratory times after the Tigers win a football game. In fact, Toomer's Corner gets its name from State Senator "Shel" Toomer, who was a halfback on Auburn's first football team in 1892. He founded Toomer's Drugs in 1896, and it's been a thriving historical landmark ever since.
If you are visiting Auburn, AL, be sure to take in the sights and enjoy these memorable things to do around Toomer's Corner.
Delicious food and fun activities await visitors when checking out the Toomer's Corner area in Downtown Auburn. Here are a few of our favorites!
One of the oldest traditions in this spot is celebrating Auburn Tiger victories by hurling toilet tissue into the surrounding trees, lamp posts, and anything in sight that doesn't move.
While this might seem strange, rolling Toomer's Corner is a long-standing tradition, leaving a shower of paper as a blanket over the entire intersection. If you're an Auburn fan, we're sure you've heard of this before, but seeing is believing!
If you're rolling the Corner, chances are you've been to an Auburn University Tigers football game to see the team play (and win). Attending a game at Jordan-Hare Stadium is a one-of-a-kind college football experience! It's on the campus in Auburn, Alabama.
Even if the team isn't having a winning season, it's worth it to join the cheers and excitement as the Tigers play against their rivals.
Within just a few miles of Toomer's Corner, take in the arts at the Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Arts. As part of the university, this venue blends museum artifacts and art items. In addition, check out the store for hand-made items you can buy, as well as art books, home decor, children's gifts, and jewelry. Admission to the museum is free.
When it comes to places to eat in Auburn, AL, you'll find a variety of cafes, bistros, and regular restaurants from which to choose. First, however, you want to grab a bite at Toomer's Drugs. You'll find a variety of sandwiches, soups, a large selection of desserts, and their famous fresh squeezed lemonade.
When you're ready for a break between your activities and eating in and around Toomer's Corner, make sure you have a relaxing place to stay! Book a Llamastay getaway to relax with friends or family while in town.