They have some awesome hiking trails and a downtown area for shopping. There are also many fun outdoor activities to do in Auburn if you plan to stay there for the day. If you are looking to get out of the city for a bit to take a breather and get some good studying in, Pour Choice is worth the drive. It is quiet even when busy, spacious and it has a beautiful balcony overlooking downtown Auburn. Plenty of seating is offered in the upstairs area, and you can even study outside on their balcony. The upstairs section of The Pour Choice in Auburn, Saturday, Oct. They also have an upstairs area that is tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the front entrance that is great for studying. Pour Choice has amazing coffee and a unique farm-to-fork, local, seasonal menu. This coffee shop is in Auburn, which can be quite a drive for some folks, but it’s truly one of the best for many reasons. Recommended Drink and Food: Flavored Lattes and Avocado Toast The Pour Choice They also have a location in Rocklin if you live in that area.

In addition to great beverage choices for coffee and tea lovers, Pause offers some heartier items on the menu so you can get a full meal while you’re there. There are plenty of places inside to study with charging access if needed. This is about 25 minutes from campus, but if you live near the Fair Oaks/Orangevale area, it’s worth studying here because of the charming atmosphere and calming aesthetic. Pause Coffee is an absolute hidden gem in Fair Oaks. Recommended Drink and Food : The Teddy Graham and Breakfast Panito Sociology is known for including a cookie inside their drinks. Presented on a table is the “Teddy Graham,” one of Sociology’s signature drinks, Sunday, Oct. Granite City offers $25 day passes to use The Nook Monday through Friday if you need to study for several hours during the week. Sociology is also located in Old Folsom, where there is a great walking trail and river access. Not to mention Sociology is right across the street from a vendor fair and farmer’s market that runs every Saturday, check it out if you need a break from studying. You can study in a private, quiet area, while also having access to coffee and meals right next door from Sociology, which has so many great options on their menu.

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