Visiting Stetson University — Campus Tour, Parking & What to See
Quick answer: Stetson University is at 421 N Woodland Blvd, DeLand, FL 32720. Campus is open daily to visitors. A self-guided walking tour of the historic quad takes about 1 hour. DeLand Hall (1884) is the oldest continuously-used higher-ed building in Florida. Admissions tours by appointment.
Plan your visit
Self-guided campus walk
Use the Stetson Campus Walking Tour route — a 1-hour loop covering DeLand Hall, Elizabeth Hall, Cummings Gymnasium, Sampson Hall, Hulley Tower memorial, and the main quad.
Admissions tours
Prospective students and families should book through Stetson Admissions at stetson.edu. These guided tours include residence halls and academic buildings not covered by the self-guided walk.
When to go
The Stetson academic calendar runs August–May; that's when the campus feels most alive. Summer is quieter but scenic. Fall football Saturdays at nearby Spec Martin Stadium bring the alumni crowd.
Parking
Visitor lots around the campus perimeter. Weekday parking rules are stricter than weekend rules — watch signage and avoid student/faculty-only lots. Confirm at Stetson's visitor information.
Eating on campus
The Hatter Union and campus cafés are open to the public during operating hours. Student dining halls sell day passes.
Accessibility
Most campus paths are ADA-accessible. Historic-building interiors vary — DeLand Hall (1884), Elizabeth Hall, and Sampson Hall have stairs and limited step-free access.
What you'll see
The heart of the campus is the Stetson University Campus Historic District — a National Register district anchored by DeLand Hall (1884), the oldest continuously-used higher-education building in Florida. From there the historic quad runs north through Elizabeth Hall, Sampson Hall, Cummings Gymnasium, and the Hulley Tower memorial garden.
Stetson's cultural footprint is larger than its 3,000-student enrollment suggests: MLB Cy Young winners Corey Kluber and Jacob deGrom trained at the adjacent Melching Field; The Waterboy (1998) used Elizabeth Hall and Cummings Gymnasium as stand-ins for fictional SCLSU; and Walt Before Mickey (2015) filmed interiors in Cummings Gym.
Frequently asked questions
- Where is Stetson University?
- 421 N Woodland Blvd, DeLand, FL 32720 — DeLand Hall is the anchor building at the south end of the historic quad.
- Can non-students visit the campus?
- Yes — the Stetson campus is open to the public daily. The self-guided walking tour covers the National Register historic district in about an hour.
- How do I book an admissions tour?
- Prospective students should book through Stetson Admissions at stetson.edu. Admissions tours are guided and include the historic district, residence halls, and academic buildings.
- Where should I park?
- Designated visitor lots around the campus perimeter. Avoid student/faculty-only lots (signs posted). Weekday rules are stricter than weekends — confirm at Stetson's visitor information.
- Is the campus wheelchair accessible?
- Most campus paths are ADA-accessible. Historic building interiors vary — DeLand Hall (1884) and some other contributing buildings have stairs and limited access.
- Can I eat on campus?
- Yes — student dining halls sell day passes; the Hatter Union and campus cafés are open to the public during operating hours.
- What's the oldest building on campus?
- DeLand Hall (1884) — the oldest continuously-used higher-education building in Florida. It's the anchor of the Stetson University Campus Historic District. [S19]
- When is the campus most active?
- The Stetson academic calendar runs August through May. Summer is quieter; fall football Saturdays at nearby Spec Martin Stadium bring the alumni crowd.
Sources
Visitor information last verified April 2026. Parking rules and dining hours change each semester — confirm at stetson.edu before your visit.