Best Eye Doctors in State College, PA
Looking for eye Doctors in State College? Below you'll find 10 local options with their address, phone number, website and opening hours, plus practical advice on choosing the right one.
What they do: Optometrists and ophthalmologists for eye exams, glasses and contact lens prescriptions, and treatment of conditions such as glaucoma and cataracts. Optometrists handle routine vision care, while ophthalmologists are medical doctors who also perform surgery.
This guide lists 10 eye Doctors in and around State College, spread across 3 ZIP codes. 7 have a phone number you can call directly from this page, 8 link to their own website, 1 is open on weekends. Listings are organized so you can compare them at a glance and contact them directly.
Top 10 Eye Doctors in State College
Listings are shown in no paid order: no business can pay to appear or to rank higher on this page.
1 Spectacles
- Address 138 West College Avenue, State College, PA 16801
- Phone (814) 234-7788
- Website spectaclesfyeye.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 9 AM-6 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 9 AM-6 PM |
| Wed | 9 AM-6 PM |
| Thu | 9 AM-6 PM |
| Fri | 9 AM-6 PM |
2 State College Eye Care
- Address 611 University Drive, State College, PA 16801
- Phone (814) 234-6060
- Website statecollegeeyecare.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 8 AM-4:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 8 AM-4:30 PM |
| Wed | 8 AM-4:30 PM |
| Thu | 8 AM-4:30 PM |
| Fri | 8 AM-4:30 PM |
3 Visionworks
- Address 19 Colonnade Way, State College, PA 16803
- Phone (814) 867-7012
- Website locations.visionworks.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 9 AM-7 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 9 AM-7 PM |
| Wed | 9 AM-7 PM |
| Thu | 9 AM-7 PM |
| Fri | 9 AM-7 PM |
| Sat | 9 AM-7 PM |
| Sun | Closed |
4 Central Penn Vision Associates
- Address 1363 North Atherton Street, State College, PA 16803
- Phone (814) 238-2862
- Website centralpennvision.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 9 AM-5 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 9 AM-5 PM |
| Wed | 10 AM-7:30 PM |
| Thu | 9 AM-12 PM |
| Fri | 7 AM-3 PM |
5 Centre Eye Physicians & Surgeons
- Address 517 Locust Lane, State College, PA 16801
- Phone (814) 237-4105
- Website centreeye.com
Opening hours
| Mon | 8 AM-4 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 8 AM-4 PM |
| Wed | 8 AM-4 PM |
| Thu | 8 AM-4 PM |
| Fri | 8 AM-4 PM |
6 Advanced Eye Care Services
- Address 1470 Martin Street, State College, PA 16803
- Phone (814) 231-3937
- Website advancedeyecareservices.com
7 Restore Eye Care & Eye Gym
- Address 650 Grays Woods Boulevard, Port Matilda, PA 16870
- Phone (814) 272-0262
- Website restoreeyecare.com
8 Happy Valley Optical
- Address 208 South Allen Street, State College, PA 16801
- Website happyvalleyoptical.com
How to choose eye Doctors in State College
- Check that the provider is licensed. You can look up any Pennsylvania medical license on the Department of State's PALS website.
- Confirm that they accept your insurance plan and whether you need a referral from your primary care doctor.
- Look at hospital affiliations. Many State College practices belong to a larger health system, which makes referrals and records easier.
- Ask about wait times for new patients, telehealth visits and after-hours coverage.
- Read recent patient reviews, but focus on patterns (communication, billing, wait times) rather than one-off complaints.
Local tips for State College
Demand for many services, from movers to cleaners to restaurants, rises and falls with the Penn State academic calendar, especially at move-in and move-out.
Book movers, hotels and restaurants well in advance around home football games, graduation and Arts Fest in July.
State College is in Centre County, and local phone numbers use the 814 area code. Popular areas include Downtown, College Heights, Highlands, Holmes-Foster, Penn State campus, Nittany Crossing, Park Forest.
Frequently asked questions
Which eye Doctors in State College are open on weekends?
According to their listed hours, these are open on Saturday or Sunday: Visionworks. Hours can change on holidays, so call before you go.
Which areas of State College do these eye Doctors cover?
The eye Doctors on this list are located in ZIP codes 16801, 16803, 16870. Many businesses also serve nearby neighborhoods and suburbs, so ask when you call.
How do I know if a doctor is board certified?
You can check board certification for free on the American Board of Medical Specialties site (CertificationMatters.org), and verify a Pennsylvania license on the state's PALS lookup.
Do I need a referral to see eye Doctors in State College?
It depends on your insurance. HMO plans usually require a referral from your primary care physician, while PPO plans usually don't. Call your insurer or check your plan documents before booking.
What should I bring to my first appointment?
Bring a photo ID, your insurance card, a list of current medications and doses, any recent test results and a short list of questions you want to ask.
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