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Popular places to visit
Penn State Altoona
Explore the campus of Penn State Altoona during your visit to Altoona. Attend a baseball game or football game in this family-friendly area.
Lakemont Park and the Island Waterpark
Bring your family to Lakemont Park and the Island Waterpark and have a fun-filled day at this amusement park in Altoona. Attend a baseball game or football game in this family-friendly area.
Peoples Natural Gas Field
Explore the great outdoors at Peoples Natural Gas Field, a lovely green space in Altoona. Attend a baseball game or football game in this family-friendly area.
Altoona Vacations
Altoona, Pennsylvania is a fascinating city steeped in railroad history. Whether your goal is to enjoy a scenic railroad ride or learn more about the city's intriguing past, you'll come away from Altoona all-inclusive vacations relaxed and well-rounded.
Major Attractions
An Altoona vacation is not complete without a visit to the Altoona Railroaders Memorial Museum. The interactive museum provides a unique overview of railroad history in Pennsylvania. You'll learn exactly what it was like to toil day-in and day-out as a railroad worker, and you'll be grateful for the rest and relaxation afforded by vacation packages to Altoona. Further your understanding of local railroad history at the Horseshoe Curve National Historic Landmark, which highlights the railroad that made the city of Altoona possible.
For a break from trains, use the convenience of Altoona car rentals to access Canoe Creek State Park, where you can enjoy hours of lakeside fun. After a long day of boating and hiking, you'll be ready for a laid-back night at one of several peaceful Altoona hotels.
Recurring Festivals and Events
During the third weekend of May, Pennsylvania's most talented artists gather in Altoona for the Blair County Arts Festival. While attending this popular event, be sure to check out one of over two dozen live performances scattered throughout the Penn State Altoona campus. After the concert, take in the local talent at the vendor area. Thanks to the savings made possible by package deals to Altoona, you'll be more than willing to splurge on a piece of local artwork. What better way to commemorate your vacation than with a beautiful painting created by an Altoona-based artist?
From railroad museums to art festivals, there are plenty of affordable activities to keep you entertained in Altoona. Save even more by using the Travelocity app, which features a variety of excellent mobile exclusive deals.
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