Head to the captivating city of Central Pennsylvania
Take a vacation to Central Pennsylvania and enjoy the area's entertainment, theater scene and history. Renowned for its university setting, sporting events and shopping, this city welcomes all visitors. Many of our vacation rentals offer full kitchens, spacious living quarters, and sometimes even a hot tub for a relaxing getaway.
Sightseeing in and around Central Pennsylvania
Are you looking for top things to see and do while you're in town? Venture out of your cozy vacation rental and experience everything that makes Central Pennsylvania a fun place to get away. Here are some of the top attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Tussey Mountain (2.8 mi / 4.4 km)
- Mount Nittany Vineyard & Winery (4 mi / 6.4 km)
- Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses (4.8 mi / 7.7 km)
- Happy Valley Winery (5.2 mi / 8.4 km)
- DelGrosso's Amusement Park (27.1 mi / 43.5 km)
- Creekside Rock and Gems (10.9 mi / 17.5 km)
Exploring the natural features in Central Pennsylvania
Whether you're an adventurous traveler or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Central Pennsylvania is a great place to get out in nature. Here are a few of the area's most eye-catching natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- The Arboretum at Penn State (4.9 mi / 7.9 km)
- Talleyrand Park (10.8 mi / 17.4 km)
- Penn's Cave (13.2 mi / 21.3 km)
- Little Juniata River (19.6 mi / 31.6 km)
- Lincoln Caverns and Whisper Rocks (22.3 mi / 35.8 km)
- Allegrippis Trailhead (28 mi / 45.1 km)
How to get to and around Central Pennsylvania
Fly into State College, PA (SCE-University Park), the closest airport, located 7 mi (11.3 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you could also fly into Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County), which is 42 mi (67.6 km) away.
If you're traveling by train, Lewistown Station, Huntingdon Station and Tyrone Station are the main stations in the area.