State College, PA
Travel Guide
Visit State College
Where to stay in State College
Holmes-Foster
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Holmes-Foster and surrounding area, you can visit Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses and The Arboretum at Penn State.
The Highlands
The Highlands might not have many top sights, but Pegula Ice Arena and Palmer Museum of Art are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Park Forest Village
Park Forest Village is well-liked for its art galleries and theaters. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses and The Arboretum at Penn State are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
Downtown State College
If you're spending some time in Downtown State College, Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania and What-A-Blast Extreme Laser Tag are top sights worth seeing.
College Heights
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in College Heights and surrounding area, you can visit The Arboretum at Penn State and Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses.
State College South
While State College South might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Pegula Ice Arena and Bryce Jordan Center.
The Nittany Lion Inn
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Reviewed on 25 January 2026
The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center
Room was well appointed and clean. The staff was top notch!
Reviewed on 28 January 2026
Toftrees Golf Resort
Clean room and the staff goes above and beyond.
Reviewed on 26 January 2026
College Heights Apt - Spacious 1BR, Full Kitchen, 2 Min Drive to Campus
amazing hosts and excellent communicators. Place was clean and exactly what we wanted/needed.
Reviewed on 11 November 2025
Spacious 4-bedroom house in State College
Great place to stay for a family or group. Nice setting in a quiet neighborhood.
Reviewed on 18 August 2025
2 Bedroom, Sleeps 8-10, close to Penn State, Stadium and Downtown! HOT TUB!
Great house for two families. Host was very good at communicating. We had a small issue and the host was quick to resolve. Good location near restaurants and stores. House was nicely decorated and gad everything we needed. Just one note: the mattresses in the bedrooms are very thin so expect hard/firm ...
Reviewed on 9 November 2025
Popular places to visit
Pennsylvania State University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Pennsylvania State University, during your trip to State College. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Beaver Stadium
Catch an event at Beaver Stadium during your trip to State College. You can attend a football game while in the area.
The Arboretum at Penn State
Explore the great outdoors at The Arboretum at Penn State, a lovely green space in State College. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Bryce Jordan Center
Catch an event at Bryce Jordan Center during your trip to State College. Attend a football game or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Pegula Ice Arena
Catch an event at Pegula Ice Arena during your trip to State College. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Mount Nittany Medical Center
Though Mount Nittany Medical Center might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of State College while you are here.
