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Things to see in Altoona, Pennsylvania (United States): 22 places and when to go
Altoona, Pennsylvania is a town in United States with around 79,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 22 places in and around it, mainly Nature (13), Wildlife (8), History (5). The best known are Horseshoe Curve, Leap-The-Dips and Pine Knob. The best time to come is April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 14 h 53 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 07. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United States · 40.5186, -78.395
- Population
- About 79,000
- Places
- 22 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (13) · Wildlife (8) · History (5) · Mountains (4) · With kids (2) · Temples (2)
- Best time
- April to October.
- Also possible
- November to March.
- Nearest airport
- EWR Newark, 358 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Blue Knob, at 953 m.
What to see in Altoona, Pennsylvania
The places in and around Altoona, Pennsylvania, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Horseshoe CurveTriple-tracked railroad curve on the Norfolk Southern Railway's Pittsburgh Line7.9 km
- Leap-The-DipsHistoric roller coaster in Pennsylvania5.4 km
- Pine KnobMountain in Blair County, Pennsylvania, United States23 km
- Ritchey KnobMountain in Blair County, Pennsylvania, United States22 km
- Schaefer HeadMountain in Blair County, Pennsylvania, United States26 km
- Basilica of St. Michael the ArchangelChurch in Pennsylvania, United States20 km
- Blue KnobMountain in Pennsylvania, USA29 km
- Gallitzin State ForestState forest in Pennsylvania, United States25 km
- Tytoona CaveCave in Pennsylvania, United States18 km
- Canoe Creek State ParkState park in Pennsylvania, United States10 km
- DelGrosso's ParkAmusement park located in Tipton, Pennsylvania15 km
- Prince Gallitzin State ParkState park in Pennsylvania, United States21 km
- Pennsylvania State Game Lands Number 108Park in Cambria County, Pennsylvania, United States of America18 km
- Pennsylvania State Game Lands Number 147Park in the United States of America14 km
- Pennsylvania State Game Lands Number 158Park in the United States of America19 km
- Pennsylvania State Game Lands Number 60Park in the United States of America28 km
- Temple Beth IsraelReform synagogue in Altoona, Pennsylvania3.0 km
- Birmingham BridgeBridge in United States of America22 km
- Lilly BridgeBridge in United States of America22 km
- Railroaders Memorial MuseumRailroad museum in Altoona, Pennsylvania669 m
- Fort RoberdeauHistory12 km
- Mountain Lion ObservatoryObservatory13 km
When to go to Altoona, Pennsylvania
The best time to visit Altoona, Pennsylvania is April to October; also possible: November to March. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:25
- FebPossible10:27
- MarPossible11:41
- AprBest time13:05
- MayBest time14:15
- JunBest time14:53
- JulBest time14:37
- AugBest time13:37
- SepBest time12:15
- OctBest time10:54
- NovPossible9:42
- DecPossible9:07
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 53 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 07. In April, 21 of the 22 places are at their best.
When to go to United States in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Altoona, Pennsylvania
The nearest main airport is Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR, Newark), 358 km as the crow flies. How to get around United States (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
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- Rockhill Furnace5 places52 km
- State College, Pennsylvania23 places55 km
- Grampian5 places55 km
- Indiana7 places66 km
- Williamstown7 places72 km
And all of United States, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Altoona, Pennsylvania?
The best known: Horseshoe Curve, Leap-The-Dips, Pine Knob, Ritchey Knob, Schaefer Head. In all, 22 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Altoona, Pennsylvania?
April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 14 h 53 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 07.
How do you get to Altoona, Pennsylvania?
The nearest main airport is Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), 358 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Altoona, Pennsylvania as the destination and these 22 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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