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 21 December 2025

Toftrees Golf Resort
Old room but clean, excellent staff
Reviewed on 18 December 2025

The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center
The hotel room was so fresh, clean and nicely decorated! One of the nicest hotels I’ve stayed in!
Reviewed on 23 December 2025

A GREAT PLACE TO VISIT FOR FALL AND FOOTBALL GAMES, ONLY A COUPLE MILES TO PSU
Don't make the mistake. You have to stay here. Perfect size, host, and proximity to PSU .We hope to return!
Reviewed on 24 November 2025

Modern. 5 min to Penn State Breakfast included, King bed, Game Room! Toftrees
The house was so great! It was clean and had everything we needed and more! Will definitely stay here again!!Thank you!!
Reviewed on 7 December 2025

Alumni Corner
Great place for a weekend stay in Happy Valley!
Reviewed on 12 October 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.

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.
Beaver Stadium
Catch an event at Beaver Stadium during your trip to State College. You can attend a football game while 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.
