Altoona, PA

This iconic 1854 engineering marvel helps trains climb the Allegheny Mountains via a semicircular track. From the observation deck, watch locomotives navigate the historic curve that revolutionized rail travel.

This interactive museum chronicles the lives of Pennsylvania Railroad workers in a historic 1882 building. Explore three floors of exhibits, life-size replicas, and the outdoor railyard featuring restoration projects.

Watch Altoona Curve baseball games against the backdrop of a mountain and the Skyliner roller coaster from adjacent Lakemont Park. Evening games offer spectacular sunsets over the first-base side.

This stately Greek Revival mansion offers an intimate glimpse into a 19th-century iron magnate's opulent lifestyle. Rooms showcase original furnishings while revealing Blair County's industrial heritage.

Glide across Altoona's premier NHL-sized rink at this year-round indoor skating destination. Perfect for family outings with skate rentals available and regular public sessions for all skill levels.

You can enjoy retail therapy at Plank Road Commons during your trip to Altoona. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

This Victorian mansion houses interactive exhibits where children role-play in grocery stores and perform on stage. Families explore multiple floors of imaginative play spaces in a uniquely historic setting.

This reconstructed Revolutionary War fortification protected vital lead mining for the Continental Army. Explore the historic stockade, period buildings, and the Mountain Lion Observatory for stargazing.