Location: Altoona
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Altoona is a city in Blair County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is the principal city of the Altoona Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA). The population was 46,320 at the time of the 2010 Census, making it the eleventh most populous city in Pennsylvania. The Altoona MSA includes all of Blair County and was recorded as having a population of 127,089 at the 2010 Census, around 100,000 of whom live within a 5-mile (8.0 km) radius of the Altoona city center according to U.S. Census ZIP Code population data. This includes the adjacent boroughs of Hollidaysburg and Duncansville, adjacent townships of Logan, Allegheny, Blair, Frankstown, Antis, and Tyrone, as well as nearby boroughs of Bellwood and Newry.
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1. Horseshoe Curve National Historic Landmark
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 556 reviews
An unusual construction of rail-building that enabled trains to move westward.
Reviewed By karenh395 - Warminster, United States
Spent a couple of hours watching trains and having a picnic lunch. There are tables and running space for families with wee ones. A schedule of all the trains coming through, where they originated and where they are headed is available at visitor center On-site there is housed a very interesting and informative history of Horseshoe Curve and how it came to be built and by whom! This is a must see for rail enthusiasts for sure but families and anyone interested in seeing something unique
2. Altoona Railroaders Memorial Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 302 reviews
A museum celebrating the history of the railroad in industrial America.
Reviewed By Pzini - Cherry Hill, United States
Well done exhibits and displays here are of interest to both rail fans and others. Admittedly, casual observers (like my wife) will begin to get bored before rail fans (me) have gotten their fill, but the 3 floors of exhibits are high quality and should be of interest to all. There is also a small theater included that shows 2 different movies on a continuous loop. Be sure to walk outside to the locomotive shop / roundhouse where you will see locos and train cars under renovation. Continue on the outside loop and walk over the covered pedestrian bridge that crosses the Norfolk Southern RR tracks to the Amtrak station. Numerous trains pass under here daily on their way to and from the Horseshoe Curve- if you watch for 30 minutes, you may see several. For additional rail action, if you are a fan, after leaving the museum, drive north for 2 miles on 6th Ave and turn left on 8th St, which will take you over the 8th St bridge, which crosses the huge Norfolk Southern yard, and more good viewing of train action. Continue on 8th St to the left at 4th Ave, and you will pass the N.S. Juniata Locomotive Shop, where you will see dozens of locos parked on sidings (alas, no tours that I am aware of). Your museum ticket includes admission to the Horshoe Curve, and whether a rail fan or not, this is a must see. It is a short drive from the museum. The scenery is beautiful, and the trains pass by with amazing frequency, and very close to the observation area.
3. Peoples Natural Gas Field
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4.5 based on 173 reviews
Reviewed By skipper601
Well worth the stop and watch them play ball. Great games are played here and you just might see or talk to the next Pittsburgh Pirate.. Some have been discovered here. The one good thing is Lakemont Park is right next door.. Fun all day long.
4. Fort Roberdeau
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4.5 based on 44 reviews
Reviewed By wwleaderlydia - Philadelphia, United States
Very interesting tour of the Fort. Thanks to our guide Nicki. A piece of history we never knew. Beautiful grounds to take pictures
5. Benzel Pretzel Outlet
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4.5 based on 31 reviews
Reviewed By TLJade - Norfolk, United States
This is a hidden gem. We come here every time we visit Altoona. I live in Virginia and come up here several times a year. The folks back home request we bring them some goodies!
6. Boyer Candy Factory Outlet
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4.5 based on 99 reviews
Reviewed By jmagazzu
Growing up with Mallo Cups as a favorite candy, this visit was perfection. It's a rather small shop, but the staff member was super friendly and there are SO many options of ways to indulge. Loved it!
7. Lakemont Park
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