Location: Johnstown
Top Things to do in Johnstown
Top 8 Things to do in Johnstown, United States
Johnstown is a city in Cambria County, Pennsylvania, United States, 43 miles (69 km) west-southwest of Altoona and 67 miles (108 km) east of Pittsburgh. The population was 20,978 at the 2010 census and estimated to be 20,402 in 2013. It is the principal city of the Johnstown, Pennsylvania, Metropolitan Statistical Area, which includes Cambria County.
Restaurants in Johnstown
1. Johnstown Inclined Plane
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 388 reviews
Built to remove citizens from Johnstown in case of a flood, this is the world's steepest vehicular inclined plane.
Reviewed By jlsween98 - Carlisle, Pennsylvania
Great tourist attraction! We spent time going up and down several times throughout the day viewing the city at different times.
2. Johnstown Flood Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 251 reviews
Reviewed By ChefRamsayTravels
It was a nice little place to visit, but clearly it is poorly managed. First, as others have stated, it is very small with not a lot in it. With that said, the stuff it has is REALLY cool, there just isn't nearly enough stuff (probably because of the small size). Also it is largely based around a 25ish minute documentary in their upstairs theater that you could probably watch on YouTube. The thing I found most shocking was that they had no copies of David McCullough's book. Not only is that the most obvious thing in the world that they should have in their gift shop, when you get into the museum you see things about his book and how his book is largely the reason for there being a museum. Whoever is in charge should buy like a few thousand copies as cheap as possible in bulk, keep them in storage and then sell them for a ludicrous amount of money like $30 a copy so people can "humblebrag" and say "Oh, I have that book. I bought MY copy at the Johnstown Flood Museum... it was rather expensive there but I am happy to help contribute to the museum and keep history alive..." Seriously, there is no reason they should ever be out of copies of that book there, but not only were they out of copies the lady up front said that they are always running out and can't keep them in stock. Seriously, person in charge, if you're reading this, PLAN AHEAD BETTER!!! But in conclusion, there are a lot worse ways to spend a couple hours of time and at $9 an adult that prices aren't horrible. I don't think I have any reason to go back, but I am happy that I went.
3. Grandview Cemetery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 81 reviews
Reviewed By Kathy S - Virginia Beach, Virginia
I visited my grandparents' graves, and stopped at the plot for the unknown victims of the Flood. Quite a lovely spot.
4. Heritage Discovery Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 75 reviews
Reviewed By chuck k - Madison, Wisconsin
This museum covered two big things, both which really taught us something. The part of immigrants was very instructive especially the challenges they faced in discrimination and their family life. Allowed me to understand my father's early life down in Pittsburgh, where he was son of Ukrainian immigrants. The steel exhibit was good but especially the movie. Such a big part of Johnstown and Pennsylvania history. Spent almost 2 hours here.
5. Cambria County War Memorial Arena
Overall Ratings
4 based on 55 reviews
Reviewed By Jonathan K - Pennsylvania
Each year we attend a free convention here in June, and it is always interesting to see how the facility is holding up. They got a nice new video board in the center of the arena from winning the Hockeyville contest, that is great. There is not a bad seat in the house is it is a small, intimate venue. it'd be nice if Johnstown could win Hockeyville again and get some more upgrades, the building does show its age. That said it is a decent place to attend an event, as it has little traffic, good parking prices, good ticket prices.
6. B&L Wine Cellars
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
B & L Wine Cellars is a small urban winery featuring wines made from Pennsylvania grapes and some fruit from other areas. We have live music every Sunday.
Reviewed By BillieGirl20 - Tire Hill, PA
Amazing winery with wonderful owners and staff. I am, by no means a wine connoisseur, but I know what tastes good and what I like. There are numerous wines here for any palette from dry reds to fruit wines for dessert and tastings are provided, sometimes, free of charge (usually for special events / otherwise, 3 for $1). This place is comfortable, the owners make you feel special and at home. There is no stuffiness about this place and it's a joy to stop for a bottle or a glass. Give this place a try - it's Awesome
7. Greenhouse Park
Overall Ratings
4 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By BillieGirl20 - Tire Hill, PA
I have been to numerous picnics and events at Greenhouse including graduations, Union picnics, nighttime events, etc. Everything is standard...the pavilions are nice enough, (be aware) the bathrooms are outhouses (I live close enough that I go home versus using).
The work they've done to make the park accessible in using the river is phenomenal and a great addition to the community. It's kept relatively clean and a nice place if you're into that kind of thing.
My problem is that when there are no events taking place, the park has a "no dog" rule...it would make an excellent place to walk (and for dogs to swim in summer). I understand that there would be an issue with dogs and their bathroom "etiquette", however, if it became an issue, it would be the owner's problem. Responsible dog owners should not have to suffer because irresponsible ones don't pick up after their dogs.
8. Wagner-Ritter House and Garden
Overall Ratings
4 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By Quasimama - Port St Lucie, FL
This is a well cared-for family home from 1860, continuously occupied by the Wagners, then by their daughter's family who married a Ritter, until the 1990's. Most furnishings are family heirlooms; even the wallpaper is authentic! There's a lovely heritage garden out back, complete with compost pile, root cellar, and "biffy". Lobby display tells the story of the families, who were workers in the Cambria Mills. Admission is included with the Johnstown Flood Museum and Heritage Discovery Center.
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