- TripBuzz found 29 things to do with kids in or near Altoona, Pennsylvania, including 10 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Huntingdon and Portage.
- From Peoples Natural Gas Field to Altoona Curve, the Altoona area offers 37 different types of family activities, including: Bowling, Amusement Parks (All Ages), Theaters and Historic Sites.
- Located in Blair County of Pennsylvania, Altoona has its roots in the railroad industry. Consequently, this medium-size city offers an array of exhibits and attractions at The Railroad Memorial Museum. Just a few miles from the museum is also the historic Horseshoe Curve where tourists can walk or take the funicular to get a closer look at the train tracks.
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Somerset Historical Center is 150 acre rural history museum. The museum features buildings, agricultural displays, artifacts and documents that serve to preserve the history of the areas rural Pennsylvania lifestyle.
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When you visit explore the museum galleries and the impressive Fort Ligonier, a full-scale, on-site restoration/reconstruction of the 1758 – 1766 original, you will be traveling back in time. Situated on a commanding hilltop in the Laurel Highlands, the 18th century fort contains historical exhibits and activ…
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A local community group who regularly stage theatrical plays and musicals, The Valley Players of Ligonier base their operations at the restored Ligonier Theater. In addition to regularly scheduled productions, the group also offer special performances for schools and groups.
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Supporting live entertainment in the community, Ligonier Theater hosts a variety of shows and events. Some upcoming shows include a comedy farce, fundraising events, movies, and popular musicals such as Oklahoma!
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A group of seven trail organizations from all over the surrounding region, the Allegheny Trail Alliance is devoted to maintaining the Great Allegheny Passage, which is a 150 mile system of trails.
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Fort Ligonier: The Museum is an epicenter of our nation's early history. Exhibits include George Washington's early military career, The Forbes Trail, and the history of Fort Ligonier itself from its creation in 1758.
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Open 7 days a week, Ligonier Lanes is a Pennsylvania community favorite. In addition to a great game of bowling, the kitchen provides tasty snacks such as spinach artichoke dip, sweet potato fries, and buffalo chicken dip.
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Take in Story Book Forest, Confusion Hill, Alligator Swamp, Bubbling Springs, Jungle Catch or Net Climb when visiting Idlewild & SoakZone. Idlewild is a family amusement park situated near Ligonier, Pennsylvania, United States, about 50 miles east of Pittsburgh.