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Tour. Roar. Explore... Central PA! Plan your trip with us and we will help you with all the logistics! From routing your tour to meeting your transportation needs or finding the right step-on-guide, we will help you make the journey a memorable one!We are easily accessible from I-80 and I-99.
Services Offered:• Plan and Coordinate Site Visits• Send RFPs to your Preferred Hotels• Coordinate Transportation and Step-on-guides • Provide Welcome Bags for Overnight Groups• Presentations at your Office• Assistance with Packaging Group Tours• Familiarization Tours• Marketing Support (Travel Guide, etc..)
For more information on bringing your group tours to State College, contact Brenda Hall, Sales Manager/Tour Coordinator, at [email protected] or 800-358-5466 or (814) 231-1401.
Welcome!
ContentsTransportation ---------------------------------------------------------------- Driving Directions ----------------------------------------------------------- Ag Tours ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Arts & Antiques --------------------------------------------------------------- Family Fun ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Caves & Caverns -------------------------------------------------------------- Fall Foliage --------------------------------------------------------------------- Holiday Spirit ----------------------------------------------------------------- Educational Tours - --------------------------------------------------------- Student Tours ----------------------------------------------------------------- Central PA Tasting Trail --------------------------------------------------Happy Valley Culinary Week----------------------------------------------Central PA. Roar. Tour. Explore ------------------------------------------ Festivals & Special Events ------------------------------------------------- Hotels ------------------------------------------------------------------------Overnight Stays & Small Venues --------------------------------------- Restaurants ------------------------------------------------------------------- Need More Ideas? -----------------------------------------------------------
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Air ServiceUniversity Park Airport is located five minutes from downtown State College and the Penn State campus. Private or charter aircraft may fly into University Park Airport. Please call (814) 865-5511 to make arrangements. There are facilities for overnight accommodations, fuel and maintenance services for aircraft. Harrisburg International Airport, located 90 miles from State College.
University Park Airport/Centre County Airport Authority..................................(814) 237-2011Harrisburg International Airport ....................... 888-235-9442Delta ............................................................................ 800-225-2525US Airways Express .................................................800-428-4322United Express ......................................................... 800-241-6522
TaxisAA Taxi Inc. .............................................................. (814) 231-8294Taxi by Handy Delivery ........................................ (814) 355-5555
Transportation
MotorcoachFullington Trailways and Greyhound Lines connections are available to and from State College. CATA is available for local service.
CATA/Centre Area Transportation Authority....(814 ) 238-2282Fullington Trailways .............................................(814) 238-1100Greyhound Bus Lines ...........................................(814) 238-7971Fullington VIP Limousine .....................................800-435-6556
RailwayState College is serviced by AMTRAK via stations in Harrisburg, Altoona, LewistownAmtrak .........................................................................800-872-7245
Rental CarsAvis-Rent-A-Car, University Park Airport .......(814) 237-9750Hertz Rent-A-Car, University Park Airport .....(814) 237-1728Enterprise .................................................................(814) 238-4450
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From New York CityI-80 West. In PA, exit from I-80 (the Keystone Shortway) at Exit #161 (Bellefonte) and follow I-99/Route 220 South to State College.
From PhiladelphiaTake the Northeast Extension of the Pennsylvania Turnpike to I-80. Take Exit #161 (Bellefonte) and follow I-99/Route 220 South to State College. -OR- Take Philadelphia Schuylkill Expressway to the Pennsylvania Turnpike, leave the Turnpike at Exit #247 (Harrisburg East), and follow I-283 to I-83 and proceed North on I-83 to the I-81 interchange. Then follow I-81 West to Route 322, 22 West Exit. Proceed West on Route 322 through Lewistown to State College.
From PittsburghFollow Route 22 East to Duncansville, I-99/Route 220 North to Route 322 East to Mt. Nittany Expressway/State College.-OR- Follow Route 22 East beyond Duncansville to Water Street, Route 45 East to Pine Grove Mills and Route 26 North to State College.
DISTANCE FROM MAJOR CITIES:City Miles City Miles
Baltimore 186 Harrisburg 88
Philadelphia 190 Pittsburgh 140
Washington, DC 209 New York City 250
From Washington D.C.Take Route 270 to Frederick then Route 70 to Breezewood - PA turnpike (Exit #161) - and go one Exit West to Bedford (Exit #146); Take I-99 North to Rt. 220 to Route 322 East to State College. -OR- Take I-95 or the Baltimore-Washington Parkway to Baltimore, West loop I-695 to I-83 North. Continue on I-83 North to the I-81 interchange. Then follow I-81 West to Route 322, 22 Exit. Proceed West on Route 322 to Lewistown and State College.
From the WestTake I-80 to Exit #123 (Woodland) just East of Clearfield, then Route 322 East to State College. -OR- One may also Exit I-80 at Exit #161 (Bellefonte) and follow I-99/Route 220 South to State College.
Driving Directions
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Penn State UniversityPenn State Berkey Creamery, Pasto Ag Museum, one of the first land-grant universities
Penn State Ag Progress DaysExhibits feature the latest technology, research, educational programs, guided tour; one of only three agricultural exhibitions in the country sponsored by a major University.
Tait Farm Foods Methods in organic growing, gardening classes, farm events, harvest shop and greenhouse
Way Fruit FarmFifth generation owned and operated farm, gift shop, workshops, café, Festivals
The Arboretum at Penn StateOutreach, teaching, research facility dedicated to preserving the beauty and ecological functions of vegetated landscapes
Ag Tours
WineriesMount Nittany Vineyard & Winery, Seven Mountains Wine Cellars, Happy Valley Vineyard & Winery, Brookmere Winery & Vineyard Inn, Shade Mountain Vineyard
BreweriesElk Creek Café Alehouse, Otto’s Pub & Brewery, Happy Valley Brewing Co., Robin Hood Brewing Co. offer locally made brews
Distilleries & CideriesBig Spring Spirits, Barrel 21 Distillery & Dining, Mount Nittany Distillery, Keewaydin Cider Mill, Good Intent Cider
Central PA Farmer’s MarketsOffering a vast array of locally-sourced goods -- produce, flowers, baked goods, jams and jellies, even honey!
Centre County Grange Fair & FairgroundsThe Nation’s most unique and one of the only encampment fairs left in the United States; contests, animals, exhibits, farm equipment, food, rides, camping
Tait Farm Foods
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Art & Antiques
Palmer Museum of ArtA permanent collection of European, Non-Western, and American works of art and exhibitions
Hub-Robeson GalleriesShowcases emerging as well as established artists
The Art Alliance of Central PennsylvaniaOriginal works of local artists; cornerstone of the Art Thrives on 45 Art Trail
The Gallery Shop Original works by local artists
Aaronsburg PotteryFine functional stoneware, silver, jewelry, weaving, woodwork, ironwork and more! Pottery classes offered.
Apple Hill AntiquesOver 50 dealers offering an array of collectibles and antiques
Antiques by John R. Snedden, LtdAntiques and art; investment quality, country to formal; gallery setting.
2000 DegreesYou Paint the Pottery
Green Drake Gallery & Arts CenterThe Green Drake Gallery and Arts Center is a Fine art and crafts gallery combined with studio and educational space
The Land-Grant Frescoes at Penn StateAncient Medium of True Fresco by Henry Varnum Poor
Art Thrives on Route 45Interact with artists in their studios and shops! Then follow Route 45 into State College to visit additional museums and antique marts, dine out and then settle in for the evening in one of our award winning hotels or bed and breakfasts.
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Grand-Tour Sports!
• Cast a line in Fishermen’s Paradise, fish on internationally known waters frequented by past US Presidents and Vice Presidents!
• All-Sports Museum - PSU Nittany Lion sports through the years
• Tussey Mountain All Se4sons - Batting cages, zip line, go-carts, miniature golf, par 3 golf, skate park, paddle boats, skiing , tubing, snowboarding
• Medlar Field, home of MiLB State College Spikes, class ‘A’ Affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals
• Golf - Keep the family tradition going at a Marriott golf course or Mountain View Country Club - learn from the pros!
Family Fun!
Or Grand-Tour Tea!
• Tea Party in a Mansion
• Spa Day – manicures, pedicures, facials, makeup instructions
• Shopping – Vera Bradley, Pandora; historic shopping districts and malls
• Movies on the Mountain – The Mountain is your amphitheatre. Favorite family films outdoors & under the stars.
• Create a piece of art at 2000 degrees
• First Friday Adventures at Bald Eagle State Park - Year round activities 8 years and up• • Clyde Peeling’s Reptiland gives an up close and personal look at all kinds of wildlife
For Grandparents and Grandkids...
Medlar Field, home of State College Spikes
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Penn’s Cave & Wildlife ParkAmerica’s only all-water cavern and wildlife park; on the National Register of Historic Places. A one-mile guided motorboat tour, filled with colorful limestone formations, through passageways onto Lake Nita-nee. Plus a guided wildlife, farm and nature tour over 1,500 acres of Penn’s Cave fields and forests. Large gift shop, cafe, gemstone panning, and picnic areas. Year-round maze to test your sense of direction. Group tours welcome. Open February - December.
Lincoln Caverns Inc. & Whisper RocksDiscover Lincoln Caverns and Whisper Rocks, where the splendor of nature’s handiwork has been protected and preserved for your visit since they were first discovered in 1930 and 1941.
Woodward CaveThe Hall of Statues, The Hanging Forest and Tower of Babel are a must see experience on this guided tour
Indian CavernsLocated beneath the foothills of Tussey Mountain, this is a living cavern with a fascinating eco-system. With examples of Authentic Native American history, colorful local folklore,
Caves & Caverns
massive rock formations and delicate glimpses into the past packed into a 1 hour guided tour, Indian Caverns will send each member of your family home with a different lasting memory.
Penn’s Cave & Wildlife Park
Lincoln Caverns
The Underground World
Special events• Ghost & Goblin Tours• Bat Fest• Spring & fall antique machinery shows & flea markets
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Tait Farm FoodsDiscover a seasonal abundance of foods and crafts
Way Fruit FarmApple and Pumpkin Festival and Cider Demo Day, Apple Slingshot
WoolrichThe original outdoor clothing company and outlet
HiawathaA paddlewheel excursion boat that cruises up and down the Susquehanna River, luncheon and dinner cruises
Piper Aviation Museum The place where the cub was born
Autumn Train ExcursionsLeaving from the historic train station in Bellefonte
Fall Foliage
Arboretum at Penn State A sculptural piece of art and functional sundial is featured in the gardens
Travel the Back Roads into a Kaleidoscope of Fall Color!
Hiawatha Paddlewheel Riverboat
The Underground World
Special events• Ghost & Goblin Tours• Bat Fest• Spring & fall antique machinery shows & flea markets
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Historic Bellefonte - Bellefonte Victorian ChristmasVictorian Teas, horse drawn carriage rides, strolling musicians, concerts, crafts, food
Boalsburg - A Hometown ChristmasCaroling, Christmas Tree Lighting, Breakfast with Santa, exhibit tours, Children’s Story Time, cookie contest
Santa ExpressA unique adventure takes you back in time on a train with a cast of holiday characters and a reading of the Polar Express!
Festival of TreesA winter wonderland of trees, craft vendors, entertainmentProceeds help support The United Way
Lemont Christmas MarketGerman-style celebration with crafts, food & music, and festive speeder trains running through Lemont.
First NightRing in the New Year with carved ice sculptures, musical and
Holiday Spirit Mystery Tours
vaudeville performances, carriage rides, visiting reindeer, art workshops, food vendors, 5K Resolution Run
Holiday Lights on the LakeDrive through 51-acres of holiday lights, visit Santa’s gift shop & model train villageThe Avenue of Trees and Santa’s Safari
Bellefonte Victorian Christmas
Historic Bellefonte
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Mystery ToursDid you ever wonder...
The Penn State Breazeale Nuclear Reactor, designated an historic landmark, has a history rich in safety, education, research, and training stretching back to the mid 1950s. But the first nuclear reactor is also on the cutting-edge of research and technology.Used exclusively for research, scientists developed new colors of Poinsettias and African Violets through radiation gene therapy.rsec.psu.edu
Visit PSU and the Meteorology Department, where one in four meteorologists in the United States learned to predict the weather. State College is also the home of global weather giant Accu Weather. accuweather.com
Big Spring Spirits is the first LEED-certified distillery in the U.S!bigspringspirits.com
Historic homes built through mail-order catalog pattern books and shipped by train in pieces ready for assembly, State College is home to several of these charming pieces of the past. Check out the walking tour of College Heights Historic Registry. Guide service can be provided. statecollegehighlands.org/images/documents/highlands_walking_tour.pdf
The MorningStar Solar Home is a net-zero home: it produces as much (and even more) energy as it consumes. Built for the 2007 Solar Decathlon, the Penn State team’s entry placed 4th among 20 international universities. sustainability.psu.edu/morningstar-solar-home
The Nation’s Oldest Nuclear Reactor
Accuweather
Distillery
Morning Star Solar Home
Sears & Roebuck Historic Homes
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Shavers Creek Environmental CenterDiscovery WalksGuided Tours of the Environmental Center and Raptor Center Build your own themeSecondary-School Class field trip
Penn's CaveAmerica’s only all-water cavern & Wildlife Park
Discovery SpaceExperience, Explore, Discover, Create your own amazing adventure!
Millbrook Marsh Nature CenterEducational and recreational programs availableOpen 7 days a week for day-use for hiking, bird watching, picnicking, & more!
American Philatelic CenterLocated in a historic match factory, programs designed for your zip code
Student Tours
Entertainment• Baseball• Bowling• Canoeing• Amusement Parks• Paint Ball
PA Military MuseumExhibits, Artifacts that recount PA citizens who served our country
The Arboretum at Penn StateOutreach, teaching, research facility dedicated to preserving the beauty and ecological functions of vegetated landscapes
Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania
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Experience all the featured menus, chef demos, special events and more!
HappyCulinaryWeek.com
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Tour.Centre Furnance MansionOnce home to the 1800’s Centre Furnace Ironmaster, Moses Thompson, Centre Furnace was the first charcoal iron furnace in Centre County and the birthplace of Penn State University. Group tours available by appointment814-234-4779 / centrecountyhistory.org
Columbus Chapel/Boal Mansion Museum Inherited and imported by the Boal family in 1909, the chapel is said to have been the Christopher Columbus family chapel in Spain and is the only tangible link to Columbus in the United States. Driver and escort are complimentary; bus parking available. 814-466-6210 / boalmansion.com
Pennsylvania Military MuseumThis recently renovated museum commemorates the sacrifices of Pennsylvania’s Keystone Division. Driver and escort are complimentary; bus parking available.814-466-6263
Victorian Bellefonte Tours and TeaTravel through time along a 19th century streetscape, tour a Queen Anne style home and an ornate mansion built in 1885, attend a Victorian tea party and stroll through the unique shops. Guided tours are available by request.814-355-7946
Central Pennsylvania...
ROAR.Bryce Jordan CenterPlays host to top name entertainers, musicians, Big Ten sports, tournaments, tradeshows and more! The arena seats 16,000; offers complete conference services; located on the Penn State University Park campus. Bus parking is available.800-863-3336 / bjc.psu.edu
Center for the Performing ArtsFeaturing world-class symphonies, ballets and Broadway shows.814-863-0255 / cpa.psu.edu
Palmer Museum of ArtFeaturing visual art and art exhibits; located on the Penn State University Park Campus.814-865-7672 / psu.edu/dept/palmermuseum
Penn State All-Sports MuseumWalk through the history of Penn State Athletics.814-865-5985 / gopsusports.com
Penn State UniversityEducational tours for everyone from students to special interest groups. Enjoy the many museums and include a stop at Berkey Creamery for its world-famous ice cream!814-865-8687 / psu.edu
Pegula Ice ArenaHome to Penn State Hockey and community skating programs.814-865-4102 / gopsusports.com
EXPLORE.Penn’s CaveAmerica’s only all-water cavern and wildlife sanctuary. One mile, 60 minute guided motorboat tour of limestone cavern, and/or one hour guided tour of wildlife sanctuary. Airplane rides, gift shop, snack bar, gemstone panning. 18 miles east of State College on PA Route 192 near Centre Hall. Driver and escort are complimentary; bus parking available. 814-364-1664 / pennscave.com
Piper Aviation MuseumTour the beginnings of the Piper Aircraft Corporation. William T. Piper developed an assembly line production system in the 1900’s enabling the company to becoming America’s foremost small plane manufacturer. 570-748-8283
Shaver’s Creek Environmental CenterExperience the nuances of nature... non-releasable owls, hawks, vultures, eagles and falcons at the Raptor Center; picnic in the gardens or lakeside.814-863-2000 / shaverscreek.org
Tussey Mountain Family Fun CenterYear-round Family Fun Center Rt. 322, 4 miles east of State College. Ski, snowboard and tube in the winter; enjoy golf, batting cages, miniature golf, Go-Karts, concerts and movies in the summer. Equipment rentals, Winter Sports School and snack bar; group discounts available. 814-466-6266 / tusseymountain.com
History to tour, crowds that roar, places to explore!
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Festivals & Special Events
Blue White GamePenn State Football annual spring scrimmage game; free admissionApril | gopsusports.com
Central PA Orchid ShowMay | centralpaorchidsociety.org
Day in Towne, Memorial Day in Boalsburg VillageVisit the birthplace of Memorial Day!May | 814-466-6311
Trans-Sylvania Mountain Bike EpicMay | tsepic.com
Bellefonte CruiseThe two-day weekend in June features custom cars and hundreds of auto enthusiasts. June | bellefontecruise.org
PA Special OlympicsJune | specialolympicspa.org
Happy Valley Culinary WeekA week-long celebration of local foods and the chefs who prepare it.Summer | happyculinaryweek.com
Nittany Antique Machinery ShowSpring and fall event includes farm equipment, steam-powered machinery and flea marketJune & September | nittanyantique.org
Central PA 4th FestTouted as one of the largest and best 4th of July fireworks displays in the countryJuly | 4thfest.org
People’s Choice FestivalJuly | peopleschoicefestival.com
Central PA Festival of the ArtsVisual and performing arts, featuring Children’s Day and ranked second on the list of 100 of the Best Fine Art & Design Shows in America!July | arts-festival.com
JazzPAA favorite annual festival with music, food, a cruise and more!Ju;ly | jazzpa.org
Bellefonte Arts & Crafts FairDowntown BellefonteAugust | bellefontefair.org
AG Progress Days at Rock SpringsSee the latest in farm technology, information, demonstrations, food and funAugust | agsci.psu.edu/apd
Centre County Grange FairThe largest encampment fair in the country; featuring farm equipment, exhibits, animals, food, ridesAugust | grangefair.net
The Great Insect FairOctober ento.psu.edu/public/kids/great-insect-fair
Bellefonte Victorian ChristmasCrafts, train rides, music and more! December bellefontevictorianchristmas.com
Hometown ChristmasDowntown BoalsburgDecember boalsburgvillageconservancy.org
Festival of TreesHoliday celebration; over 100 decorated trees, entertainment, food and local crafts. December | ccunitedway.org
First Night State CollegeCommunity-oriented, alcohol-free celebration of the visual and performing artsDecember/New Year’s Evefirstnightstatecollege.com
Beaver StadiumTours/Special events
Medlar Field at Lubrano ParkSpecial events and tours
DelGrosso Amusement ParkAmusement park, water park, festivals and concertsdelgrossos.com
Lakemont ParkAmusement park, Holiday Tourlakemontparkfun.com
Central PA Tasting TrailA tour of the area’s local breweries, distilleries, wineries and cideries.centralpatastingtrail.com
Contact:
Brenda HallSales Manager & Tour Coordinator800-358-5466 [email protected]
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Hotels
The Penn Stater Conference Center Hotel
Newly renovated, state of the art meeting facilities
Atherton HotelLocated downtown State College
Hotels offering restaurants, bars, pools, exercise rooms, golf shops & more
The Nittany Lion InnAAA Four Diamond Hotel; on
the National Register of Historic Hotels of America
Toftrees Golf Resort & Conference Center
Marriott golf, tennis, spa, fitness trail, sand volleyball court
Hilton Garden InnOffers a patio for warm weather
gatherings
Ramada Conference Center & Golf HotelOutdoor & Indoor pools, volleyball, horseshoes,
outdoor pavilion for a cookout
Days InnConveniently located in downtown State College
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Carnegie Inn & SpaConsistently wins the AAA Four Diamond Award, this luxurious boutique hotel and spa offers guests a truly unique lodging and dining experience of tranquility, relaxation and comfort. Voted “Best Fine Dining” restaurant, the Carnegie Inn & Spa offers extraordinary services.
Overnight Stays & Small Venues
Nature Inn at Bald Eagle Nestled within the natural beauty of Bald Eagle State Park the Nature Inn is LEED certified. The Inn offers tranquility and all that nature can provide year round.
Unique Overnight Stays...
Allen Street Grill(814) 231-4745
Celebration Hall(814) 238-0824
Damon’s(814) 237-6300
Duffy’s Boalsburg Tavern(814) 466-6241
Catering
Champs Sports Grill(814) 234-7700
Damon’s(814) 237-6300
Harrison’s Wine Grill & Catering(814) 237-4422
Hoag’s Catering(814) 238-0824
Benjamin’s Catering814-466-6865
Small VenuesOutdoor Group Dining
Centre Furnace Mansion(814) 234-4779
Ramada Conference Center(814) 238-3001
Toftrees Golf Resort & Conference Center800-252-3551
Mountain View Country Club(814) 466-7231
Seven Mountains Wine Cellars(814) 364-1000
The Queen Bed & Breakfast(814) 355-7496
Reynolds Mansion(814) 353-8407
Meeting Space & Catering
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Hotels
Best Western Plus University Park Inn & Suites • Comfort Suites • Country Inn & Suites
Courtyard by Marriott • Fairfield Inn & Suites • Hampton Inn & Suites
Hampton Inn • Holiday Inn Express • Marriott SpringHill Suites
Quality Inn • Sleep Inn • Super 8 Motel
Limited Service overnight stays with breakfast provided
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The Corner Room & Allen Street GrillA cornerstone of downtown State College and Penn State Campus
Kildare’s Irish PubAn authentic Irish experience; “Laughter is brighter where food is best” - Irish Proverb
Spat’s Cafe & SpeakeasyLaissez les bons temps rouler! (Let the good times roll!) at this award-winning cajun restaurant. Historic Rathskellar bar below is the first bar opened in State College.
Green BowlAll-you-can-eat, create-your-own stir-fry restaurant where you can watch your masterpiece transform into a delicious, edible work of art on the grill.
Dine Around Town Start in a mansion and complete your meal with an urban chic dining experience
Restaurants
Something for the most discriminating taste buds
More to choose from:• Hoss’s Steak & Seafood • Cracker Barrel• Beulah’s Bar B Que• Deli Restaurant• Duffy’s Boalsburg Tavern• Gigi’s Restaurant & Lounge• Zola New World Bistro
The Corner Room & Allen Street Grill
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Theatre• Penn State Centre Stage• The State Theatre• Boal Barn Playhouse• Millbrook Playhouse• Centre for the Performing Arts• Eisenhower Auditorium• Bryce Jordan Center
Totally Sports• Mt. Nittany Club at Beaver Stadium• Bryce Jordan Center• Medlar Field at Lubrano Park• Penn State All Sports Museum
Eco Tour Activities• Medlar Field at Lubrano Park-first stadium to be
LEED certified• The Morning Star Solar Home• Arboretum at Penn State• Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center• Tait Farm Foods / gift shop, hands on projects,
cooking classes
Go-Karts at Tussey Mountain All Se4sons
Need more ideas?
Adventure• Vertical Adventures at Stone Valley
• One of the largest adventure courses on the East Coast
• Team High Ropes Course• An Amped Up Jungle Gym• High Flying 30 Ft. Swing• 50 Ft. Climbing Wall• Team Low Challenge Course
• Tussey Mountain All Se4sons• Catered Canoe Trips• Hot Air Balloon Rides with Sky’s the Limit
Ballooning • Glider Rides at Ridge Soaring Gliderport• Pedi-cab tours with Vamos! Lion Chariot; Segway
tours with Happy Valley Tours & Biking Tours with Happy Valley Bike Tours
• Carriage Rides
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Central PA Convention & Visitors Bureau, 800 E. Park Ave., State College,. PA 16803 | P: 800-358-5466
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