Free & Cheap Things to Do in Altoona, PA

  • The list below includes 27 free or cheap things to do in or near Altoona, Pennsylvania, including 41 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Historic Sites, Movie Theaters and Bars.
  • From Peoples Natural Gas Field to Horseshoe Curve National Historic Landmark, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Altoona and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Huntingdon and Portage.
  • The list below includes 27 free or cheap things to do in or near Altoona, Pennsylvania, including 41 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Historic Sites, Movie Theaters and Bars.
  • From Peoples Natural Gas Field to Horseshoe Curve National Historic Landmark, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Altoona and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Huntingdon and Portage.
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40.5 Miles
100% 17 votes
Art Gallery 732 Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PA 15701 MoreLess Info
Mixing a blend of coffee and art, The Artists Hand Gallery & Espresso Bar is a popular location for art lovers. The gallery sells a multitude of affordable local art pieces and contains a coffee bar for its patrons on-site.
40.5 Miles
100% 2 votes
Art Gallery 732 Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PA 15701 MoreLess Info
Providing a variety of espresso drinks, The Artists Hand features baristas that can perform coffee art. The coffee shop allows pets inside and is decorated with paintings from local artists.
40.5 Miles
100% 2 votes
History Museums 835 Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PA 15701 MoreLess Info
The Jimmy Stewart Museum is a historic museum that is dedicated to the life and memory of Jimmy Stewart. The museum displays artifacts from the various TV roles that Jimmy played and offers free admission to children 6 and under.
40.6 Miles
94% 89 votes
History Museums 845 Philadelphia St, 9th and Philadelphia Streets, Indiana, PA 15701 MoreLess Info
The films, art, radio, and TV history of Jimmy Stewart are in the James M. Stewart Museum. Take a tour, view the exhibits, and see the films and events throughout the year taking place in memory of Jimmy Stewart.
40.6 Miles
- 0 votes
History Museums 845 Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PA 15701 MoreLess Info
The James M Stewart Museum Foundation is a non-profit organization that has benefits including free admission to members, a 10% discount on store purchases, and a free tote bag. The foundation also gives discounts to senior citizens and military personnel.
41.5 Miles
- 2 votes
Bowling 1924 Oakland Avenue, Indiana, PA 15701 MoreLess Info
With automatic scoring technology, Mohawk Lanes offers visitors 16 lanes to bowl from. The alley also has a pro shop where visitors can pick up shoes and bowling balls, as well as a lounge to relax in.
41.8 Miles
- 6 votes
Movie Theaters 2334 Oakland Avenue, Indiana, PA 15701 MoreLess Info
Opened in 1980, Carmike Cinema 4 is a small movie theater that shows its visitors the latest Hollywood films. Amenities at the theater include concessions, digital projection, and matinee ticket specials.
42.3 Miles
50% 2 votes
Skating Rinks 2131 Shelly Drive, Indiana, PA 15701 MoreLess Info
At Indiana Skating Center, visitors can rent both roller skates and roller blades, and practice their skating skills at the rink. The rink also has an arcade area and a concession stand that serves snacks.
47.6 Miles
100% 23 votes
History Museums 10649 Somerset Pike, Farmington, PA 15501 MoreLess Info
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.
48.3 Miles
95% 172 votes
Historic Sites U.S. Route 30 and Pa. Route 711, Ligonier, PA MoreLess Info
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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