Things to Do with Kids in Altoona, PA

  • 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.
  • 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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40.2 Miles
100% 2 votes
Other Entertainment 225 Indian Springs Road, Indiana, PA 15701 MoreLess Info
An old-fashioned drive-in movie theater, Palace Gardens Drive-In Theatre offers a classic, nostalgic drive-in experience. The theater features window speakers and a concession stand, and has a playground for kids to use before the movie.
40.4 Miles
- 0 votes
Theaters 637 Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PA 15701 MoreLess Info
As a music venue, Indiana Theatre hosts all-ages, local and touring musician performances in a historic 1920s building. On Mondays, the theater runs free showings of classic movies in its auditorium.
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.
40.5 Miles
100% 1 votes
Theaters 725 Philadelphia Street, Indiana, PA 15701 MoreLess Info
As a community theater, Philadelphia Street Playhouse puts on local productions of plays and musicals every couple of months. The theater can be rented out for private events like birthday parties.
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.
40.8 Miles
- 0 votes
Theaters 1053-1099 Oakland Avenue, Indiana, PA 15705 MoreLess Info
Affiliated with the Ohio State University, Fisher Auditorium is a multiuse structure that hosts a variety of events, including lectures, meetings, concerts, and other functions. The auditorium was built in 1968 and named in honor of Assemblyman Ralph Fisher.
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.
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