College Heights Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Pennsylvania State University
Explore the campus of Pennsylvania State University, a top university in State College. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

Beaver Stadium
Catch an event at Beaver Stadium during your trip to State College. You can attend a football match while in the area.

The Arboretum at Penn State
Explore the great outdoors at The Arboretum at Penn State, a lovely green space in State College. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Bryce Jordan Center
Catch an event at Bryce Jordan Center during your trip to State College. Attend a football match or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Pegula Ice Arena
Catch an event at Pegula Ice Arena during your trip to State College. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses
Enjoy a round of golf in State College at Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.
Top hotels in College Heights

Sleep Inn State College near Penn State
"Staff was great; best shower ever; clean; breakfast was reasonably good."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026

Comfort Suites State College near Penn State
"Everything was perfect… the kindest staff, wonderful accommodations, perfect location, above and beyond hospitality!"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026

Rodeway Inn State College - near University
"Room was clean and the location was within walking distance to dining options. Coffee and continental breakfast available in the morning. Good value for the price point."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026

The Nittany Lion Inn
"The Staff everywhere at this property is very helpful, kind and professional. The inside and outside are well maintained and provide a welcome atmosphere. There are places to eat or grab a drink that fit in to just about every budget. It’s a great experience overall from the front door!"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026

The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center
"We had a lot of ants in our room. No food for drink except water. That’s my only complaint. Everything else was great."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026

Toftrees Golf Resort
"Room is very clean and staff is very nice."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Where to stay in College Heights
The Highlands
While The Highlands isn't home to many top sights, Palmer Museum of Art and Pegula Ice Arena are some notable places to visit nearby.
Downtown State College
If you're spending some time in Downtown State College, Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania and What-A-Blast Extreme Laser Tag are top sights worth seeing.
Holmes-Foster
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Holmes-Foster and surrounding area, you can visit Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses and Palmer Museum of Art.

Park Forest Village
Park Forest Village is well liked for its art galleries and theatres. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses and The Arboretum at Penn State are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
State College South
While State College South isn't home to many top sights, Palmer Museum of Art and Pegula Ice Arena are some notable places to visit nearby.
