The Highlands Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit The Highlands
Popular places to visit
Pennsylvania State University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Pennsylvania State University during your trip to State College. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're 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.
Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania
You can take time to visit Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania during your travels to State College. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops 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.
Beaver Stadium
Catch an event at Beaver Stadium during your trip to State College. You can attend a football match while 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.
Our pick of the best The Highlands Hotel Deals
Downtown State College! Carriage House at Woodruff Highlands House
It was perfect! The minute we walked through the door we felt at home. I have never stayed in a carriage house so I was unsure what the experience would be like. Jen and Mike were the perfect hosts. Plus it is in the perfect location from campus and downtown. We will absolutely return!
Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025
The Nittany Lion Inn
Excellent hotel in State College. We come back here all the time and really enjoy the service and quietness.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center
I’m a bit of a germaphobe and it’s hard to find a place where I don’t get the “ick” feeling. This place definitely is very clean and made me feel comfortable. I traveled alone as a female with my teenage daughter which can be scary but I felt completely safe here. Would definitely stay here ...
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Toftrees Golf Resort
Great place
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Ramada by Wyndham State College Hotel & Conference Center
Checked in online the day before. Got into our room 2 hours early. Room was clean and comfortable. Hot tub was nice but a lot of chlorine. Staff has been very friendly! Second time staying here and we will again!
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Hyatt Place State College
Excellent. I will return.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around The Highlands
State College South
While State College South isn't home to many top sights, Pegula Ice Arena and Bryce Jordan Center 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.
West End
When in West End, you can plan a visit to Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses and Palmer Museum of Art, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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 The Arboretum at Penn State.
Tusseyview
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Tusseyview and surrounding area, you can visit Pegula Ice Arena and Bryce Jordan Center.
Greentrees
Though Greentrees may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses and The Arboretum at Penn State.
