State College: History Nestled in a College Town
State College, lovingly referred to by locals as SC or simply State, is located in Pennsylvania and is a well known college town in the United States. State College is well regarded as a quintessential American college town - beautifully laid out, pedestrian-friendly, with a great bus system, it’s a great place to visit for either (or both) business or pleasure. The University Park Airport is the nearest airport that serves State College, PN.
Best Time to Visit
The busiest time for tourism in the city is in July where prices for State College, PN hotels and airfare will be driven higher than in other months. To get the most out of your trip, book ahead or plan your trip in less busy months of October to November to get the best deals in your flights and lodging.
What to Do & Area Attractions
State College, PN is a great city to live in, study in, work, and play. There are a variety of dining and shopping options in the city like the Seven Mountains Wine Cellars, the Mount Nittany Vineyard and Winery and the Nittany Mall. There are also plenty of museums to check out while you’re in the city including the Palmer Museum of Art, the Boal Mansion Museum, and the Bellefonte Art Museum for Centre County. Take a breather in some of the top hotel options in the city such as the The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center, Riffles and Runs B & B, and The Queen, a Victorian Bed & Breakfast before embarking on some of the amazing historical walking tours that are offered in the historic districts of the State.