The Highlands Travel Guide
State College
Visit The Highlands
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.
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.
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 The Highlands
The Nittany Lion Inn
Toftrees Golf Resort
Great location with its proximity to Penn State. Coffee in the lobby 24/7 with nice creamers and tea. Love the restaurant that is on site. Go for the table of fries!
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
The Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center
Great visit!
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Ramada by Wyndham State College Hotel & Conference Center
This was a good stay and would stay again. However, I did not realize that this was a motel type. The rooms were small for more than 2 -3 quest. The best part was their breakfast. I just feel they should offer a non pork option. The staff was friendly and nice. There is a bar and grill on sight. ...
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Hyatt Place State College
Wonderfu accommodations and amenities
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, State College (Penn State Area), PA
Great staff. The room was alright but the mattress are old which makes noises while turning . They really need to upgrade the mattress .
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Highlands
Downtown State College
If you're spending some time in Downtown State College, What-A-Blast Extreme Laser Tag and Discovery Space of Central Pennsylvania are top sights worth seeing.
State College South
While State College South isn't home to many top sights, What-A-Blast Extreme Laser Tag and Pegula Ice Arena are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
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.
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.
Greentree
Though Greentree 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.
