Visitor Information

Visitors can take a trip back in time by visiting the county’s many historical attractions. The Horseshoe Curve National Historic Landmark is an engineering marvel and a must-see attraction. There’s also the Altoona Railroaders Memorial Museum and Fort Roberdeau, a reconstructed Revolutionary War stockade surrounding six log cabins. Spend the day at a museum, take in an Altoona Curve baseball game, watch an Altoona Community Theatre show at the historic Mishler Theatre, hike or fish at a state park or take a ride on the world’s oldest standing wooden roller coaster. It’s all in Blair County.

There are plenty of shopping opportunities, with shopping centers like the Logan Valley Mall and the Logan Town Centre, featuring many big-chain retailers. Many family-owned shops provide a much more intimate shopping experience in our towns.
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The members of the Blair County Chamber of Commerce invite you to discover Blair County. We know you’ll soon love this area as much as we do.

Lodging
Blair County offers a home away from home atmosphere. Our hospitality is on display with deluxe hotel accommodations and intimate bed and breakfast inns. Stay right where the excitement is or snuggle close to your loved one on 20 secluded acres in the heart of the picturesque Allegheny Mountains.

Bed & Breakfast, Hotels & Motels
Resorts

While you’re in the area, get out and enjoy all that Blair County has to offer.

​Things to See and Do
You don’t have to travel far to find fun and adventure in Blair County. There’s baseball and biking, roller coasters and rock climbing and a plethora of exciting and leisurely activities.
One of the recreational jewels is the Blair County Ballpark home of the Altoona Curve, the AA affiliate of the Pittsburgh Pirates. Located off Interstate 99 in Altoona, with the Skyliner rollercoaster and the Allegheny Mountains as its backdrop, the ballpark is considered one of the finest stadiums in minor league baseball and is the perfect place to relax and enjoy a game with friends and loved ones.

Considered one of the top bicycle areas in the country, Blair County also is home to the International Tour de Toona. The race, which is now on the USCF National Race Calendar, has grown to become one of the largest pro-am cycling events in North America.

Go from the streets to the slopes at Blue Knob All Seasons Resort in Claysburg, home of Pennsylvania’s highest skiable mountain. The resort also offers golfing, mountain biking and more.
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Take a trip back in time as you visit the county’s many historical attractions including the Horseshoe Curve National Historic Landmark, the Altoona Railroaders Memorial Museum and Fort Roberdeau. You can even take in a show at Altoona’s historic Mishler Theatre.

For activities that enjoy the tranquility of nature, Blair County has beautiful parks, trails and golf courses. The Rails-to-Trails Lower Trail is a recreational trail made on a converted railroad corridor. It is ideal for biking, hiking, horseback riding and cross country skiing. Canoe Creek State Park in Hollidaysburg and the county’s numerous recreation areas and parks feature a variety of outdoor fun for every season, including boating, skiing and ice skating.
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Fishermen and hunters come to Blair County for some of the hottest fishing spots in the nation and the abundance of deer, black bear, turkey and pheasant available due to a large portion of the county being designated as Pennsylvania State Game Lands.

Recreation/Entertainment
​Tourist Attractions
Museums
Theaters

​Dining
Some of the country’s largest restaurant chains have found a home in Blair County, yet the county also maintains a special culinary niche with high quality local establishments that provide dining experiences you’ll always remember. Our restaurants have nationally recognized wine lists and staff who know you by name. You can find just about any ethnic cuisine your taste buds desire, or enjoy a cappuccino with a friend at one of our cafes. From marriage proposals to birthday parties, dining out in Blair County can make culinary dreams come true and create lasting memories.

Restaurants

​Shopping
If you like to shop large, Blair County has shopping centers such as the Logan Valley Mall and the Logan Town Centre that include major retail stores ranging from JCPenney to Macy’s to Sears to Best Buy.

If you enjoy more intimate shopping and dealing with shop owners you can trust, Blair County has plenty of specialty stores filled with handmade gifts and collectibles, and some amazing chocolate stores that will make any visit sweet. And in towns such as Hollidaysburg and Duncansville, we’re home to wonderful antique shops and unique gifts you won’t find anywhere else.

Art Galleries & Dealers
Book Stores/Distributors
Retail
Sporting Goods
Apparel

Relocation Information 

If you're thinking of relocating to Blair County, congratulations, you are making a great decision. If you're thinking about how to make that relocation simple, the Blair County Chamber of Commerce has all the information you need right at your fingertips.

Below are some additional links to members whose services you may find helpful during your transition.  

Real Estate
Employment
Education
Health Care
Financial Services
Utilities
Religion

Area maps are available for purchase at the Chamber office. They feature a detailed map of the cities of Altoona and Hollidaysburg and also provide a detailed township map. 

If you're unable to find the information you're looking for, give us a call at 814-943-8151.