The Highlands
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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.

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.
Top hotels in The Highlands

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
Peace
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025

Toftrees Golf Resort
Easy and courteous check-in. Clean room.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025

Ramada by Wyndham State College Hotel & Conference Center
Convenient, quiet and great food!!
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Penn State
Great place to stay and what made it even better was the staff…..both at check in and at checkout. It takes so little effort and time to be kind, respectful, friendly and efficient. The staff was that and more. Give them a raise!
Reviewed on 27 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.
