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H.O. Smith Botanic Gardens
Garden
👍👍 Very nice. Not too big but packed with world class gardens. The new wild meadow space is amazing. Unbelievable for a free space.
4.90 (44 reviews)
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Old Main Lawn
Park
This large lawn in front of the historic Old Main building at PSU is crisscrossed by walking paths.
4.80 (110 reviews)
4
Penn State Cottages
Historical landmark
These on-campus cottages built in the 19th century once housed faculty at Penn State University.
4.80 (8 reviews)
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Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts
Arts organization
👍 It is always fun to walk in the festival of the art Street, and I found lots of interesting design as well as friendly artists to chat with. however, I do think that the food street is not well designed and besides, I heard complaints from the artists that the rental fee and registration fee are ver...
4.70 (41 reviews)
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Sidney Friedman Park
Park
👍👍 A nice little hidden gem of a park. Beautiful little spot in the middle of a hectic city. It is unfortunate that many parents likely avoid bringing their children to the playground here because it has become something of a homeless hangout spot, but of course what's really unfortunate is that people...
4.70 (37 reviews)
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Marsh Meadow
Botanical garden
👍👍 Best marsh meadow ever! great sites to see like swampy grass, construction, fences, and cars! Highly recommend.
4.70 (6 reviews)
9
3 Dots Downtown
Community center
👍👍 I always have a good time hanging out at 3 dots. It's a great place for the community to get together and appreciate art.
4.60 (53 reviews)
12
Lederer Park
Park
Nature site with an arboretum, picnic pavilions & grills, plus walking & mountain-biking paths.
4.50 (132 reviews)
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The Happy Valley Adventure Bureau
Tourist information center
👍👍 Is very welcoming and is a great resource for both locals and visitors to Happy Valley!
They have information regarding but not limited to, places to stay, food and drink, shopping, family fun, the outdoors, and local events!
They also have a very helpful website and blog!
4.50 (55 reviews)
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Tussey View Park
Park
👍 Nice little park with a variety of different playgrounds. Some for 2-5 year olds and some for 5-12 year olds. Additionally there is a tennis court, a basketball hoop and a pavilion. Lots of nice shade here but the only restroom is a port o potty.
4.50 (35 reviews)
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Frost Entomological Museum
Natural history museum
👍👍 A small hidden gem on campus, definitely worth dropping by for ten minutes or so, the place isn't huge but a lots of interesting things to see!
4.50 (20 reviews)