Take in the riverfront beauty of Alexandria
The riverfront and countryside provide a pleasant backdrop to your holiday home in Alexandria. Travellers especially like the restaurants, football games and bars in this relaxing and welcoming city. Many of our holiday rentals offer full kitchens, spacious living quarters and sometimes even a hot tub—perfect for a relaxing getaway.
Activities and attractions in Alexandria
Are you hoping to discover attractions to see in the area? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and check out everything that Alexandria has to offer. These are some of the most popular attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- DelGrosso's Amusement Park (11.4 mi / 18.3 km)
- Lakemont Park and the Island Waterpark (16.7 mi / 26.9 km)
- Happy Valley Winery (17.9 mi / 28.8 km)
- Penn State University's Blue and White Golf Courses (19.6 mi / 31.5 km)
- Tussey Mountain (23.3 mi / 37.4 km)
- Sylvan Hills Golf Course (17.3 mi / 27.8 km)
Exploring the natural features in Alexandria
Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Alexandria is a great place to spend some time outside. Here are some of the area’s noteworthy features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Little Juniata River (2 mi / 3.3 km)
- Lincoln Caverns and Whisper Rocks (3.6 mi / 5.9 km)
- Raystown Lake (15 mi / 24.1 km)
- Peoples Natural Gas Field (16.5 mi / 26.6 km)
- The Arboretum at Penn State (21 mi / 33.8 km)
- Arch Spring (6.5 mi / 10.5 km)
Transport to and around Alexandria
Fly into Altoona, PA (AOO-Blair County), the closest airport, located 21.6 mi (34.8 km) from the city centre. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you could book a flight to State College, PA (SCE-University Park), which is 24.1 mi (38.8 km) away.