The adventurous area of Altoona awaits your stay
Learn about the unique charm of Altoona with a stay in a holiday home rental. This city's casino gaming, horse riding and theme park draw many visitors. A holiday rental can help make your stay complete—many rentals come with a full kitchen and laundry facilities.
Activities and attractions in and around Altoona
Are you looking for attractions to see while you're in the area? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable holiday rental, you'll want to experience everything that makes Altoona a fun place to get away to. These are some of the top attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Adventureland (1.4 mi / 2.2 km)
- Blank Park Zoo (11.4 mi / 18.4 km)
- Copper Creek Golf Course (3.6 mi / 5.7 km)
- Grand View Golf Course (4.8 mi / 7.7 km)
- Woodland Hills Golf Course (7.4 mi / 12 km)
- Otter Creek Golf Course (9.6 mi / 15.5 km)
Exploring the natural features in Altoona
Whether you're an active traveller or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Altoona is a great place to get outside. Here are a few of the area's most eye-catching features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Sleepy Hollow Sports Park (4.8 mi / 7.7 km)
- Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden (7.9 mi / 12.7 km)
- Saylorville Lake (15.3 mi / 24.6 km)
- Lake Red Rock (27.3 mi / 44 km)
- Easter Lake Park (8.1 mi / 13 km)
- Pappajohn Sculpture Park (9.1 mi / 14.7 km)
Transport to and around Altoona
The nearest airport is in Des Moines International Airport (DSM), located 11.8 mi (18.9 km) from the city centre.