Johnstown Travel Guide

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Located in the beautiful region of Pennsylvania, Johnstown is a city that offers a unique blend of history, natural beauty, and outdoor adventures. Nestled in the picturesque Laurel Highlands, this charming city has something for everyone.

History enthusiasts will appreciate the rich heritage that Johnstown has to offer. The Johnstown Flood National Memorial is a must-visit attraction, commemorating the devastating flood of 1889 that reshaped the city. Explore the exhibits and learn about the tragic event that changed the course of Johnstown's history forever.

For a taste of the city's industrial past, a visit to the Johnstown Heritage Discovery Center is a must. Housed in a former steel mill, this museum tells the story of Johnstown's rise as an industrial powerhouse. Discover the lives of the hardworking men and women who shaped the city's industrial heritage through interactive exhibits and captivating displays.

Nature lovers will be delighted by the abundance of outdoor activities in Johnstown and its surrounding area. Just a short drive away, the beautiful Laurel Ridge State Park offers breathtaking scenery, miles of hiking trails, and opportunities for fishing, boating, and picnicking. The stunning views from the park's overlooks are not to be missed.

For a unique experience, take a ride on the Johnstown Inclined Plane, the world's steepest vehicular inclined plane. Ascend to the top and marvel at the panoramic views of the city below. It's a thrilling way to see Johnstown from a different perspective.

Food enthusiasts will be pleased to discover a variety of culinary delights in Johnstown. From hearty Pennsylvania Dutch cuisine to international flavors, the city's dining scene offers something for every taste. Don't miss the chance to try local specialties such as pierogies and kielbasa, which are a testament to the city's rich ethnic heritage.

In addition to its attractions and activities, Johnstown hosts a vibrant arts and cultural scene. The Bottle Works Ethnic Arts Center showcases the work of local artists and offers classes and workshops for those looking to tap into their creative side. The annual Flood City Music Festival draws music lovers from near and far with its lineup of talented musicians.

Alternative names: Founded: 1800 (224 years ago)Population: 20 thous.Area: 6.09 mi²Elevation: 1155 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 40°19'25"N, 78°55'8"W

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Johnstown Attractions - What to See and Explore

Johnstown offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Cambria County War Memorial Arena, Point Stadium, Johnstown Flood Museum, Stackhouse Park. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

Arenas and stadiums • Hockey • Sport
Cambria County War Memorial Arena
The Cambria County War Memorial Arena is a 4,001-seat multi-purpose arena in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, that is managed by SMG Entertainment. It was built in 1950, for the Johnstown Jets of the Eastern Hockey League. The arena was built on the site of the Union Cemetery, Johnstown's first cemetery.
Arenas and stadiums • Baseball • Sport
Point Stadium
Point Stadium is a baseball park in the eastern United States, located in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. The "Point" refers to its location at the confluence of the Little Conemaugh, Stonycreek, and Conemaugh rivers.
Specialty museum • History museum • Museum
Johnstown Flood Museum
The Johnstown Flood Museum is a history museum located in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, dedicated to the Johnstown Flood of 1889. The museum is housed in the former Cambria Public Library, which is part of the Downtown Johnstown Historic District.

Park
Stackhouse Park
Stackhouse Park is a park in Westmont, Pennsylvania, a suburb of Johnstown. It is over 277 acres with 7 miles of hiking and bicycling trails.
History museum • Museum
Heritage Discovery Center
The Heritage Discovery Center, officially known as the "Frank & Sylvia Pasquerilla Heritage Discovery Center", is a community history and culture center operated by the Johnstown Area Heritage Association in Johnstown, Pennsylvania.
Bridge
Stone Bridge
The Stone Bridge spans the Conemaugh River in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. The bridge is a seven-arch stone railroad bridge located on the Norfolk Southern Railway mainline, built by the Pennsylvania Railroad in 1887-88. Its upstream face was reinforced with concrete in 1929.
Cemetery • Southmont
Grandview Cemetery
Grandview Cemetery is a cemetery located at 801 Millcreek Road in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. The cemetery association that operates Grandview was founded in 1885 to accommodate Johnstown's rapidly growing population.
Natural attraction • Nature and wildlife • Park
Buttermilk Falls Natural Area
Buttermilk Falls Natural Area is located in Clyde, Indiana County, Pennsylvania, United States. At 46 feet, they are one of the highest waterfalls in Pennsylvania. There is also a short trail to a location behind the falls. The site is also notable for being the home of Fred McFeely from 1931 to 1956. Mr.
History museum • Museum
Wagner–Ritter House & Garden
The Wagner–Ritter House & Garden, located in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, is a modest house that was occupied for 130 years by three generations of a steel worker's family, from the 1860s to the 1990s. The house and garden have been restored by the Johnstown Area Heritage Association.
Church • Neo-renaissance architecture
St. John Gualbert Cathedral
St. John Gualbert Cathedral is the co-cathedral of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Altoona–Johnstown, located in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, United States.
Bridge
Inclined Plane Bridge
The Inclined Plane Bridge is a 237-foot, Pennsylvania through truss bridge that spans Stonycreek River in Johnstown, Cambria County, in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. It connects the city to the lower station of the Johnstown Inclined Plane.
Music and shows • Nightlife • Concert hall
Peoples Natural Gas Park
Peoples Natural Gas Park is located near the Cambria Iron National Historic Landmark at the junction of the Conemaugh and Stoneycreek Rivers and there is a view of the Stone Bridge and the Johnstown Inclined Plane.
40°19'30"N • 78°55'7"W
Alma Hall
Alma Hall is the home of Alma Lodge #523 of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, located in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. Alma Hall was the first four-story building in the city of Johnstown, and is the oldest building built by a fraternal organization in downtown Johnstown.
40°16'7"N • 78°50'0"W
Pasquerilla Performing Arts Center
Music and shows • Nightlife • Theater
40°19'34"N • 78°55'7"W
Grand Army of the Republic Hall
Grand Army of the Republic Hall is a historic clubhouse building located at Johnstown, Cambria County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 1893, and is a three-story brick building with a flat roof, three bays by seven bays.
Library • Gothic Revival architecture
Johnstown Flood Museum
The Johnstown Flood Museum is a history museum located in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, dedicated to the Johnstown Flood of 1889. The museum is housed in the former Cambria Public Library, which is part of the Downtown Johnstown Historic District.
Neighbourhood
Downtown Johnstown Historic District
Downtown Johnstown Historic District is a national historic district located at Johnstown in Cambria County, Pennsylvania. The district includes 109 contributing buildings, 4 contributing sites, and 1 contributing structure in the central business district and surrounding residential areas of Johnstown.
Neighbourhood
Cambria City Historic District
Cambria City Historic District is a national historic district located at Johnstown in Cambria County, Pennsylvania. The district includes 198 contributing buildings and 1 contributing structure in a predominantly working-class residential area of Johnstown.
Neighbourhood
Old Conemaugh Borough Historic District
Old Conemaugh Borough Historic District is a national historic district located at Johnstown in Cambria County, Pennsylvania. The district includes 330 contributing buildings in a predominantly working-class residential area in Johnstown.

Day trips

Johnstown – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Johnstown, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Horseshoe Curve (Altoona), Peoples Natural Gas Field (Altoona), Canal Place (Cumberland).

26 milesNE
Museum
Horseshoe Curve, Altoona
Nestled in the scenic ridges of Blair County, Pennsylvania, the Horseshoe Curve is a marvel of engineering and a testament to the ingenuity of 19th-century railroad construction. Not merely a piece of track but a historic landmark, Horseshoe Curve was completed in 1854...
29 milesE
Arenas and stadiums, Baseball, Sport
Peoples Natural Gas Field, Altoona
Peoples Natural Gas Field is a 7,210-seat baseball-only stadium in Altoona, Pennsylvania, that opened in 1999. It is the home ballpark of the Double-A Northeast Altoona Curve Minor League Baseball team.
47 milesS
Museum, Shopping, Event space
Canal Place, Cumberland
Canal Place is a 58.1-acre state park located in Cumberland, Maryland at the western terminus of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal.
18 milesW
Museum, Historical place, History museum
Fort Ligonier, Ligonier
Fort Ligonier is a British fortification from the French and Indian War located in Ligonier, Pennsylvania, United States. The fort served as a staging area for the Forbes Expedition of 1758.
30 milesNE
Museum, History museum, Reportedly haunted
Railroaders Memorial Museum, Altoona
The Railroaders Memorial Museum is a railroad museum in Altoona, Pennsylvania. The museum focuses on the history of railroad workers and railroad communities in central Pennsylvania, particularly Altoona, the Altoona Works, and the greater Pittsburgh area.