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Top 7 Budget-friendly Things to do in Johnstown, Pennsylvania (PA)
Johnstown is a city in Cambria County, Pennsylvania, United States, 43 miles (69 km) west-southwest of Altoona and 67 miles (108 km) east of Pittsburgh. The population was 20,978 at the 2010 census and estimated to be 20,402 in 2013. It is the principal city of the Johnstown, Pennsylvania, Metropolitan Statistical Area, which includes Cambria County.
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1. Johnstown Inclined Plane
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4.5 based on 455 reviews
Built to remove citizens from Johnstown in case of a flood, this is the world's steepest vehicular inclined plane.
Reviewed By Pzini - Cherry Hill, United States
This is a real gem- built in 1890 and still operating (with some restoration) in the same original form. The view is great. The ride is unique. If you've already visited the Flood Museum, or Flood National Memorial, the view from the top of Yoder Hill offers a good panorama of Johnstown and the valley that was overwhelmed by the flood. Another good reason to take the ride is the reasonable cost, and the knowledge that the Incline Plane is operated as a non-profit by the Cambria County Transit Authority, and the fare will help them keep this gem operating. If you want to go crazy, you can take your car up to the top with you, and drive around the Westmont neighborhood. Or, if you are a mountain biker, take your bike up, and ride down on the mountain biking trail (no beginners please! See "Friends of the Inclined Plane Trails" on Facebook) There is a snack bar and souvenir shop at the top, and a separate restaurant, Asiago's.
2. Johnstown Flood Museum
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4.5 based on 300 reviews
On May 31, 1889, a neglected dam and a phenomenal storm led to a catastrophe in which 2,209 people died. It’s a story of great tragedy, but also of triumphant recovery. Visit the Johnstown Flood Museum, which is operated by the Johnstown Area Heritage Association, to find out more about this shocking episode in American history. It features an Academy Award-winning documentary, artifacts, exhibits and more.
Reviewed By chrismR6200KT - Pocono Mountains Region, United States
Fascinating back story to the flood that killed more than 2,200 people. Wish it actually had even more on display (especially about the flood of 1977) but what it does offer is a detailed look at the events leading up to, the day of and the recovery from the flood of 1889 that left 27,000 people homeless and killed thousands. Informative displays and a good place to visit ahead of the National Park dedicated to the flood.
3. Heritage Discovery Center
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4.5 based on 95 reviews
The Heritage Discovery Center's exhibits include America: Through Immigrant Eyes, which tells a national story in a local setting -- the story of late 19th century immigration from Europe; and the Iron & Steel Gallery, which vividly explains the story of the steel industry in Johnstown. The third floor is devoted to the Johnstown Children's Museum, where kids can learn through play about this region's ecology, history, geography and more. Welcome!
Reviewed By 631gailb
Take a self-paced walk back in time to learn about the history of immigration to the Johnstown area and the making of steel and its effects on the lives of those who lived here from the 1800's and beyond. You will learn a lot about your heritage - especially if your relatives lived in this area. You won't want to miss what should be an award-winning documentary on the steel industry. There are many mini-museums within this one building including a fascinating learn and play area for children. A visit to the Heritage Discovery Center is well worth your time and a very interesting experience for all.
4. Grandview Cemetery
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4.5 based on 89 reviews
Reviewed By scottofhawaii - Honolulu, United States
...if my spending more time here than any other place in Johnstown is more a statement about me than it is of the cemetery itself. I always go to the marquee cemetery of any city I visit. This one is real nice. It was also a beautiful fall day with some trees raging in autumn colors against perfectly manicured lawns and graves. A very nice cemetery to walk around and get some good exercise and be in a community where you can be sure that all residents are COVID-free. There were less than a handful of visitors here, and they were easy to dodge. They got some kind of walking tour signs going on. I didn't see a brochure outside the main office to explain what I was looking at each of the numbered stops. I wish they would've put it online so I could of learned more than I did. The unmarked 700 graves of the flood victims is quite striking.
5. B&L Wine Cellars
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4.5 based on 21 reviews
B & L Wine Cellars is a small urban winery featuring wines made from Pennsylvania grapes and some fruit from other areas. We have live music every Sunday.
Reviewed By Tina56403 - Johnstown, United States
I have visited B&L Wine Cellar on several occasions. The wine is awesome and the owners and staff are very knowledgeable and friendly. They have a nice selection of inexpensive wines from PA. I also like that they offer wines that are special to the area. For example, during Thunder in the Valley they offered a special wine for that event. I am currently working on hosting an event here for about 30 to 40 people. In addition to the Wine Tasting they will be providing cheese platters. If you get the chance to visit this winery I would add it to your lsit.
6. Cambria County War Memorial Arena
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4.5 based on 43 reviews
