You will not find a more perfect park anywhere in Centre County. Talleyrand Park is perfect for friends having a picnic, families with small children, photographers, weddings, lovers, and a place to read a book under a tree or catch a concert or attend a beer or craft fair. Bring proper duck food because the ducks and geese are hungry (and spoiled). Walk along the suspension bridge, climb on the historic trains, meditate in the gazebo, visit the canoe/kayak museum or even fish in Spring Creek (opposite side the VA bridge). The beauty here is ALL seasons: the fall colors are spectacular, the summer is blooming, the winter is a wonderland and spring is full of life. Visit this charming Victorian community of Bellefonte with all its unique architecture and places to enjoy like Talleyrand Park. The park is located in the center of town walking distances to Underground Railroad sites, including the AME Church where Frederick Douglas spoke, antique stores, the best Italian restaurants (Mamma Lucrezia's), a cool deli (Bonfattos), amazing shops for sovenirs,clothing and knick knacks. Oh, and be sure to check out Big Springs for locally made vodka and other spirits. Bellefonte is much cooler and walkable than State College. In fact, 5 US governors came out of Bellefonte as well as the founders of Penn State who only put the University in (State College) because it didn't have a liquor license! Ha! The founders (buried just beyond the beautiful courthouse in Union Cemetery) are rolling over in their graves now at the party scene PSU has become. You MUST visit Bellefonte! Visit Bellefonte Historical and Cultural Association on Facebook to learn more about Bellefonte and the history of...
Read moreok bellefonte!!! this park is absolutely gorgeous, i love love love willow trees (yes its basic but they’re so beautiful) and they are everywhere here! there is also a fun little bridge (warning: it does kind of sway which is a little jarring if you’re not expecting it) but would be such a good spot for photos or just romanticizing your life. of course there are the essentials such as benches, walking paths, and cool stuff nearby (the railroad and a coffee shop) so you really have it all. and it is tastefully decorated i would say. ok that’s all but definitely on the list of places to return to especially to walk along the River (we love...
Read moregreat place to bring kids. i bring my 2 year old as often as i can, he says park! every day bevause he loves that he can run and run and i can see him so i can let him be independent. there is a short walking path with hedges and bridges, so it isnt allllll open, but there are massive open grassy areas for dogs n kids. also a playground with 2 sets of slides and a swingset and they got rid of the sand. bathrooms open till sunset i think. decorative trains. gazebo closes if there is a wedding or photo shoot. ducks and geese by the creek. please go to my cafe buzz early for food, dont bring processed snacks to feed...
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