With a population of 14,541, Altoona is a must-see destination in Iowa, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Altoona to see all of its attractions.
If you’re looking for affordable options, Johnny's Italian Steakhouse - Altoona (550 Bass Pro Drive NW) and AJ's Steakhouse at Prairie Meadows Casino (One Prairie Meadows Drive) are great picks.
When flying to Altoona, you’ll arrive at Des Moines Airport (DSM), which is located 12 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Altoona include Air Canada, Frontier and United Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Altoona departs from Denver and takes around 1h 36m.
Another option to get to Altoona is to pick up a car rental from Kansas City, which is about 187 miles from Altoona. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Avis, among others, in Kansas City.
Greyhound operates bus routes to Altoona.
Expect to pay $3.71 per gallon in Altoona (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $44.52 and $59.36.