Downtown Harrisburg Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Pennsylvania State Capitol
Visit a majestic palace in the heart of Harrisburg and wander Pennsylvania’s halls of power in a building created as a tribute to art, freedom and democracy.
Riverfront Park
Explore the great outdoors at Riverfront Park, a lovely green space in Harrisburg. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
State Museum of Pennsylvania
Surround yourself with the history, culture and nature of Pennsylvania in a museum that examines every area of life in the diverse state.
Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex
Catch an event at Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex during your trip to Harrisburg. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront and enjoy its local chocolate shops.
National Civil War Museum
Learn about one of the bloodiest conflicts in America’s history in an elegant and informative museum that documents every aspect of the era.
City Island
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at City Island during your travels in Harrisburg. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in Downtown Harrisburg
Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey by IHG
nice, clean, reasonable, nice staff,good room, e'thing worked, just a good o'night on the road - good location, broke our 10 hour drive up into 2 5 hour sessions - that's good
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Hilton Harrisburg
Room was spotless and staff was very courteous. food at Ad Lib was quite good and parking was convenient. Highly recommend .
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
Under new mgt
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey
Facility and room was very clean. Staff was extremely friendly and really enjoyed our stay. Location is great as well. Definitely recommend for a family.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Tru by Hilton Grantville, PA
Very clean, friendly staff, comfortable rooms, cozy lobby, and nice breakfast. Love having coffee 24x7
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Harrisburg Airport Hershey
Checking in and out with smooth. They served breakfast in the morning. The room was clean and spacious. I would recommend them
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Harrisburg
Allison Hill
If you're spending some time in Allison Hill, National Civil War Museum and Appalachian Brewing Company are top sights worth seeing.
Midtown
If you're spending some time in Midtown, Riverfront Park and Broad Street Market are top sights worth seeing.
South Harrisburg
When in South Harrisburg, you can plan a visit to Susquehanna River and Riverfront Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
East Harrisburg
Though East Harrisburg may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like National Civil War Museum and Riverfront Park.
Uptown
Though Uptown may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Pennsylvania State Capitol.
Downtown Harrisburg Travel Guide
- Pennsylvania State Capitol
- Forum Auditorium
- Open Stage of Harrisburg
- Popcorn Hat Players Children’s Theatre
- Hersheypark
- Hershey's Chocolate World
- Hersheypark Stadium
- Giant Center
- Hollywood Casino
- Dickinson College
- Penn National Race Course
- National Civil War Museum
- Susquehanna River
- Hersheypark Arena
- Hershey Gardens
- City Island
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