East Harrisburg Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Fort Hunter Mansion and Park
Find out about the history of Harrisburg when you take a trip to Fort Hunter Mansion and Park. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in East Harrisburg
Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
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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
Hampton Inn Harrisburg-East (Hershey Area)
A+
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Harrisburg-Hershey
Overall great experience! The room, the breakfast, and check in. If anything I would say the pool and hot tub could use some minor upgrades but I did enjoy it. I will return for another night when in town.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around East 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.
South Harrisburg
When in South Harrisburg, you can plan a visit to Susquehanna River and Riverfront Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Downtown Harrisburg
Downtown Harrisburg is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts and Pennsylvania State Capitol while in the area.
Midtown
If you're spending some time in Midtown, Riverfront Park and Broad Street Market are top sights worth seeing.
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.
East Harrisburg Travel Guide
- Hersheypark
- Hershey's Chocolate World
- Hersheypark Stadium
- Giant Center
- Hollywood Casino
- Pennsylvania State Capitol
- Dickinson College
- Penn National Race Course
- National Civil War Museum
- Susquehanna River
- Hersheypark Arena
- Hershey Gardens
- City Island
- Penn State Health Holy Spirit Medical Center
- Antique Automobile Club of America Museum
- ZooAmerica
