Downtown Harrisburg
Harrisburg
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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 theater 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.
City Island
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at City Island during your travels in Harrisburg. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
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.
Things to do
Self-Guided Harrisburg Scavenger Hunt: Capitol Reflections
Self-Guided Bar Hunt: Harris-bars & Harris-beers Harrisburg
BAPS Temple + Amish Farm + Hershey 2-Day Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Harrisburg
Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey by IHG
Wonderful staff but property is pretty dated
Reviewed on Nov 1, 2025
Hilton Harrisburg
Room service was excellent
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
The room was clean but wasnt ready when i arrived
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey
Rooms where clean people where helpful and friendly
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Hampton Inn Harrisburg-East (Hershey Area)
Great room, great staff, great breakfast!
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Harrisburg Airport Hershey
We enjoyed this motel which is well maintained.
Reviewed on Nov 9, 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
While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Riverfront Park and Broad Street Market.
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
While there might not be top attractions in East Harrisburg, you can explore the larger area and discover places like National Civil War Museum and Riverfront Park.
Uptown
Though Uptown might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Pennsylvania State Capitol.
