Downtown Harrisburg
Harrisburg
Visit Downtown Harrisburg
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.
Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts in Harrisburg. Experience the area's acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event.
Forum Auditorium
You can make plans for a show at Forum Auditorium during your trip to Harrisburg. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theater scene in this family-friendly area.
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.
Appalachian Brewing Company
You can take time to visit Appalachian Brewing Company during your travels to Harrisburg. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theater scene.
Things to do
Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Capitol Reflections
Astounding Bar Hunt: Harris-bars & Harris-beers Harrisburg
Rise and Dine Food Tour in Vintage Style Trolley
Top hotels in Downtown Harrisburg
Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey by IHG
Room was clean but outdated and rusting. Breakfast was good and the wait staff excellent. I would not return to this property. Perhaps that is snobby of me, but i expect more when paying to stay in your facility.
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026
Hilton Harrisburg
The Ad Lib Restaurant Amazing
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey
X
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
The rooms were neat, the breakfast was great.
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026
Hotel Indigo Harrisburg - Hershey by IHG
When I went to the front desk this morning at 4:30 AM to catch my shuttle that I had reserved, I was informed that the shuttle driver had called in sick and there was no ride to the airport for me. When I asked what my alternatives were, the front desk clerk said I might have a guy, I can call him ...
Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Harrisburg Airport Hershey
Front desk staff were not very inviting, no hello when we said hello, no good morning when we said good morning, not even a smile or a thank you. I am disabled and I had my own shower chair but we forgot the screws to put it together so it was a relief that the hotel offered one. Breakfast was good ...
Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026
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.