South Harrisburg
Harrisburg
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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.
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.
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.
Fort Hunter Mansion and Park
Find out about the history of Harrisburg when you spend time at Fort Hunter Mansion and Park. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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 South Harrisburg
Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey
The location was easy to get and go to places nearby. The room was clean. Breakfast was good. Parking was perfect.
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
Clean and spacious
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026
Hotel Indigo Harrisburg - Hershey by IHG
Parking was safe and convenient. Front desk staff was friendly and room was comfortable.
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026
Holiday Inn Express - Harrisburg East by IHG
Was a good deal. Bed was comfortable and unit was clean.
Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Harrisburg Airport Hershey
Stay here every year, notice that cleanness and upkeep goes downhill every year. Will probably look for a new place to stay in the future.
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg Northeast - Hershey
We missed breakfast as we got on the road early... but the front desk guy did give us fruit and yogurt to go as well as fresh coffee.... excellent hotel and staff!
Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Harrisburg
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.
Allison Hill
If you're spending some time in Allison Hill, National Civil War Museum and Appalachian Brewing Company are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Harrisburg
Downtown Harrisburg is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Pennsylvania State Capitol and Riverfront Park while in the area.
Midtown
While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Riverfront Park and Broad Street Market.
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.
