South 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.
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 great live music.
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.
City Island
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at City Island during your travels in Harrisburg. Experience the acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
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
Top hotels in South Harrisburg
Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
"A bunch of options for breakfast, and they were yummy. Plus the pool was the perfect depth for my littles. Staff was helpful and friendly. So nice. When I go to Hershey again next year I will probably stay there again."
Reviewed on May 19, 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey
"Breakfast was great. Check in was easy. Missing the park shuttle"
Reviewed on May 20, 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg Northeast - Hershey
"Room was clean and spacious, check in was fast and friendly. The breakfast staff was great and food was great as well"
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg - Hershey West, PA
"Breakfast area way to hot. Food okay, nothing great. Had to ask for yogurt’s & bananas, as both areas were empty"
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
Holiday Inn Express - Harrisburg East by IHG
"This has been one of the worse we have stayed at, very dirt, and worn down, very disappointing"
Reviewed on May 19, 2026
SureStay Plus by Best Western Elizabethtown Lancaster
"I was a bit hesitant to book as I saw a few comments speak on the hotel being noisy or the interior was very old. However, it was a good stay. The staff was nice, the place was well maintained, the breakfast was pretty good and there weren't any issues with noise. The atmosphere was calm and quiet, ..."
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
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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.
