Uptown
Harrisburg
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 entertainment choices.
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 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
Night Fever A Signature Hershey Area Evening Food Tour
Self-Guided Harrisburg Scavenger Hunt: Capitol Reflections
Self-Guided Bar Hunt: Harris-bars & Harris-beers Harrisburg
Rise and Dine Food Tour in Vintage Style Trolley
BAPS Temple + Amish Farm + Hershey 2-Day Tour
Top hotels in Uptown
Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
The entrance of the building was clean despite the salt and snow. The from desk person was very pleasant and helpful..
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey
Favorite spot to stay.
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
Tru by Hilton Grantville, PA
Room was small, but very nice. Felt clean, modern, and efficient. The bed was very comfortable.
Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Harrisburg Airport Hershey
Clean room.
Reviewed on Dec 24, 2025
Holiday Inn Express - Harrisburg East by IHG
the entire state was excellent. We had to check out a day early due to a pending snow storm and the distance we had to travel
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
Hilton Harrisburg
Good
Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Uptown
Midtown
While visiting Midtown, you might make a stop by sights like Broad Street Market and Riverfront Park.
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.
Allison Hill
If you're spending some time in Allison Hill, National Civil War Museum and Appalachian Brewing Company are top sights worth seeing.
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.
South Harrisburg
When in South Harrisburg, you can plan a visit to Susquehanna River and Riverfront Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
