Downtown Harrisburg Travel Guide

Harrisburg

A city street leading to a grand building with a dome, flanked by tall lamp posts and modern buildings.
A city street with a prominent government building, a clock tower, and a First National Bank.
A city skyline with a prominent green dome and a modern yellow-lit building.
A large government building with a green dome and columns.
A large government building with a green dome and a fountain in front.

Stay near popular Downtown Harrisburg attractions

A grand building with a green dome and illuminated windows at dusk.

Pennsylvania State Capitol

8.6/10 (719 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Capitol Reflections

Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Capitol Reflections

฿412
per adult
Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Capitol Reflections
Rise and Dine Food Tour in Vintage Style Trolley

Rise and Dine Food Tour in Vintage Style Trolley

฿3,983
per adult
Rise and Dine Food Tour in Vintage Style Trolley
Hershey Trolley Food Tour Experience

Hershey Trolley Food Tour Experience

฿3,983
per adult
Hershey Trolley Food Tour Experience
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Top hotels in Downtown Harrisburg

Hilton Harrisburg

Hilton Harrisburg

4 out of 5
One North Second Street Harrisburg PA
The price is ฿4,661 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿4,661
฿5,174 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Harrisburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
Hilton Harrisburg
Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey by IHG

Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey by IHG

3.5 out of 5
23 S 2nd St Harrisburg PA
The price is ฿3,485 per night from 4 Aug to 5 Aug
฿3,485
฿3,868 total
4 Aug - 5 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Harrisburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very good! (1,004 reviews)
"For the price of the room I would have expected a bit larger room. There was literally less than a foot of space between the foot of the bed and dresser/desk area. Husband and I had to wait for the other to walk through before the other could. The mattress was NOT comfortable at all and probably ..."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey by IHG
Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area

Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area

2.5 out of 5
300 N Mountain Rd Harrisburg PA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,395 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
฿2,395
฿2,658 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Harrisburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.2/10 Good! (2,367 reviews)
"Good place to stay"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey

Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey

2.5 out of 5
350 W Chocolate Ave Hershey PA
The price is ฿6,054 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
฿6,054
฿6,773 total
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Hershey. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,023 reviews)
"Was a great stay. Clean, good breakfast, friendly staff"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg - Hershey West, PA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg - Hershey West, PA

3 out of 5
1025 Peiffers Lane Harrisburg PA
The price is ฿3,036 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿3,036
฿3,370 total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Harrisburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg - Hershey West, PA
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg Northeast - Hershey

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg Northeast - Hershey

3 out of 5
8000 Jonestown Rd Harrisburg PA
The price is ฿4,103 per night from 19 Aug to 20 Aug
฿4,103
฿4,555 total
19 Aug - 20 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Harrisburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,777 reviews)
"Pricey for quality of hotel."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg Northeast - Hershey
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Where to stay in Downtown Harrisburg

Find the best Downtown Harrisburg areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Harrisburg
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A historical exhibit titled 'Rebirth of Freedom Fifty Years in Four' with various documents and photographs.

Allison Hill

If you're spending some time in Allison Hill, National Civil War Museum and Appalachian Brewing Company are top sights worth seeing.

A building with a red brick facade and a marquee sign reading "STRAWBERRY SQUARE".

Midtown

If you're spending some time in Midtown, Riverfront Park and Broad Street Market are top sights worth seeing.

South Harrisburg

When in South Harrisburg, you can plan a visit to Susquehanna River and Riverfront Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Uptown

Though Uptown may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Pennsylvania State Capitol.

East Harrisburg

Though East Harrisburg may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like National Civil War Museum and Riverfront Park.

Downtown Harrisburg Travel Guide