Uptown Travel Guide
Harrisburg
Popular places to visit
Dixon University Center
Explore the campus of Dixon University Center during your stay in Harrisburg. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the great live music in this family-friendly area.
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 entertainment choices.
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 entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Capitol Reflections
Top hotels in Uptown
Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
"The place was easy access to the highway and closed to Hersheypark and to the tournament location. Other than that I wouldn’t return again. Place was poorly cleaned, furniture in the front lobby was old, hallway carpet was dirty and stains are visible to see. There was a carton of almond milk used ..."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey
"My wife and I have been married for 20 years and have always slept comfortably in a queen-size bed. The hotel advertises Queen-size mattresses. These are not queen size mattresses in the room I paid an incredible amount of money. I immediately contacted the front desk because I do believe they are ..."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg - Hershey West, PA
"Very nice"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg Northeast - Hershey
"Fair price for the room"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Harrisburg Airport Hershey
"Average hotel for a one night stay. Did not try breakfast buffet. Room was clean and comfortable."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Tru By Hilton Hershey Chocolate Avenue
"Very clean rooms helpful staff, great parking breakfast is good thay just need a microwave or something to warm up the eggs & sausages but other than that everything else was wonderful. Ty. Yes I would stay again. I recommend this hotel for everyone's stay. 5 stars hotel."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Uptown
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
If you're spending some time in Midtown, Riverfront Park and Broad Street Market are top sights worth seeing.
Allison Hill
If you're spending some time in Allison Hill, National Civil War Museum and Appalachian Brewing Company 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.
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.
