Downtown Harrisburg Travel Guide
Harrisburg
Visit Downtown Harrisburg
Popular places to visit
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.
Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts in Harrisburg. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event.
Appalachian Brewing Company
You can take time to visit Appalachian Brewing Company during your travels to Harrisburg. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or experience its great live music.
Forum Auditorium
You can enjoy a show at Forum Auditorium during your trip to Harrisburg. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the great live music in this family-friendly area.
State Museum of Pennsylvania
Surround yourself with the history, culture and nature of Pennsylvania in a museum that examines every area of life in the diverse state.
Things to do
Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Capitol Reflections
Night Fever A Signature Hershey Area Evening Food Tour
BAPS Temple + Amish Farm + Hershey 2-Day Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Harrisburg
Hilton Harrisburg
The room was beautiful, clean, and modern. The whole hotel was, really. The staff was super nice & sent me texts to see if I needed anything. They accommodated our late check out, too. And I got free chocolate for being in the honors program (free)!
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey by IHG
Hotel staff was very helpful and pleasant. Our room was very clean and accesable to downtown. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey
Big renovated room. Under cover parking
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
Nice and clean
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express - Harrisburg East by IHG
Chambre impeccable, personnel courtois
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg Northeast - Hershey
Spotless room, beds were comfy and breakfast was very good! Hot tub needs to be emptied and refilled as it resembled a bath tub and had very obviously not been cleaned properly in awhile.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Harrisburg
Allison Hill
If you're spending some time in Allison Hill, National Civil War Museum and Appalachian Brewing Company are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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.
