Downtown Harrisburg Travel Guide
Harrisburg
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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.
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.
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.
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 great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Self-Guided Harrisburg Scavenger Hunt: Capitol Reflections
Top hotels in Downtown Harrisburg
Hilton Harrisburg
Good
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey by IHG
The room was good, but two factors made it shabbier than desired: the vinyl office chair had stuffing coming out of the cushions, and the faux brass lamps were very dated , rusting and staining the surfaces of the furniture.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
Room was very spacious, and clean. Pool/hot tub area was decent. No air flow tho, and kept the steam inside the room. Breakfast was okay- but definitely needs rethought out. People were waiting 15+ minutes for the waffle maker.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey
Room was clean, staff was polite and answered whatever questions I had.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Tru by Hilton Grantville, PA
Clean, courteous staff
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Harrisburg Airport Hershey
the room was clean
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
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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.
