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
"Location wasn’t the best had to drive through the parking lot weirdly. Also a little ghetto wouldn’t take kids there. Heard loud noises all night. Room was overall okay, pool was cold and smelled like pee."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey
"Clean friendly staff especially in the kitchen area and reception"
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg - Hershey West, PA
"The property was well maintained, breakfast was very good with an excellent selection to offer, if I’m ever back in this state it would be a definite YES to staying here again"
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg Northeast - Hershey
"We have stayed here during our annual Hersheypark trips for several years, but we have been a little disappointed with our stays over the past two years. Both times, we left feeling exhausted due to interrupted sleep throughout the night from slamming doors, loud adults and children in the hallways, ..."
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
"Excellent! The rooms were clean and renovated. Plenty of parking."
Reviewed on 25 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.
