Downtown Harrisburg Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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 acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Activities
Self-Guided Harrisburg Scavenger Hunt: Capitol Reflections
Self-Guided Bar Hunt: Harris-bars & Harris-beers Harrisburg
Rise and Dine Food Tour in Vintage Style Trolley
Our pick of the best Downtown Harrisburg Hotel Deals
Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey by IHG
Comfortable bed
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Hilton Harrisburg
Location. Service staff. Cleaniness.
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
Yes
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey
Great place to stay when in Hershey. Conveniently located within walkable distance to several restaurants. The staff is friendly. The property is clean. The night we stayed there, the lights in the parking garage did not work which I felt was a little unsafe but may have been an isolated incident. ...
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Red Lion Hotel Harrisburg Hershey
Staff were professional and timely. We needed help with taking our bags to the lower level, which did not have elevator access and the staff carried our bags down by hand. The hotel needs renovations and the cleaning could be better. We found hair left in the bathroom. The rooms are spacious especially ...
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Escape Inn Hershey
Front desk was very nice and very resourceful. The building is also a bit on the older side. The beds were not comfortable at all but we had been out at Hershey for a bit of time so everyone was tired and able to sleep. Rooms were also on the smaller side. Overall it served its purpose and was ...
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
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.
