South Central Pennsylania Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Photo provided by Gettysburg Convention & Visitors Bureau
Photo provided by Gettysburg Convention & Visitors Bureau
Photo provided by Gettysburg Convention & Visitors Bureau/Jeremy Hess
Photo provided by Gettysburg Convention & Visitors Bureau/Jeremy Hess
Harrisburg which includes street scenes
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Where to stay in South Central Pennsylania

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Historic Downtown Lancaster

Historic Downtown Lancaster is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Central Market and Fulton Theatre while you're in town.

Historic Downtown Lancaster
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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.

Downtown Harrisburg
Gettysburg showing a bridge and heritage architecture

Gettysburg Historic District

If you're spending some time in Gettysburg Historic District, Gettysburg Museum of History and Majestic Theater are top sights worth seeing.

Gettysburg Historic District
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Prospect Heights

While Prospect Heights may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Fulton Theatre and Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square.

Prospect Heights
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Ross

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ross and surrounding area, you can visit Penn Medicine Park and Central Market.

Ross
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Musser Park

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Musser Park and surrounding area, you can visit Central Market and Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square.

Musser Park
Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
2.5 out of 5
300 N Mountain Rd, Harrisburg, PA
The price is AU$95 per night from 24 Apr to 25 Apr
AU$95
includes taxes & fees
24 Apr - 25 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Harrisburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7/10 Good! (1,201 reviews)
"We had such a big room with a jacuzzi tub in the bedroom fireplace 2 couches it was just amazing"

Reviewed on 2 Apr. 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
Cartoon Network Hotel
Cartoon Network Hotel
3.5 out of 5
2285 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, PA
The price is AU$185 per night from 24 Apr to 25 Apr
AU$185
includes taxes & fees
24 Apr - 25 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Lancaster. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the clean rooms ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,706 reviews)
great place, minus the food
"My kids LOVED the hotel. We were there in March so we did not get to enjoy the outside water area but it looks great! We enjoyed the indoor pool and my kids were so excited about the characters, arcade, and crafts that were offered. The negative is their restaurant, the breakfast buffet was very ..."

Reviewed on 1 Apr. 2025

Cartoon Network Hotel
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg Northeast - Hershey
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg Northeast - Hershey
3 out of 5
8000 Jonestown Rd, Harrisburg, PA
The price is AU$130 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
AU$130
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Harrisburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,224 reviews)
"We had an excellent overnight stay the only reason I didn’t give it 5 stars was 1. The young fellow who checked me in couldn’t tell me what side of the building our room was located so we could park our car on the appropriate side and when asked if any restaurants in the area delivered or could he ..."

Reviewed on 1 Apr. 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg Northeast - Hershey
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stayAPT Suites Harrisburg-Hershey
stayAPT Suites Harrisburg-Hershey
3.5 out of 5
435 Port View Drive, Harrisburg, PA
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Harrisburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Pennsylvania Farm ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (43 reviews)
""Darell and James were incredibly friendly and always available whenever we needed anything. Their accommodating nature and outstanding customer service truly stood out. Our stay was seamless, with no issues or complaints. The hotel provided everything necessary for a comfortable extended stay. Highly ..."

Reviewed on 1 Apr. 2025

stayAPT Suites Harrisburg-Hershey
The Suites at Hershey
The Suites at Hershey
3 out of 5
176 E Hershey Park Dr, Hershey, PA
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly apartment in Hershey. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Hersheypark and Hersheypark ...
9/10 Wonderful! (233 reviews)
"We Love staying at Hershey Suites, it’s like our home away from home with close proximity to all the local restaurants shopping and attractions."

Reviewed on 29 Dec. 2024

The Suites at Hershey
Iconic "Haines Shoe House" - Hot Tub & Firepit - Featured On HGTV
Iconic "Haines Shoe House" - Hot Tub & Firepit - Featured On HGTV
Yorkana
Book a stay at this family-friendly cottage in York. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and cable/satellite TV service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
10/10 Exceptional! (109 reviews)
Shoe House Anniversary Celebration
"We had a fabulous weekend celebrating our 40th anniversary at the Shoe House. The house is beautifully decorated with every detail thought of by the hosts. We spent our weekend cooking together, playing games, sitting out by the fire pit and enjoying the hot tub. Sleeping accommodations are comfortable. ..."

Reviewed on 16 Mar. 2025

Iconic "Haines Shoe House" - Hot Tub & Firepit - Featured On HGTV
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Popular places to visit

Hersheypark featuring a water park

Hersheypark

4/5(1 review)

Ride roller coasters in this action-packed candy-themed park filled with thrilling water slides, child-friendly rides and opportunities to dine with actors dressed as Hershey products.

Hersheypark
Sight and Sound Theatre

Sight and Sound Theatre

Bible stories come to life on stage in spectacular fashion at this renowned theater and entertainment company in Lancaster County.

Sight and Sound Theatre
Dutch Wonderland

Dutch Wonderland

With plenty of thrill rides, attractions, shows and water activities, this award-winning amusement park is one of the best in the state.

Dutch Wonderland
Hershey\'s Chocolate World which includes markets and signage

Hershey's Chocolate World

3.5/5(2 reviews)

Feed your sugary fantasies in attractions dedicated to all things cocoa-related at this chocolate-themed attraction.

Hershey's Chocolate World
Hersheypark Stadium showing music, performance art and night scenes

Hersheypark Stadium

Enjoy a sports competition or a musical concert under the bright lights with beer and snacks in this historic arena.

Hersheypark Stadium
Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square

Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square

You can learn about the history of Lancaster with a stop at Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square

Cities near South Central Pennsylania

Harrisburg which includes cruising, a city and heritage architecture

Harrisburg

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Milton

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