Harrisburg - Hershey Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Harrisburg - Hershey
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.
Carlisle Historic District
While visiting Carlisle Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Carlisle Theatre and Cumberland County Historical Society Museum.
Wormleysburg
Well liked for its river views and restaurants, you might stop by City Island and Broad Street Market while you're exploring Wormleysburg and the surrounding neighbourhoods.
Liebys Trailer Park
While Liebys Trailer Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Sports Emporium and Army Heritage and Education Center.
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.
North Hershey
While visiting North Hershey, you might make a stop by sights like Hersheypark and Hershey Gardens.
Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
Nice quiet an close
Reviewed on 18 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
stayAPT Suites Harrisburg-Hershey
Friendly staff. I would recommend this hotel.
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
The Suites at Hershey
We did not use the kitchen but it appeared fully stocked.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
BurgBnB Riverfront
We enjoyed our stay overall — the space was clean, good condition and fairly priced. However, the 5 PM check-in and 10 AM check-out times felt unusually restrictive, leaving little flexibility for guests. We were also surprised to be asked to start the laundry, which felt more like a cleaning task ...
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025
Popular places to visit
Hersheypark
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 Stadium
Enjoy a sports competition or a musical concert under the bright lights with beer and snacks in this historic arena.
Hershey's Chocolate World
Feed your sugary fantasies in attractions dedicated to all things cocoa-related at this chocolate-themed attraction.
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.
Hershey Theatre
Spend a night watching drama, dance and music in one of Pennsylvania’s most opulent venues or tour it during the daytime to glimpse behind the scenes.
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.
Things to do
Rise and Dine Food Tour in Vintage Style Trolley
Guided Brewery Walking Tour in York City
York City: The Ultimate Walking Craft Brewery Tour
Guided Brewery Tour of York County on the Brew Bus
