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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Rise and Dine Food Tour in Vintage Style Trolley
BAPS Temple + Amish Farm + Hershey 2-Day Tour
Top hotels in Uptown
Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
Yes
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey
Excellent
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Hotel Indigo Harrisburg - Hershey by IHG
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Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express - Harrisburg East by IHG
The breakfast was very good and the breakfast staff were cheerful and friendly keeping the items topped up. The breakfast seating area is too small for the size of the hotel and the condition of the seating is very poorly maintained and in desperate need for replacement. The electric window blinds ...
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Harrisburg Airport Hershey
The room was clean! The check in gentleman was very friendly!! Breakfast ok the air conditioning was a little laud Overall a good experience 😌
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg Northeast - Hershey
Very nice, friendly staff
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Uptown
Midtown
If you're spending some time in Midtown, Riverfront Park and Broad Street Market are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Allison Hill
If you're spending some time in Allison Hill, National Civil War Museum and Appalachian Brewing Company are top sights worth seeing.
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.
South Harrisburg
When in South Harrisburg, you can plan a visit to Susquehanna River and Riverfront Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
