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 great live music.
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.
Things to do
Rise and Dine Food Tour in Vintage Style Trolley
Top hotels in Uptown
Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey
"Everyone was nice and kind and knowledgeable. The breakfast was excellent. The cleaning staff did an excellent job."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
"Staff is nice and friendy"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express - Harrisburg East by IHG
"All was good"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg - Hershey West, PA
"Super clean hotel with nice size room, comfortable bed, great breakfast, no funky smells. We will stay here again"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Tru By Hilton Hershey Chocolate Avenue
"Great experience all around. Clean, well maintained, helpful staff, close the everything you need in Hershey."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Express Inn & Suites
"The room was spacious compared to what I expected it would be. The bathroom door was closed when I first checked in and upon opening the door, the strong smell was apparent that it had been very recently used. The shower definitely had not been cleaned fully from the prior guest. The thermostat/ac/fan ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 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.
