Downtown Harrisburg Travel Guide
Harrisburg
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.
Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts in Harrisburg. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
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.
Appalachian Brewing Company
You can take time to visit Appalachian Brewing Company during your travels to Harrisburg. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Forum Auditorium
You can enjoy a show at Forum Auditorium during your trip to Harrisburg. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the great live music in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Rise and Dine Food Tour in Vintage Style Trolley
BAPS Temple + Amish Farm + Hershey 2-Day Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Harrisburg
Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey by IHG
Clean, comfortable
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Hilton Harrisburg
The Ad Lib Restaurant Amazing
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey
Breakfast was good but crowded. We expected that because it was Spring break.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
Clean and spacious
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Hotel Indigo Harrisburg - Hershey by IHG
NA
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express - Harrisburg East by IHG
Stay was good. Breakfast was great. There was a very loud disruptive guest that continued for several hours overnight; room phone did not work to call desk to complain over middle of the night.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
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.
