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.
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.
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.
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 great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Rise and Dine Food Tour in Vintage Style Trolley
Night Fever A Signature Hershey Area Evening Food Tour
BAPS Temple + Amish Farm + Hershey 2-Day Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Harrisburg
Hilton Harrisburg
Good
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey by IHG
Great stay overall, staff was very friendly
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
Lamentablemente la tormenta de nieve no me permitio realizar el viaje.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey
clean room, staff very friendly
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Tru by Hilton Grantville, PA
Yes!!!! The room was spotless and cozy. The staff were so great. Impressive and thank you.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Harrisburg Airport Hershey
Clean room. Good location and value. Friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
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, Broad Street Market and Riverfront Park 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 Broad Street Market.
