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.
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.
Fort Hunter Mansion and Park
Find out about the history of Harrisburg when you take a trip to Fort Hunter Mansion and Park. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Harrisburg's Historic Downtown Smartphone Guided Walking Tour
Rise and Dine Food Tour in Vintage Style Trolley
BAPS Temple + Amish Farm + Hershey 2-Day Tour
Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Capitol Reflections
Astounding Bar Hunt: Harris-bars & Harris-beers Harrisburg
Top hotels in Uptown
Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
Property has bedbugs before we walked in people told us to get our money back they were leaving bc its infested
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey
Rude staff in breakfast area. Staff playing on phone at arrival
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg Northeast - Hershey
The "pet room" i was given was right in front of the elevator. That meant it was very noisy and i was up much if the night keeping my dog quiet because of the noise. I raised this issue with staff before i moved in and was told pets had to be in that room. I think if I'm willing to pay a $75 pet ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Tru By Hilton Hershey Chocolate Avenue
The first room we were assigned was absolutely filthy! Dirty, dusty…when pulling the shade down, exposed to black mold all along the side of the shade, and the bathroom molding/shower -moldy! Complained to front desk immediately. We were assigned to another room which was way cleaner, but to only ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express - Harrisburg East by IHG
Break fast was great, a lot of varieties. Hotel was great. Front desk staff was very friendly
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Harrisburg Airport Hershey
Supportive staff
Reviewed on 7 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.
