Downtown Harrisburg Travel Guide
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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 acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
City Island
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at City Island during your travels in Harrisburg. Experience the entertainment choices 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.
Our pick of the best Downtown Harrisburg Hotel Deals
Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey by IHG
Wonderful staff but property is pretty dated
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Hilton Harrisburg
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
The room was clean but wasnt ready when i arrived
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey
Great, period!
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Harrisburg Airport Hershey
Yes everything good and clean
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Hampton Inn Harrisburg-East (Hershey Area)
Clean room, friendly staff
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
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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.
Downtown Harrisburg Travel Guide
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