Downtown Harrisburg Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A city street leading to a grand building with a dome, flanked by tall lamp posts and modern buildings.
A city street with a prominent government building, a clock tower, and a First National Bank.
A city skyline with a prominent green dome and a modern yellow-lit building.
A large government building with a green dome and columns.
A large government building with a green dome and a fountain in front.

Stay near popular Downtown Harrisburg attractions

A grand building with a green dome and illuminated windows at dusk.

Pennsylvania State Capitol

8.6/10 (719 reviews)
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.
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Activities

Rise and Dine Food Tour in Vintage Style Trolley

Rise and Dine Food Tour in Vintage Style Trolley

NZ$203
per adult
Rise and Dine Food Tour in Vintage Style Trolley
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Our pick of the best Downtown Harrisburg Hotel Deals

Hilton Harrisburg

Hilton Harrisburg

4 out of 5
One North Second Street Harrisburg PA
The price is NZ$269 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
NZ$269
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Harrisburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,004 reviews)
"I was very well taken care of from the moment I stepped through the door. Your staff are outstanding."

Reviewed on 3 July 2026

Hilton Harrisburg
Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey by IHG

Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey by IHG

3.5 out of 5
23 S 2nd St Harrisburg PA
The price is NZ$237 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$237
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Harrisburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very good! (1,001 reviews)
"Air conditioning was terrible. I had to switch room so I could have a bed that was close to the air conditioner. the hallways were at least 85 degrees."

Reviewed on 4 July 2026

Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey by IHG
Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area

Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area

2.5 out of 5
300 N Mountain Rd Harrisburg PA
The price is NZ$143 per night from 6 July to 7 July
NZ$143
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Harrisburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.2/10 Good! (2,302 reviews)
"Poor communication at check-in took three tries to get a room. Actual room was clean."

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey

Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey

2.5 out of 5
350 W Chocolate Ave Hershey PA
The price is NZ$314 per night from 6 July to 7 July
NZ$314
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Hershey. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,974 reviews)
"Es bastante cómodo"

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg - Hershey West, PA

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg - Hershey West, PA

3 out of 5
1025 Peiffers Lane Harrisburg PA
The price is NZ$175 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$175
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Harrisburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,065 reviews)
"Nice and cheap. Comfortable beds. Right off interstate."

Reviewed on 4 July 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg - Hershey West, PA
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg Northeast - Hershey

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg Northeast - Hershey

3 out of 5
8000 Jonestown Rd Harrisburg PA
The price is NZ$247 per night from 21 July to 22 July
NZ$247
21 July - 22 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Harrisburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,739 reviews)
"This wasnt a good experience. Their AC wasnt working for whole night, me and my family couldn't sleep. Our next day plan were ruined because of this disturbance in schedule. Won't suggest this hotel anyone."

Reviewed on 4 July 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg Northeast - Hershey
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Harrisburg

Find the best Downtown Harrisburg areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Harrisburg
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A historical exhibit titled 'Rebirth of Freedom Fifty Years in Four' with various documents and photographs.

Allison Hill

If you're spending some time in Allison Hill, National Civil War Museum and Appalachian Brewing Company are top sights worth seeing.

A building with a red brick facade and a marquee sign reading "STRAWBERRY SQUARE".

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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