East Harrisburg Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit East Harrisburg
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Rise and Dine Food Tour in Vintage Style Trolley
Our pick of the best East Harrisburg Hotel Deals
Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
Nice quiet an close
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey
The only issue I had was trying to turn on the shower. The handle was turned off so tight, it wouldn't move! I finally used my brute strength! Ha ha! Otherwise it was very nice. I would stay there again.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Red Lion Hotel Harrisburg Hershey
good value
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Escape Inn Hershey
Not fancy, but the room was well kept.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Harrisburg Airport Hershey
Room and staff were good. Continental breakfast was disappointing at best. Hash browns looked soggy. There were no eggs offered. Next time I'll just go to McDonald's or the nearby diner.
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Hampton Inn Harrisburg-East (Hershey Area)
The staff was very kind & helpful, both in the evening when we checked in and in the morning when we checked out. The entire property was maintained beautifully and was very welcoming. The workout room had good equipment that was in good repair and clean. Our room and bathroom were well appointed ...
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around East 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.
South Harrisburg
When in South Harrisburg, you can plan a visit to Susquehanna River and Riverfront Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Midtown
If you're spending some time in Midtown, Riverfront Park and Broad Street Market are top sights worth seeing.
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.
