Uptown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 acclaimed theatre scene 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 entertainment choices.

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 acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Activities

Rise and Dine Food Tour in Vintage Style Trolley

BAPS Temple + Amish Farm + Hershey 2-Day Tour
Our pick of the best Uptown Hotel Deals

Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey
Debbie, at the front desk was very helpful! The room was clean and nice.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
Nice and clean
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Express - Harrisburg East by IHG
Great stay! The hotel was very clean, the room was spotless, and the breakfast was great. Definitely worth the price. I would stay here again.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg Northeast - Hershey
Spotless room, beds were comfy and breakfast was very good! Hot tub needs to be emptied and refilled as it resembled a bath tub and had very obviously not been cleaned properly in awhile.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Harrisburg Airport Hershey
This is our go to place to stay when our daughter flies back to college. The staff and the amenities are amazing.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg - Hershey West, PA
Room was clean. Beds were comfortable. Price was reasonable.
Reviewed on 22 Jan 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 Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts and Pennsylvania State Capitol 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.
