Downtown Harrisburg Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 entertainment choices.
Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts in Harrisburg. Experience the area's entertainment choices or attend a sporting event.
Appalachian Brewing Company
You can take time to visit Appalachian Brewing Company during your travels to Harrisburg. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Forum Auditorium
You can enjoy a show at Forum Auditorium during your trip to Harrisburg. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the great live music in this family-friendly area.
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.
Activities
Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Capitol Reflections
Astounding Bar Hunt: Harris-bars & Harris-beers Harrisburg
Our pick of the best Downtown Harrisburg Hotel Deals
Hilton Harrisburg
Room was clean , air continuing issue that wasn’t taken care of, staff was great, didn’t go to breakfast cause it was another cost that was pricey , parking was tuff cuz was valet n time to get car was longer than anticipated!
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey by IHG
During booking, the website was unclear about key details, and when I called to confirm amenities and policies, the staff member I spoke with was rude and unhelpful. Questions about room type and fees were answered vaguely, which should have been my first warning sign. . The front desk staff offered ...
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
Great place
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey
When there are a lot of children in the property, there should be staff in the pool area. The parents alone are not watching them
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg Northeast - Hershey
Not at all what the website looked like and they need more staff to clean the rooms and rest of the hotel. It was very poorly maintained.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Tru By Hilton Hershey Chocolate Avenue
Great staff. The pool and gym are well maintained and a huge plus since the weather ruined our Hersheypark plans. Easy parking, nice amenities, and a great location near downtown with plenty of food and drinks nearby. Great stay overall!
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
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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.
