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.
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 acclaimed theatre scene 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 great live music.
Forum Auditorium
You can enjoy a show at Forum Auditorium during your trip to Harrisburg. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
John Harris-Simon Cameron Mansion
You can find out about the history of Harrisburg with a stop at John Harris-Simon Cameron Mansion. Experience the entertainment choices and 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
Rise and Dine Food Tour in Vintage Style Trolley
BAPS Temple + Amish Farm + Hershey 2-Day Tour
Our pick of the best Downtown Harrisburg Hotel Deals
Hilton Harrisburg
Cleanliness and thoughtfulness of the front desk
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey by IHG
Hotel staff was very helpful and pleasant. Our room was very clean and accesable to downtown. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey
Stayed for 1 night. Checked in at 10:30pm and left around 10am. It was good staff was friendly and accommodating. Breakfast was a choice of waffle, cereals,some bread, bagels, yogurts. Wish they had eggs, bacon, and some stuff like that. They did had hard boiled eggs, kind of wish they had scrambled ...
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
The pool area was wonderful the hot tub was very nice staff was so courteous I will be back again
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg Northeast - Hershey
Great
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Harrisburg Airport Hershey
Yes it was good
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
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, Broad Street Market and Riverfront Park 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 Broad Street Market.
