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 acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
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.
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 acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
Activities
Rise and Dine Food Tour in Vintage Style Trolley
Our pick of the best Downtown Harrisburg Hotel Deals
Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey by IHG
I enjoyed my stay. It was nothing to write home about but it was clean comfortable and the staff was great. Valet team great as well.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Hilton Harrisburg
Staff was 👍
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey
Indoor pool is nice.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
Clean
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Hotel Indigo Harrisburg - Hershey by IHG
Had airport shuttle, food at the bar was good, friendly stuff and in proximity to restaurants and stores. Will stay there again.
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Harrisburg Airport Hershey
Affordable and convenient. Need to upgrade bathroom
Reviewed on 12 Mar 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, 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.
