Harrisburg - Hershey Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Harrisburg featuring a river or creek, a bridge and wetlands
Hersheypark
Harrisburg featuring a church or cathedral and heritage architecture
National Civil War Museum which includes a statue or sculpture
Harrisburg which includes a statue or sculpture and a fountain

Where to stay in Harrisburg - Hershey

Pennsylvania showing interior views

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.

Downtown Harrisburg
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Carlisle Historic District

While visiting Carlisle Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Carlisle Theatre and Cumberland County Historical Society Museum.

Carlisle Historic District
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Wormleysburg

Well liked for its river views and restaurants, you might stop by City Island and Broad Street Market while you're exploring Wormleysburg and the surrounding neighbourhoods.

Wormleysburg
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Liebys Trailer Park

While Liebys Trailer Park may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Sports Emporium and Army Heritage and Education Center.

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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.

East Harrisburg
Hershey Gardens which includes a garden

North Hershey

While visiting North Hershey, you might make a stop by sights like Hersheypark and Hershey Gardens.

North Hershey
Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area

Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area

2.5 out of 5
300 N Mountain Rd, Harrisburg, PA
The price is AU$101 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
AU$101
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Harrisburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7/10 Good! (1,781 reviews)
"Nice quiet an close"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey

Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey

2.5 out of 5
350 W Chocolate Ave, Hershey, PA
The price is AU$183 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
AU$183
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Hershey. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,848 reviews)
"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

Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey
Red Lion Hotel Harrisburg Hershey

Red Lion Hotel Harrisburg Hershey

3 out of 5
4751 Lindle Rd, Harrisburg, PA
The price is AU$186 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$186
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Harrisburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"good value"

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Red Lion Hotel Harrisburg Hershey
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stayAPT Suites Harrisburg-Hershey

stayAPT Suites Harrisburg-Hershey

3.5 out of 5
435 Port View Drive, Harrisburg, PA
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Harrisburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Pennsylvania Farm ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (147 reviews)
"Friendly staff. I would recommend this hotel."

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

stayAPT Suites Harrisburg-Hershey
Iconic "Haines Shoe House" - Hot Tub & Firepit - Featured On HGTV

Iconic "Haines Shoe House" - Hot Tub & Firepit - Featured On HGTV

Yorkana
Book a stay at this family-friendly cottage in York. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
10/10 Exceptional! (123 reviews)
"Very cute and surprisingly modern inside!"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Iconic "Haines Shoe House" - Hot Tub & Firepit - Featured On HGTV
The Suites at Hershey

The Suites at Hershey

3 out of 5
176 E Hershey Park Dr, Hershey, PA
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly apartment in Hershey. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Hersheypark and Hershey Theatre ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (271 reviews)
"The staff was very good, property was clean and the pool/game room was nice."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

The Suites at Hershey
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Popular places to visit

Hersheypark featuring a water park

Hersheypark

4/5(1 review)

Ride roller coasters in this action-packed candy-themed park filled with thrilling water slides, child-friendly rides and opportunities to dine with actors dressed as Hershey products.

Hersheypark
Hersheypark Stadium showing music, performance art and night scenes

Hersheypark Stadium

Enjoy a sports competition or a musical concert under the bright lights with beer and snacks in this historic arena.

Hersheypark Stadium
Hershey\'s Chocolate World which includes markets and signage

Hershey's Chocolate World

3.5/5(2 reviews)

Feed your sugary fantasies in attractions dedicated to all things cocoa-related at this chocolate-themed attraction.

Hershey's Chocolate World
Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex

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 Farm Show Complex
Hershey Theater showing interior views, theatre scenes and heritage architecture

Hershey Theatre

Spend a night watching drama, dance and music in one of Pennsylvania’s most opulent venues or tour it during the daytime to glimpse behind the scenes.

Hershey Theatre
Pennsylvania State Capitol featuring night scenes and street scenes

Pennsylvania State Capitol

3/5(1 review)

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.

Pennsylvania State Capitol

Activities

Rise and Dine Food Tour in Vintage Style Trolley

Rise and Dine Food Tour in Vintage Style Trolley

AU$150
per adult
Rise and Dine Food Tour in Vintage Style Trolley
Hop on board the awesome Brew Bus!

Guided Brewery Tour of York County on the Brew Bus

AU$150
per adult
Guided Brewery Tour of York County on the Brew Bus
Bar with Lighted Tasting Table

Bourbon Tasting in York

AU$61
per adult
Bourbon Tasting in York
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Cities near Harrisburg - Hershey

Harrisburg which includes cruising, a city and heritage architecture

Harrisburg

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