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
Default Image

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
Default Image

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
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$102 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$102
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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! (1,584 reviews)
"Was very clean and comfort"

Reviewed on 18 Aug. 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Harrisburg-Hershey

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Harrisburg-Hershey

3 out of 5
265 N Hershey Rd, Harrisburg, PA
The price is AU$129 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$129
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Harrisburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,728 reviews)
"Location near Hershey Park"

Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Harrisburg-Hershey
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg Northeast - Hershey

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg Northeast - Hershey

3 out of 5
8000 Jonestown Rd, Harrisburg, PA
The price is AU$120 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
AU$120
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Harrisburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,399 reviews)
"Great room, updated, clean, quiet, and comfortable. Breakfast was okay, but breakfast area was too small for the crowd."

Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg Northeast - Hershey
See all 863 properties in Harrisburg - Hershey
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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! (125 reviews)
"Not enough pillows weren't comfortable, hair in towels"

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 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! (118 reviews)
The Shoe fit!
"Our stay in this delightful Shoehouse 14-!6 July 2025 was certainly a memorable relaxing treat. You have certainly thought of and met our every need. Beds comfortable, ac adjustable, linens plentiful---even make-up removable cloths. Loved the former ice cream parlor downstairs area (where I had enjoyed ..."

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 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! (262 reviews)
It’s was Good
"The fact it had two bathrooms and two separate rooms made us like it a lot."

Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025

The Suites at Hershey
See all properties in Harrisburg - Hershey
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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$152
per adult
Rise and Dine Food Tour in Vintage Style Trolley
Bar with Lighted Tasting Table

Bourbon Tasting in York

AU$61
per adult
Bourbon Tasting in York
Hop on board the awesome Brew Bus!

Guided Brewery Tour of York County on the Brew Bus

AU$152
per adult
Guided Brewery Tour of York County on the Brew Bus
See all activities in Harrisburg - Hershey

Cities near Harrisburg - Hershey

Harrisburg which includes cruising, a city and heritage architecture

Harrisburg

Photo by Jessie Lewis

Gardners