Uptown Travel Guide
Harrisburg
Popular places to visit
Dixon University Center
Explore the campus of Dixon University Center during your stay in Harrisburg. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
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 State Capitol
Learn about the local history of Harrisburg with a stop at Pennsylvania State Capitol. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
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.
National Civil War Museum
Find out about the history of Harrisburg when you spend time at National Civil War Museum. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or experience its great live music.
City Island
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at City Island during your travels in Harrisburg. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in Uptown
Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey
Clean and comfortable room, good breakfast.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
Easy check-in, clean, comfortable rooms. Decent breakfast
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisburg Northeast - Hershey
Okay
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Harrisburg Airport Hershey
This is our go to place to stay when our daughter flies back to college. The staff and the amenities are amazing.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Hilton Harrisburg
Cleanliness and thoughtfulness of the front desk
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express - Harrisburg East by IHG
This was a great stay. Very friendly staff and easy check in and parking. Room was spacious and quiet. Bed was very comfortable. Would definitely stay again
Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Uptown
Midtown
If you're spending some time in Midtown, Riverfront Park and Broad Street Market are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Allison Hill
If you're spending some time in Allison Hill, National Civil War Museum and Appalachian Brewing Company are top sights worth seeing.
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.
South Harrisburg
When in South Harrisburg, you can plan a visit to Susquehanna River and Riverfront Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
