Downtown Harrisburg Travel Guide
Harrisburg
Visit Downtown Harrisburg
Popular places to visit
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 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.
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.
State Museum of Pennsylvania
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at State Museum of Pennsylvania during your travels in Harrisburg. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
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.
Top hotels in Downtown Harrisburg
Crowne Plaza Harrisburg-Hershey by IHG
Average
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
Hilton Harrisburg
The Ad Lib Restaurant Amazing
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey
X
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
This Ramada was very clean and nice. The pool and hot tub are well kept. The breakfast area was pristine and well attended with fresh fruit and other good things. High marks and the best value for the price in many years!
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Hotel Indigo Harrisburg - Hershey by IHG
When I went to the front desk this morning at 4:30 AM to catch my shuttle that I had reserved, I was informed that the shuttle driver had called in sick and there was no ride to the airport for me. When I asked what my alternatives were, the front desk clerk said I might have a guy, I can call him ...
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Harrisburg Airport Hershey
Front desk staff were not very inviting, no hello when we said hello, no good morning when we said good morning, not even a smile or a thank you. I am disabled and I had my own shower chair but we forgot the screws to put it together so it was a relief that the hotel offered one. Breakfast was good ...
Reviewed on 23 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.
