South Central Pennsylania Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in South Central Pennsylania
Historic Downtown Lancaster
Historic Downtown Lancaster is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Central Market and Fulton Theatre while you're in town.
Gettysburg Historic District
If you're spending some time in Gettysburg Historic District, Gettysburg Museum of History and Majestic Theater are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Harrisburg
Downtown Harrisburg is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts and Pennsylvania State Capitol while in the area.
North Hershey
While visiting North Hershey, you might make a stop by sights like Hersheypark and Hershey Gardens.
Downtown Hershey
If you're spending some time in Downtown Hershey, Hersheypark and The Hershey Story Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Musser Park
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Musser Park and surrounding area, you can visit Central Market and Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square.
Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
The suite was beautiful and spacious
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey
Room was clean, staff was not really friendly but they were polite. We weren’t really there long, only to sleep. You can hear a lot of noise from the hallways, slamming doors people talking but that was the only real downfall.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Hilton Harrisburg
Staff was 👍
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
The Suites at Hershey
The staff was friendly and welcoming, ready to assist if and when needed to or asked. The room was clean and comfortable. Also, the location is perfect to get around to attractions in the surrounding towns, not just Hershey. Thank you to all at The Suites at Hershey for a great stay!
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
stayAPT Suites Harrisburg-Hershey
Great room and staff, barking dogs was the down side.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Mirror Villas - Modern Retreat with private hot tubs and mountain view
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Popular places to visit
Hersheypark
Enjoy the rides and games at Hersheypark and find out why this is a popular theme park in Hershey. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
Sight and Sound Theatre
You can enjoy a show at Sight and Sound Theatre during your trip to Ronks. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this quaint area.
Hersheypark Stadium
Catch an event at Hersheypark Stadium during your trip to Hershey. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Hershey's Chocolate World
Enjoy a stop at Hershey's Chocolate World, an entertaining place to visit in Hershey. Discover the local chocolate shops and 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.
Dutch Wonderland
Enjoy a fun-filled day at Dutch Wonderland as part of your trip to Lancaster. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area.
- Hersheypark
- Sight and Sound Theatre
- Hershey's Chocolate World
- Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex
- Gettysburg Battlefield Museum
- Giant Center
- Hollywood Casino
- Raystown Lake
- Maple Grove Raceway
- Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square
- Carlisle Fairgrounds
- The Amish Village
- Kitchen Kettle Village
- Bear Creek Mountain
- Pennsylvania State Capitol
- Santander Arena
- Central Market
- Hershey Theatre
