Harrisburg Capitol City Guidebook
Sightseeing
The Capitol Building in Harrisburg is very similar to the one in D.C. For that reason, many movies have been filmed here.
52 locals recommend
Pennsylvania State Capitol
501 N 3rd StThe Capitol Building in Harrisburg is very similar to the one in D.C. For that reason, many movies have been filmed here.
Hollywood Casino often has live bands.
36 locals recommend
Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course
777 Hollywood BlvdHollywood Casino often has live bands.
Many outdoor activities are on the island, including the semi-pro Senators Baseball Team, swimming, kiosks and The Pride of the Susquehanna steam boat.
74 locals recommend
City Island Harrisburg
Station RoadMany outdoor activities are on the island, including the semi-pro Senators Baseball Team, swimming, kiosks and The Pride of the Susquehanna steam boat.
Susquehanna River
Walking, biking or just sitting by the river is relaxing.
Pennsylvania Governor's Residence
2035 N Front StTake a tour of the mansion.
Wildwood Park
100 Wildwood WayHike nature trails and see the native flora and fauna.
Fort Hunter Mansion and Park
5300 N Front StReservoir Park
100 Concert DrThe National Civil War Museum
1 Lincoln CirGettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center
1195 Baltimore PikeZooAmerica
201 Park AveTake a tour of the chocolate factory and see how the candy is made. At the end, get a sample.
182 locals recommend
Hershey's Chocolate World
101 Chocolate World WyTake a tour of the chocolate factory and see how the candy is made. At the end, get a sample.
Battle of Gettysburg site
119 locals recommend
Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center
1195 Baltimore PikeBattle of Gettysburg site
Italian Lake Park
Division StreetPopular location for weddings, events, boating or just sitting.
Shopping
Tanger Outlets Lancaster
311 Stanley K Tanger DrDiscount clothing outlets.
Gabe's
3851 Union Deposit RdDiscount clothing store.
Food scene
Broad Street Market
1233 N 3rd StShady Maple Smorgasbord
129 Toddy DrAll you can eat in Omish country.
The best specialty desserts in the area are made here. Call in advance to place your order for pick up.
The Pennsylvania Bakery
1713 Market StThe best specialty desserts in the area are made here. Call in advance to place your order for pick up.
Gilligan's Bar & Grill
10 N Houcks RdSports Bar and restaurant with great food. Prime Rib is on Thursdays.
New Orleans style soul food cuisine. Occasional live music performances.
6 locals recommend
Crawdaddys
1500 N 6th StNew Orleans style soul food cuisine. Occasional live music performances.
Naples Pizza
121 South Front StreetGreat subs.
Grocery Store
Local grocery store. The prepared foods like the fried chicken and subs are great.
67 locals recommend
GIANT Food Stores
3301 E Trindle RdLocal grocery store. The prepared foods like the fried chicken and subs are great.
Entertainment
Hershey Park is one of the best amusement parks in the country nestled inside the sweetest place on earth, Hershey, PA.
406 locals recommend
Hersheypark
100 Hersheypark DrHershey Park is one of the best amusement parks in the country nestled inside the sweetest place on earth, Hershey, PA.