Local Attractions
The Harrisburg area has a lot do, should you find yourself wanting to break away for awhile. Check these out:
Museums
National Civil War Museum
1 Lincoln Cir, Harrisburg, PA 17103-2411
(717) 260-1861 | https://www.nationalcivilwarmuseum.org
The National Civil War Museum is one of the largest museums in the country dedicated solely to the American Civil War. We seek to tell the whole story of this troubled chapter in American history by discussing the causes of the war, the battles that took place during the conflict, and the legacy of the war that remains with us to this day.
State Museum of Pennsylvania
300 North Street, Harrisburg, PA 17120
(717) 787-4980 | https://statemuseumpa.org
The State Museum of Pennsylvania in Harrisburg, the official museum of the Commonwealth, is a great place for exploration, fun, and discovery.
Pennsylvania National Fire Museum
1820 N 4th Street, Harrisburg, PA 17102
(717) 232-8915 | https://pnfm.org
The Pennsylvania National Fire Museum is in an historic 1899 Victorian Firehouse. It was once the home of the Reily Hose Fire Co. No. 10 of Harrisburg. Exhibits focus on the history of the fire service from the time of America's colonial days to the present.
Susquehanna Art Museum
1401 North 3rd Street, Harrisburg, PA 17102
(717) 233-8668 | https://susquehannaartmuseum.org
Nestled within the Capital City’s emerging midtown neighborhood in a newly reclaimed building, the Susquehanna Art Museum serves as a catalyst in the Commonwealth to offer educationally superior programming and diversely extraordinary exhibitions.
Amusement Parks
Hersheypark
100 Hersheypark Drive, Hershey, PA 17033
(717) 534-3900 | https://www.hersheypark.com
The largest amusement park in Pennsylvania features 11 rollercoasters, family attractions, and a large waterpark spread over 121 acres. It is located 15 miles east of Harrisburg and 95 miles west of Philadelphia. The park was founded in 1906 by Milton S. Hershey as a leisure park for the employees of the Hershey Chocolate Company.
Dutch Wonderland
2249 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, PA 17602
(866) 386-2839 | https://www.dutchwonderland.com
Dutch Wonderland is a 48-acre theme park just east of Lancaster, Pennsylvania in East Lampeter Township, appealing primarily to families with small children. The park’s theme is “A Kingdom for Kids.” It has three roller coasters and one water ride.
National and State Parks – Closest state parks to Harrisburg
City Island
10 N 2nd Street Ste 103, Harrisburg, PA 17101
(717) 233-7211 | https://harrisburgpa.gov/city-island
In the Susquehanna River off shore of downtown Harrisburg, this is a recreational island with trails for biking and jogging as well as boat rentals, a steam train, miniature golf, and a baseball stadium.
Fort Hunter Mansion and Park
5300 N Front Street, Harrisburg, PA 17110
(717) 599-5751 | https://forthunter.org
Built on a bluff overlooking the Susquehanna River, Fort Hunter Mansion and Park has served as a war fort, a hub for frontier commerce, and an exclusive private estate. Now preserved and open to the public, Fort Hunter Mansion and Park invites you to explore Pennsylvania's rich history. Guided tours of Fort Hunter Mansion are available every day but Mondays, May through December. Admission is charged. Fort Hunter Park is open free to the public, daily from 8 am - dusk.
Wildwood Park
100 Wildwood Way, Harrisburg, PA 17110
(717) 221-0292 | https://explorewildwoodpark.org
Wildwood Park is located in the rolling hills of central Pennsylvania on the outskirts of downtown Harrisburg. Its 229 acres are a haven for countless species of flora and fauna centered around the 90-acre freshwater wetland. A popular three-mile loop trail encircles the park with side trails and boardwalks for a total of six miles of trails. Its attractive Olewine Nature Center features engaging exhibits on environmental education. Wildwood Park is one of Pennsylvania’s premier centers for environmental studies, educational opportunities and outdoor recreation. It is a cherished retreat for nature lovers, bird watchers and exercise enthusiasts.
Gifford Pinchot State Park
2200 Rosstown Road, Lewisberry, PA 17339-9787
(717) 432-5011 | giffordpinchotsp@pa.gov
Gifford Pinchot State Park, a 2,338-acre, full-service park, is in northern York County along PA Route 177 between the towns of Rossville and Lewisberry. The park consists of reverting farm fields and wooded hillsides with the 340-acre Pinchot Lake serving as a prime attraction.
Restaurants Near Sheraton Harrisburg | Hershey Hotel
Leeds Ltd Restaurant & Bar – 4.4 stars
750 Eisenhower Blvd, Harrisburg, PA 17111
(717) 564-4654 | https://leedsltd.com
Gilligan’s Bar & Grill – 4.4 stars
987 Eisenhower Blvd, Harrisburg, PA 17111
(717) 939-9575 | https://www.gilligansbarandgrill.net
El Rancho Restaurante Bar & Grill – Mexican – 4.3 stars
771 Eisenhower Blvd, Harrisburg, PA 17111
(717) 317-9239 | https://elranchoharrisburg.com
Roadhouse Café, Bar & Grill – 4.2 stars
1031 Eisenhower Blvd, Harrisburg, PA 17111
(717) 939-9915 | https://roadhousecafebarandgrill.com
