Central Pennsylvania, PA

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Central Pennsylvania which includes a square or plaza and heritage architecture
Harrisburg showing a church or cathedral and heritage architecture
Central Pennsylvania showing fall colors
The Hershey Story Museum featuring interior views
National Civil War Museum showing a statue or sculpture

Where to stay in Central Pennsylvania

Historic Downtown Lancaster

Historic Downtown Lancaster

Historic Downtown Lancaster is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Central Market or Fulton Theatre.

Historic Downtown Lancaster
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Downtown Harrisburg

3/5(4 area reviews)

Central core neighborhood with a lively "Restaurant Row" on North Second Street, Downtown Harrisburg offers attractions like City Island, Riverfront Park, and the Capital Area Greenbelt. Discover boutique shops in SoMa and the Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts.

Downtown Harrisburg
Gettysburg which includes heritage architecture and a bridge

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.

Gettysburg Historic District
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East Side

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in East Side and surrounding area, you can visit Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square and Heritage Center Museum of Lancaster County.

East Side
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Ross

Ross might not have many top sights, but Clipper Magazine Stadium and Central Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Ross
After the rain, discovered this mushroom art on West Chestnut Street.

Chestnut Hill

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Chestnut Hill and surrounding area, you can visit Fulton Theatre and Clipper Magazine Stadium.

Chestnut Hill
Cartoon Network Hotel
Cartoon Network Hotel
3.5 out of 5
2285 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, PA
The price is SAR 256 per night from Jan 16 to Jan 17
SAR 256
SAR 284 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Jan - 17 Jan
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Lancaster. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the clean rooms ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,676 reviews)
"We like the games that they play with kids. Good room with cartoon theme, good heated pool , cleanliness's."

Reviewed on 2 January 2025

Cartoon Network Hotel
Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
2.5 out of 5
300 N Mountain Rd, Harrisburg, PA
The price is SAR 213 per night from Jan 12 to Jan 13
SAR 213
SAR 236 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Harrisburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
6.8/10 (1,007 reviews)
"Very nice pool and spa area. Close to restaurants"

Reviewed on 3 January 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
Toftrees Golf Resort
Toftrees Golf Resort
3 out of 5
1 Country Club Ln, State College, PA
The price is SAR 237 per night from Jan 6 to Jan 7
SAR 237
SAR 263 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan
Book a stay at this golf resort in State College. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Got the room at a very cheap rate. I wish we could stay there a bit longer."

Reviewed on 19 December 2024

Toftrees Golf Resort
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stayAPT Suites Harrisburg-Hershey
stayAPT Suites Harrisburg-Hershey
3.5 out of 5
435 Port View Drive, Harrisburg, PA
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Harrisburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Red Crown Bowling ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 15 December 2024

stayAPT Suites Harrisburg-Hershey
The Suites at Hershey
The Suites at Hershey
3 out of 5
176 E Hershey Park Dr, Hershey, PA
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly apartment in Hershey. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Hersheypark and Hersheypark ...
9/10 Wonderful! (231 reviews)
"We Love staying at Hershey Suites, it’s like our home away from home with close proximity to all the local restaurants shopping and attractions."

Reviewed on 29 December 2024

The Suites at Hershey
'lone Ranger' Cabin w/ 50 Acres by Raystown Lake
'lone Ranger' Cabin w/ 50 Acres by Raystown Lake
2 out of 5
Huntingdon
Stay at this cottage in Huntingdon. Enjoy free parking, patios, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Allegrippis Trailhead and Swigart Museum are located ...
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Popular places to visit

Hersheypark which includes a waterpark

Hersheypark

4.5/5(1,254 reviews)

Enjoy the rides and games at Hersheypark and find out why this is a popular theme park in Hershey. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

Hersheypark
Pennsylvania State University

Pennsylvania State University

4.5/5(767 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Pennsylvania State University, during your trip to State College. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

Pennsylvania State University
Seven Springs Mountain Resort

Seven Springs Mountain Resort

4.5/5(111 reviews)

Hit the slopes in Champion with a visit to Seven Springs Mountain Resort. Take in the art scene and countryside in this romantic area.

Seven Springs Mountain Resort
Hershey\'s Chocolate World featuring signage and markets

Hershey's Chocolate World

4.5/5(1,291 reviews)

Enjoy a stop at Hershey's Chocolate World, an entertaining place to visit in Hershey. Discover the local chocolate shops and acclaimed theater scene in this family-friendly area.

Hershey's Chocolate World
Hersheypark Stadium which includes night scenes, performance art and nightlife

Hersheypark Stadium

4.5/5(409 reviews)

Catch an event at Hersheypark Stadium during your trip to Hershey. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene in this family-friendly area.

Hersheypark Stadium
Dutch Wonderland

Dutch Wonderland

4.5/5(236 reviews)

Enjoy a fun-filled day at Dutch Wonderland during your trip to Lancaster. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area.

Dutch Wonderland