Central Pennsylvania, PA

Travel Guide

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
Pennsylvania featuring interior views

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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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
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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 Lancaster Science Factory.

East Side
Toftrees Golf Resort
Toftrees Golf Resort
3 out of 5
1 Country Club Ln, State College, PA
The price is SAR 327 per night from Feb 27 to Feb 28
SAR 327
SAR 363 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
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)
"Toftrees is a comfortable and pleasant place to stay."

Reviewed on 2 February 2025

Toftrees Golf Resort
Cartoon Network Hotel
Cartoon Network Hotel
3.5 out of 5
2285 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, PA
The price is SAR 296 per night from Feb 20 to Feb 21
SAR 296
SAR 329 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
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! (1,679 reviews)
"Loved it!"

Reviewed on 6 February 2025

Cartoon Network Hotel
The Nittany Lion Inn
The Nittany Lion Inn
3 out of 5
200 West Park Avenue, State College, PA
The price is SAR 507 per night from Feb 24 to Feb 25
SAR 507
SAR 563 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Stay at this 3-star historic hotel in State College. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions Bryce Jordan Center and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Wonderful
"Wonderful stay. Love the lobby with the fireplace. Great place to hang out and get your work done."

Reviewed on 7 February 2025

The Nittany Lion Inn
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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 Pennsylvania Farm ...
9/10 Wonderful! (26 reviews)
"Made you feel like you were at home"

Reviewed on 19 January 2025

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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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (232 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
Iconic "Haines Shoe House" - Hot Tub & Firepit - Featured On HGTV
Iconic "Haines Shoe House" - Hot Tub & Firepit - Featured On HGTV
Yorkana
Book a stay at this family-friendly cottage in York. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and cable/satellite TV service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
10/10 Exceptional! (102 reviews)
Great accomodations
"The show was great for a weekend getaway!"

Reviewed on 31 January 2025

Iconic "Haines Shoe House" - Hot Tub & Firepit - Featured On HGTV
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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 entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene in this family-friendly area.

Hersheypark
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
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
Dutch Wonderland

Dutch Wonderland

4.5/5(236 reviews)

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

Dutch Wonderland
Sight and Sound Theatre

Sight and Sound Theatre

5/5(686 reviews)

You can enjoy a show at Sight and Sound Theatre during your stay in Ronks. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theater scene in this family-friendly area.

Sight and Sound Theatre
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