South Central Pennsylania, PA
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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.

Downtown Harrisburg
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.

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.

Prospect Heights
While there might not be top attractions in Prospect Heights, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Fulton Theatre and Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square.

Ross
Ross might not have many top sights, but Penn Medicine Park and Central Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Musser Park
When in Musser Park, you can plan a visit to Central Market and Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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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 theater scene in this family-friendly area.

Sight and Sound Theatre
Take in a show or just stop by for a photo at Sight and Sound Theatre, one of the favorite theaters in Ronks. Experience the acclaimed theater scene and great live music in this quaint area.

Dutch Wonderland
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.

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

Gettysburg National Military Park
Explore the great outdoors at Gettysburg National Military Park, a lovely green space in Gettysburg. Discover the monuments in this quaint area, or seek out its ski slopes.
- Hersheypark
- Sight and Sound Theatre
- Dutch Wonderland
- Hersheypark Stadium
- Hershey's Chocolate World
- Spooky Nook Sports
- American Music Theatre Lancaster
- Gettysburg National Military Park
- Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square
- Carlisle Fairgrounds
- Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex
- Gettysburg Battlefield Museum
- Franklin & Marshall College
- Raystown Lake
- Giant Center
- Maple Grove Raceway
- The Amish Village
- Vraj Temple
- Tanger Outlets Lancaster
- Hershey Theatre
- Amish Farm and House
- Lancaster County Convention Center
- York ExpoCenter
- Millersville University
- Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
- Hollywood Casino
- Kitchen Kettle Village
- Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre
- Dickinson College
- Harley Davidson Factory
- Santander Arena
- The Hershey Story Museum