Title: Things to Do in Carlisle in 2026 | Expedia.com [Carlisle Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Carlisle.dx7264)[Hotels in Carlisle](https://expedia.com/Carlisle-Hotels.d7264.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Carlisle](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Carlisle.d7264.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Carlisle](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Carlisle.d7264.Car-Rental-Guide)[Carlisle Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Carlisle.d7264.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Carlisle ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Carlisle Types of activities Where to stay [Carlisle Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Carlisle.dx7264) ![Aerial view of Carlisle, PA, showcasing a mix of residential, commercial buildings, and tree-lined streets under a clear morning sky.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7264/8490977b-5daf-4ea0-99df-b69cf7bc79c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aerial view of Carlisle, PA, showcasing a mix of residential, commercial buildings, and tree-lined streets under a clear morning sky.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7264/8490977b-5daf-4ea0-99df-b69cf7bc79c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Beautiful climb to the overlook on a summer day. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7264/c8fe0607-2e37-4ec4-b38b-a6715277dcdf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and vacation rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.com/welcome-one-key) --- ## Recommended things to do in Carlisle | Number of things to do | 3 | | ------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Harrisburg's Historic Downtown Smartphone Guided Walking Tour](/things-to-do/harrisburgs-historic-downtown-smartphone-guided-walking-tour.a50290980.activity-details): $10 | | Top 5 things to do | [Harrisburg's Historic Downtown Smartphone Guided Walking Tour](/things-to-do/harrisburgs-historic-downtown-smartphone-guided-walking-tour.a50290980.activity-details)[Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Capitol Reflections](/things-to-do/self-guided-harrisburg-scavenger-hunt-capitol-reflections.a2562556.activity-details)[Astounding Bar Hunt: Harris-bars & Harris-beers Harrisburg](/things-to-do/self-guided-bar-hunt-harris-bars-harris-beers-harrisburg.a2562640.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Harrisburg's Historic Downtown Smartphone Guided Walking Tour](/things-to-do/harrisburgs-historic-downtown-smartphone-guided-walking-tour.a50290980.activity-details)[Astounding Scavenger Hunt: Capitol Reflections](/things-to-do/self-guided-harrisburg-scavenger-hunt-capitol-reflections.a2562556.activity-details)[Astounding Bar Hunt: Harris-bars & Harris-beers Harrisburg](/things-to-do/self-guided-bar-hunt-harris-bars-harris-beers-harrisburg.a2562640.activity-details) | | With kids | [Harrisburg's Historic Downtown Smartphone Guided Walking Tour](/things-to-do/harrisburgs-historic-downtown-smartphone-guided-walking-tour.a50290980.activity-details) | ## What to do in Carlisle --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Carlisle? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Carlisle ![Historic Cannon in Lush Park Setting Eye Level Perspective](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6219331/902f66f6-c4ed-4454-8234-b2fff8dc7241.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Army Heritage and Education Center You can browse the exhibits at Army Heritage and Education Center, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Carlisle. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the charming coffeehouses. [](https://expedia.com/Army-Heritage-And-Education-Center-Carlisle.d6219331.Vacation-Attraction) #### Carlisle Fairgrounds Take the family on an outing to Carlisle Fairgrounds during your trip to Carlisle. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops. [](https://expedia.com/Carlisle-Fairgrounds-Carlisle.d6163562.Vacation-Attraction) #### Dickinson College Explore the campus of Dickinson College, during your trip to Carlisle. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the charming coffeehouses. [](https://expedia.com/Dickinson-College-Carlisle.d6219327.Vacation-Attraction) #### Carlisle Barracks Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Carlisle Barracks, during your trip to Carlisle. Check out the shops and charming coffeehouses in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/Carlisle-Barracks-Carlisle.d6219329.Vacation-Attraction) #### Sports Emporium Take the family on an outing to Sports Emporium during your trip to Carlisle. Attend a sporting event in the area, or seek out the campsites. [](https://expedia.com/Sports-Emporium-Carlisle.d6267313.Vacation-Attraction) #### Carlisle Theatre Get tickets for a show at Carlisle Theatre, a storied theater in Carlisle. Check out the top-notch restaurants or charming coffeehouses in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/Carlisle-Theatre-Carlisle.d553248621532663019.Vacation-Attraction) #### Penn State Dickinson Law Walk around the campus at Penn State Dickinson Law as part of your travels around Carlisle. [](https://expedia.com/Penn-State-Dickinson-Law-Carlisle-Historic-District.d553248635975778389.Vacation-Attraction) #### Cumberland County Courthouse After visiting Cumberland County Courthouse, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Carlisle. Check out the top-notch restaurants or charming coffeehouses in this family-friendly area. [](https://expedia.com/Cumberland-County-Courthouse-Carlisle-Historic-District.d553248621558085455.Vacation-Attraction) #### Cumberland County Historical Society Museum You can study the exhibits at Cumberland County Historical Society Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Carlisle. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the charming coffeehouses. [](https://expedia.com/Cumberland-County-Historical-Society-Museum-Carlisle-Historic-District.d6221005.Vacation-Attraction) ### Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Carlisle ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Carlisle Historic District If you're spending some time in Carlisle Historic District, Carlisle Theatre and Georgie Lou's Retro Candy & Gifts are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/Carlisle-Carlisle-Historic-District.dx948512180700123136) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Liebys Trailer Park Liebys Trailer Park might not have many top sights, but Sports Emporium and Carlisle Barracks are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.com/Carlisle-Liebys-Trailer-Park.dx3000186891) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Carlisle.dx7264.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP..Neighborhoods) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Carlisle ![P8P7WM Skyline of Harrisburg Pennsylvania from City Island from accross the Susquehanna River](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6078547/d3c19315-1b95-47bb-86ed-ab7e19447b1c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Enola ![Landscape of the Swimming and Fishing Area in Colonel Denning State Park in Tuscarora State Forest in Pennsylvania](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/8781/b02b120a-9bfc-43a7-8920-8be4d19141b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Mechanicsburg ![Children's Lake at Boiling Springs](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/55594/802b0b7f-fc56-430e-afb5-f9b9bb68eab1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Boiling Springs ![Awesome local hiking! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6354252/8e85b3d7-d527-4d66-abf3-a35df8e78559.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Gardners ![Laughlin Grist Mill, Newville, Pennsylvania, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000455436/c39dc545-d85a-4448-87d0-ff6d4c5c7498.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Newville ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Carlisle worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Carlisle? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Carlisle? ### Is three days enough to stay in Carlisle? ### What are some activities to do in Carlisle with kids? > - [Harrisburg's Historic Downtown Smartphone Guided Walking Tour](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/harrisburgs-historic-downtown-smartphone-guided-walking-tour.a50290980.activity-details) ### What to do in Carlisle for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Carlisle? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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