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Number of things to do	14
Cheapest thing to do on Expedia	York Self Guided App Private Walking Tour: $10
Top 5 things to do	Gettysburg: Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour Countryside & Orchards Rise and Dine Food Tour in Vintage Style Trolley Hershey Trolley Food Tour Experience Bourbon Tasting in York York Self Guided App Private Walking Tour
Under $25	York Self Guided App Private Walking Tour Harrisburg's Historic Downtown Smartphone Guided Walking Tour Self-Guided Harrisburg Scavenger Hunt: Capitol Reflections Self-Guided Bar Hunt: Harris-bars & Harris-beers Harrisburg
With kids	Gettysburg: Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour Countryside & Orchards Rise and Dine Food Tour in Vintage Style Trolley Hershey Trolley Food Tour Experience York Self Guided App Private Walking Tour Harrisburg's Historic Downtown Smartphone Guided Walking Tour

What to do in Harrisburg - Hershey

Free Things to Do in Harrisburg - Hershey

Traveling to Harrisburg - Hershey on a budget? The following can be seen for nix.

Dixon University Center - If you're a fan of modern-day architecture and design, add this landmark to your must-see list.

State Library of Pennsylvania - If you'd love to see some of the more important or interesting places in the community, this is a great place to start.

Riverfront Park - Whether you know your geraniums from gerberas, it's not hard to find beauty in this picturesque display.

Things to Do in Harrisburg - Hershey with Kids

There are lots of sensational experiences in Harrisburg - Hershey that the whole gang will get a buzz out of. These are a few of the best family friendly experiences around.

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Hersheypark

Ride roller coasters in this action-packed candy-themed park filled with thrilling water slides, child-friendly rides and opportunities to dine with actors dressed as Hershey products.

Hersheypark Stadium

Enjoy a sports competition or a musical concert under the bright lights with beer and snacks in this historic arena.

Hershey's Chocolate World

Feed your sugary fantasies in attractions dedicated to all things cocoa-related at this chocolate-themed attraction.

Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex

Catch an event at Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex during your trip to Harrisburg. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront and enjoy its local chocolate shops.

Hershey Theater featuring theater scenes, heritage architecture and interior views

Hershey Theatre

Spend a night watching drama, dance and music in one of Pennsylvania’s most opulent venues or tour it during the daytime to glimpse behind the scenes.

Pennsylvania State Capitol

Visit a majestic palace in the heart of Harrisburg and wander Pennsylvania’s halls of power in a building created as a tribute to art, freedom and democracy.

Hershey Gardens

Experience an explosion of color in gardens bursting with banks of stunning flowers and a house filled with hundreds of butterflies.

Amazing food and brews. We met the chef. He was such a great guy who seriously loves his job. Free self guided tour, too!

Troegs Brewing Company

You can take time to visit Troegs Brewing Company during your travels to Hershey. Experience the entertainment choices and great live music in this family-friendly area.

National Civil War Museum

Learn about one of the bloodiest conflicts in America’s history in an elegant and informative museum that documents every aspect of the era.

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Harrisburg - Hershey

Downtown Harrisburg

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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.

Carlisle Historic District

If you're spending some time in Carlisle Historic District, Carlisle Theatre and Cumberland County Historical Society Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Wormleysburg

River views and restaurants are some things travelers note about Wormleysburg. Check out City Island or Broad Street Market while you're familiarizing yourself with the larger area.

Liebys Trailer Park

Liebys Trailer Park might not have many top sights, but Sports Emporium and Army Heritage and Education Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

East Harrisburg

While there might not be top attractions in East Harrisburg, you can explore the larger area and discover places like National Civil War Museum and Riverfront Park.

North Hershey

While visiting North Hershey, you might make a stop by sights like Hersheypark and Hershey Gardens.

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Frequently asked questions

What to do in Harrisburg - Hershey on a sunny day?

You wouldn't want to be sitting in the hotel when you could be outdoors having a blast on a 2 Hour Gettysburg Battlefield Licensed Guided Carriage Tour.

What is Harrisburg - Hershey famous for?

Hershey's Chocolate World is synonymous with Harrisburg - Hershey, so make sure you allow time to visit.

What should I not miss in Harrisburg - Hershey?

Make a beeline for Hersheypark Stadium and Pennsylvania State Capitol, two top sights that lure visitors from all around.

Are there cheap things to do in Harrisburg - Hershey?

There are tons of experiences here that are just the thing if you're traveling on a tight budget:

What can you do in Harrisburg - Hershey for free?

You could put your cash in the hotel safe for the day, because these fantastic attractions won't cost you a cent:

Hollywood Casino
Messiah College
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Troegs Brewing Company

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