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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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.

Prospect Heights
Square One Coffee could easily become one if my favorite coffee houses. Great latte

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.

Musser Park
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Ross

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

Ross
Cartoon Network Hotel
Cartoon Network Hotel
3.5 out of 5
2285 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, PA
The price is AED 347 per night from Apr 24 to Apr 25
AED 347
AED 385 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Apr - 25 Apr
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! (1,706 reviews)
Pretty cool stay
"Just slept but seemed nice for activities"

Reviewed on 24 March 2025

Cartoon Network Hotel
The Nittany Lion Inn
The Nittany Lion Inn
3 out of 5
200 West Park Avenue, State College, PA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 556 per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
AED 556
AED 617 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,009 reviews)
"Beautiful property!! Already want to go back!"

Reviewed on 21 March 2025

The Nittany Lion Inn
Hyatt Place State College
Hyatt Place State College
3 out of 5
219 W Beaver Ave, State College, PA
The price is AED 349 per night from Apr 22 to Apr 23
AED 349
AED 387 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in State College. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,013 reviews)
"So far so good!"

Reviewed on 23 March 2025

Hyatt Place State College
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Slopeside Hotel by Seven Springs Resort
Slopeside Hotel by Seven Springs Resort
4.5 out of 5
777 Water Wheel Dr, Champion, PA
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Champion. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (263 reviews)
"Very nice visually food was excellent"

Reviewed on 21 March 2025

Slopeside Hotel by Seven Springs Resort
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (35 reviews)
"The rooms are clean , furnitures are new. Room is spacious. Kitchen is complete with utensils, pots and fans."

Reviewed on 22 March 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
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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
Pennsylvania State University

Pennsylvania State University

4.5/5(767 reviews)

Walk around the campus of Pennsylvania State University, a top college in State College. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

Pennsylvania State University
Sight and Sound Theatre

Sight and Sound Theatre

5/5(686 reviews)

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.

Sight and Sound Theatre
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
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
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