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
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 Penn Medicine Park.

Chestnut Hill
Cartoon Network Hotel
Cartoon Network Hotel
3.5 out of 5
2285 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, PA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AED 472 per night from Apr 14 to Apr 15
AED 472
AED 523 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 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! (1,695 reviews)
"This property was a great stay, some noticeable things that could have been improved but overall a great stay."

Reviewed on 10 March 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 AED 547 per night from Mar 18 to Mar 19
AED 547
AED 607 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
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! (998 reviews)
I felt spoiled going here!
"This place was very nice. I enjoyed the atmosphere, confort and cleanliness of the place. I did not see much for a complimentary breakfast. Not saying there wasnt one, I just saw apples and water. Overall it is a place i would definitely recommend tgis place to visit or stay at."

Reviewed on 9 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 400 per night from Mar 18 to Mar 19
AED 400
AED 444 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent location. Walking distance to everything we needed."

Reviewed on 8 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! (261 reviews)
"I will definitely be back!!"

Reviewed on 10 March 2025

Slopeside Hotel by Seven Springs Resort
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (231 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
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (31 reviews)
"The property is new and the rooms still have that new room smell - lovely! The area around the hotel is being developed. This hotel has limited office hours and appears to have mostly long-term guests. The family that runs the hotel are very kind. Some suggestions: add some kind of towel bar and ..."

Reviewed on 9 February 2025

stayAPT Suites Harrisburg-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)

You can enjoy a show at Sight and Sound Theatre during your stay 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 at Seven Springs Mountain Resort, a top ski area in Champion. 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