South Central Pennsylania, PA
Travel Guide
Visit South Central Pennsylania
Where to stay in South Central Pennsylania
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.
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.
Gettysburg Historic District
If you're spending some time in Gettysburg Historic District, Gettysburg Museum of History and Jennie Wade House 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.
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.
Ross
Ross might not have many top sights, but Penn Medicine Park and Central Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
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Cartoon Network Hotel
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Harrisburg-Hershey
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stayAPT Suites Harrisburg-Hershey
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The Cabins at Beaver Creek
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The Suites at Hershey
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Popular places to visit
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.
Dutch Wonderland
With plenty of thrill rides, attractions, shows and water activities, this award-winning amusement park is one of the best in the state.
Sight and Sound Theatre
Bible stories come to life on stage in spectacular fashion at this renowned theater and entertainment company in Lancaster County.
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.
Gettysburg National Military Park
Take a tour with a licensed guide in your own car and visit two museums providing information on the Battle of Gettysburg.
- Hersheypark
- Sight and Sound Theatre
- Hershey's Chocolate World
- Gettysburg National Military Park
- Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex
- Giant Center
- Tanger Outlets Lancaster
- Vraj Temple
- Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square
- Hershey Theatre
- Raystown Lake
- Amish Farm and House
- Kitchen Kettle Village
- Lancaster County Convention Center
- Hollywood Casino
- Carlisle Fairgrounds
- Koziar's Christmas Village
- Santander Arena
- Millersville University
- Gettysburg College
- Mount Hope Estate & Winery