Hersheypark Happy is the best feeling around. Visit Central Pennsylvania to experience thrilling roller coasters, family attractions, and 11-acre water park!
Things to do
HersheyPark
100 West HersheyPark Drive, Hershey, PA 17033
HersheyPark amusement park and The Boardwalk water attractions open seasonally. Explore Chocolate World, Hershey Museum, ZooAmerica, Hershey Gardens, shopping at Tanger Outlets of Hershey and so much more! Call ahead for seasonal hours of operation.
The Giant Center - Concert Venue- Hershey Stadium
550 Old Hershey Road, Hershey, PA 17033
Home of the Calder Cup winning Hershey Bears AHL team, The Giant Center also hosts a wide array of shows and performances. Catch professional ice shows, family events, national concerts and special attractions. New shows are announced every week so be sure to check www.GiantCenter.com for the latest events!
Restaurant Row - rest., pubs, clubs, nightlife
Second Street, Harrisburg, PA 17101
Walk to more than 30 restaurants and clubs all within 5 blocks of the hotel. Casual Irish Pubs, lively Sports Bars, Upscale Cuisine including Mexican, Italian and Contemporary are all featured. Relax at a wine bar or meet friends and go dancing.
Carlisle Fairgrounds - Home to Regional Car shows
1000 Bryn Mawr Road, Carlisle Fairgrounds, Carlisle, PA 17013
One of the world's largest venues for car, truck and motorcycle shows for more than 36 years. Home of 10 seasonal events including Spring Carlisle, Carlisle Bike Fest, Corvettes at Carlisle and Fall Carlisle.
State Government Complex
North Third and State Streets, Harrisburg, PA 17120
Featuring Government Offices and attractions including the State Capitol Building and State Museum. Offices include Health & Welfare, Labor & Industry, Finance, Legislative, Commonwealth and Judicial Buildings.
The National Civil War Museum
1 Lincoln Circle at Resevoir Park, Harrisburg, PA 17103
The only museum in the United States that portrays the entire story of the American Civil War. Over 24,000 items including artifacts, manuscripts, documents and photographs come together to tell the human side of the conflict, without bias to Union or Confederate causes.
Lancaster and Amish Country (30 mi South)
501 Greenfield Road, Lancaster County Visitors Center, Lancaster, PA 17601
Explore Historic Lancaster, amusement parks, buggy rides, working farms, train attractions, factories, local sports and outlet shopping.
Susquehanna Riverfront
Walk, jog, bike or skate along the beautiful Susquehanna River. Take a ride on the Pride of the Susquehanna riverboat. City Island features mini golf, arcade, batting cages, shopping and the Harrisburg Senators minor league baseball team.
Strawberry Square - shopping, food court
11 North 3rd Street, Harrisburg, PA 17101
Retail complex featuring shops, food court and offices. Houses Temple University and Fitness U gym.
State Farm Show Complex
North Cameron & Maclay Streets, Harrisburg, PA 17101
One million square feet of indoor space hosts more than 200 events each year including the PA Farm Show, Auto Show, Eastern Sports & Outdoor Show, Garden Expo, Home Builder's Expo, MAPACA Jubilee, Fire Expo and PA National Horse Show
Whitaker Center for Science & The Arts/Venue
222 Market Street, Harrisburg, PA 17101
Three floors of interactive, fun & educational exhibits in the Harsco Science Center provide hours of fun for kids of all ages. Sunoco Performance Theater hosts a variety of national musicians and performers. Central PA's only IMAX theater.
Fort Indiantown Gap (23 mi E)
Exit 29 of I-81, Annville, PA 17003
A 17,000-acre National Guard training site.
Penn State University
201 Old Main, University Park, PA 16802
Home of the Nittany Lions and Bryce Jordan Center
Hollywood Casino at Penn National Racetrack
777 Hollywood Blvd, Grantville, PA 17028
Try your luck at 2,300 hot slot machines on the gaming floor. DJ's and live acts at Hollywood on the Roof. Dine at Final Cut Steakhouse, Epic Buffet or the Skybox Sports Bar. Catch turf racing on a nationally-acclaimed seven-furlong course. Table Games are here! Including blackjack, craps, roulette and poker!