Welcome to Harrisburg!

Pennsylvania's capital city and its surrounding areas promise a visit that is entertaining, educational, and recreational. Harrisburg sits upon the shores of the Susquehanna River about 90 miles west of Philadelphia. The State Capitol building features an impressive 272-foot dome, patterned after that of St. Peter's Basilica in Rome. The building's elegant interior is a museum in itself with stained glass windows, 43 outstanding murals painted by Philadelphia artist Violet Oakley, and a grand spiral staircase made of marble.

Some of the top choices for visitors around the city include:

The Doll House Museum
2000 State Street, Harrisburg, PA 17103
+1 717-233-3099
As the name suggests, this museum is dedicated to everything related to dolls and their houses. Featuring numerous dollhouses of varying sizes, the museum treats the houses as if each were a work of art. And some of them are!

Fire Museum of Greater Harrisburg
1820 N. Fourth St., Harrisburg, PA 17101
+1 717-232-8915
This museum is dedicated to Harrisburg's fire department, as well as many items related to fighting fires in Pennsylvania over the years.

Fort Hunter Mansion & Park
5300 N. Front Street, Harrisburg, PA 17110
+1 717-599-5751
The Fort Hunter Mansion and Park offer splendid day trip opportunities for kids and adults. The park's trails and picnic facilities are always appreciated by guests at the mansion.