HARRISBURG, PA ATTRACTIONS

Susquehanna Riverboat
The Pride of the Susquehanna Riverboat is the authentic paddlewheel riverboat that sails the Susquehanna River in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, May through October.

The State Museum of Pennsylvania
Since 1907 The State Museum has expanded greatly its collections of artifacts and specimens, and its interpretation of Pennsylvania's history and heritage.

The National Civil War Museum
As President Lincoln's Gettysburg Address encompassed the emotions of the American struggle, The National Civil War Museum portrays this struggle as a time line, from the issues straining the nation through the war's conclusion at Appomattox Court House.

Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts
Mayor Stephen R. Reed, an integral part of this project from day one, has proudly referred to Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts as "Harrisburg's Crown Jewel".

Hershey's Chocolate World
Featuring a unique combination of entertainment and one-of-a-kind chocolate experiences, HERSHEY'S FACTORY WORKS allows visitors to be part of an interactive chocolate factory.

The Susquehanna Art Museum
From 1993 until March, 2000, SAM maintained a facility within Strawberry Square, a community center in downtown Harrisburg. In April, the Museum moved to its space in the Kunkel Building, on the corner of 3rd and Market Streets, caddycorner from the Whitaker Center.

Fort Hunter Mansion and Park
A historic and recreational park featuring museum exhibits, nature areas, picnic facilities and more - just minutes from Downtown Harrisburg.

The Historical Society of Dauphin County
The Photograph Archives collection has over one million images ranging from the 1850's to the present. There are many private collections in the archives including the J. Horace McFarland and Kelker Family photograph collections.

Harrisburg Symphony Orchestra
Can be traced back to the early 1930s when a group of dedicated and resourceful music lovers decided, against all odds, to form a symphony in the city of Harrisburg.