South Central Pennsylania

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Canoes ready to be retired for the winter
Canoes ready to be retired for the winter
The Gettysburg Battlefield is the area of the July 1–3, 1863, military engagements of the Battle of Gettysburg within and around the borough of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Locations of military engagements extend from the 4-acre  site at Knoxlyn Ridge on the west of the borough, to East Cavalry Field on the east. A military engagement prior to the battle was conducted at the Gettysburg Railroad trestle over Rock Creek, which was burned on June 27
My first Milky Way photo. I captured this last night at the lake. It’s incredible how clear and beautiful out it was. Pennsylvania has some awesome landscapes to offer. 

#bvsblue
The amazing view at the top of Hawk Rock near Duncannon, PA.  Unfortunately I went on a day when the mosquitoes were a bit aggressive and ended up with a few lovely bites.

#hiking

Where to stay in South Central Pennsylania

Historic Downtown Lancaster

Historic Downtown Lancaster

Historic Downtown Lancaster is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Central Market and Fulton Theatre while you're in town.

Historic Downtown Lancaster
Cannons and a monument on the battlefield at Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.

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
The state capital of Pennsylvania, Harrisburg.

Downtown Harrisburg

Downtown Harrisburg is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts and Pennsylvania State Capitol while in the area.

Downtown Harrisburg
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Downtown Hershey

If you're spending some time in Downtown Hershey, Hersheypark and The Hershey Story Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Hershey
Hershey Gardens opened in 1937 with Milton Hershey’s request to “create a nice garden of roses.” More than 75 years later, the small rose garden has blossomed into 23 acres of botanical beauty providing visitors with unique experiences and enriching opportunities.

North Hershey

While visiting North Hershey, you might make a stop by sights like Hersheypark and Hershey Gardens.

North Hershey
Square One Coffee could easily become one if my favorite coffee houses. Great latte

Musser Park

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Musser Park and surrounding area, you can visit Central Market and Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square.

Musser Park
Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area

Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area

2.5 out of 5
300 N Mountain Rd Harrisburg PA
The price is RM196 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
RM196
RM218 total
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Harrisburg. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.2/10 Good! (2,049 reviews)
Room was beautiful. Easily able to extend our stay due to the blizzard. And always saw housekeeping and staff cleaning and sanitizing everything.

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Harrisburg/Hershey Area
Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey

Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey

2.5 out of 5
350 W Chocolate Ave Hershey PA
The price is RM377 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
RM377
RM424 total
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Hershey. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,897 reviews)
Our 2 rooms were very clean. The beds were comfortable. The breakfast buffet was great, no hot eggs, but everything else. Coffee, tea, and hot water available into the late night. Pool and hot tub were clean and well kept. The best was the staff, they couldn't have been more helpful, professional ...

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Days Inn by Wyndham Hershey
Hilton Harrisburg

Hilton Harrisburg

4 out of 5
One North Second Street Harrisburg PA
The price is RM539 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
RM539
RM598 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Harrisburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Staff was ok. The hotel surroundings and access was dirty. I wouldn't recommend this hotel for families. There are a lot of homeless folks in the area and the parking garage is sketchy.

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Hilton Harrisburg
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Suites at Hershey

The Suites at Hershey

3 out of 5
176 E Hershey Park Dr Hershey PA
Stay at this family-friendly apartment in Hershey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Hersheypark and Hersheypark Stadium ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (278 reviews)
The staff was friendly and welcoming, ready to assist if and when needed to or asked. The room was clean and comfortable. Also, the location is perfect to get around to attractions in the surrounding towns, not just Hershey. Thank you to all at The Suites at Hershey for a great stay!

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

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 business-friendly aparthotel in Harrisburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (170 reviews)
Great room and staff, barking dogs was the down side.

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

stayAPT Suites Harrisburg-Hershey
Mirror Villas - Modern Retreat with private hot tubs and mountain view

Mirror Villas - Modern Retreat with private hot tubs and mountain view

3.5 out of 5
13571 Blairs Valley Rd Mercersburg PA
Stay at this guesthouse in Mercersburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Whitetail Ski Resort and Lift Off Quad Ski Lift ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Love it .!

Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

Mirror Villas - Modern Retreat with private hot tubs and mountain view
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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