Things to Do with Kids in Harrisburg, PA

  • TripBuzz found 90 things to do with kids in or near Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, including 71 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like York, Hershey, Mechanicsburg and Carlisle.
  • From State Museum of Pennsylvania to Whitaker Center, the Harrisburg area offers 66 different types of family activities, including: Bowling, Movie Theaters, Parks and Historic Buildings.
  • Situated on the east bank of the Susquehanna River is Pennsylvania's capital city, Harrisburg. The city plays host to the annual Pennsylvania Farm show, the largest indoor agricultural show in the US that is also free to the public. Rated by Forbes in 2010 as the 'Second best city to raise a family', residents enjoy the cities widespread cultural activities.
  • TripBuzz found 90 things to do with kids in or near Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, including 71 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like York, Hershey, Mechanicsburg and Carlisle.
  • From State Museum of Pennsylvania to Whitaker Center, the Harrisburg area offers 66 different types of family activities, including: Bowling, Movie Theaters, Parks and Historic Buildings.
  • Situated on the east bank of the Susquehanna River is Pennsylvania's capital city, Harrisburg. The city plays host to the annual Pennsylvania Farm show, the largest indoor agricultural show in the US that is also free to the public. Rated by Forbes in 2010 as the 'Second best city to raise a family', residents enjoy the cities widespread cultural activities.
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21.3 Miles
33% 3 votes
Bowling 1900 Pennsylvania Avenue, York, PA 17404 MoreLess Info
Suitable for casual and league bowlers along with parties and private events, Colony Park Lanes North features 36 bowling lanes with automatic bumpers. The center also offers glow bowling and a pub with food, drinks and adult beverages.
21.8 Miles
93% 353 votes
Factory Tours 1425 Eden Road, York, PA MoreLess Info
York, Pennsylvania is home to one of the factories owned by the Harley-Davidson Motor Company. This facility produces several Harley models, including the Trike and Softail. Free one-hour tours are available.
21.8 Miles
25% 8 votes
Movie Theaters 1800 Loucks Road, York, PA 17404 MoreLess Info
With digital projectors, Regal West Manchester Stadium 13 shows the latest films in standard and 3-D formats. The auditoriums have stadium seating and there are ticket kiosks to help customers avoid the ticket booth lines.
21.9 Miles
93% 350 votes
Factory Tours Holly Davidson factory, York, PA MoreLess Info
Along with offering tours of the facility, the Harley Davidson Factory is also home to a museum. This museum features an array of both interactive exhibits and displays including a design lab, a classic motorcycle collection and bike photography.
22.0 Miles
94% 47 votes
Parks Rocky Ridge County Park, 400 Deininger R, York, PA 17406 MoreLess Info
The 750-acre Rocky Ridge Park is mostly mature oak forest filled with multi-use trails and several observation decks. Other amenities include a softball field, volleyball court, horseshoe pits, natural playground and pavilions.
22.2 Miles
74% 72 votes
Factory Tours 50 E. Fourth Ave, York, PA MoreLess Info
Founded in 1921, the Wolfgang Candy Company is a beloved institution in York, Pennsylvania. The company produces a panopoly of delectable delights, including gourmet chocolates, gummy candies, sugar confections and massive holiday gift baskets.
22.7 Miles
95% 124 votes
Baseball Fields 5 Brooks Robinson Way, York, PA 17401 MoreLess Info
The home field of the York Revolution baseball team is PeoplesBank Park, formerly called Santander Stadium. This spacious stadium features plentiful concessions (including beer, liquor and low-fat snacks) and a flat, meticulously-manicured field.
23.0 Miles
97% 91 votes
Theaters 50 N. George Street, York, PA MoreLess Info
York's Strand-Capitol Performing Arts Center is the city's premier destination for live dramatic and musical entertainment. It hosts a variety of productions, including orchestral concerts, choral performances, ballets and recitals.
23.0 Miles
100% 10 votes
Theaters 100 Carlisle Avenue, York, PA MoreLess Info
Located in York, Pennsylvania, DreamWrights Youth & Family Theater offers a venue for young children to learn about the theater. Founded in 1997, the theater company features a number of family-friendly plays throughout the year.
23.0 Miles
100% 2 votes
Walking Trails York, PA MoreLess Info
With shaded areas provided by trees, Heritage Rail Trail takes visitors on a paved pathway through the native woodlands. The trail is situated next to a historic railroad that runs a steam locomotive history tour.
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