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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42.9 Miles
95% 42 votes
History Museums 443 W. Newport Rd., Ronks, PA 17572 MoreLess Info
Built in the 19th century, Mascot Roller Mills is a historic Amish mill powered by the watesr of Mill Creek. Visitors can tour the mill to see it's original equipment, from pulleys to gear wheels.
43.3 Miles
89% 1492 votes
Scenic Railroads 301 Gap Road, Strasburg, PA 17572 MoreLess Info
Take a trip into the past at the Strasburg Rail Road, a museum that includes a charming, restored and working vintage train. Each train trip takes 45 minutes per direction.
43.4 Miles
95% 98 votes
Farms & Ranches 264 Paradise Lane, Ronks, PA 17572 MoreLess Info
Lil' Country Store & Miniature Horse Farm is an Amish craft shop with a barn that features miniature horses who can be petted, fed and ridden by children. There is also a snack bar with pastries and breads.
43.5 Miles
50% 2 votes
Farms & Ranches 96-A Paradise Lane, Ronks, PA MoreLess Info
Fairview Fruit Farm is a small farm that emphasizes healthy, sustainable, and ecologically sensitive practices in producing fruits, vegetables, meats, dairy products, and other items. The farm welcomes visitors, and its wares vary seasonally.
43.6 Miles
88% 159 votes
Specialty Museums 300 Paradise Lane, Strasburg, PA 17579 MoreLess Info
True to its name, the National Toy Train Museum in Strasburg, Pennsylvania is packed with trains, layouts, accessories and ephemera related to toy and model trains. It is a must-see attraction for railfans and is open throughout the year.
44.1 Miles
100% 1 votes
Bowling 2501 W End Avenue, Pottsville, PA 17901 MoreLess Info
The bowling alley, Strike Zone Alleys, hosts a number of special bowling leagues including the youth fun league and the bump-n-bowl league. The alley has special pricing opportunities on the weekends.
44.2 Miles
86% 21 votes
Military Museums 3562 Old Philadelphia Pike, Intercourse, PA MoreLess Info
The American Military Edged Weaponry Museum houses one of the largest comprehensive collection of military knives and artifacts in the nation. The museum features pikes, swords, sabers, machine guns, bowie knives and more.
44.2 Miles
87% 1458 votes
Gift Shops Rt. 340, Intercourse, PA 17534 MoreLess Info
Kitchen Kettle Village is a village of shops, including gifts and souvenirs, baked goods and jams and jellies, with over 90 varieties available to sample at The Canning Kitchen. . Children's activities include pony rides, various food-oriented workshops and demonstrations, and a visit to the barn to see the ani…
44.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
Bowling 2071 Lincoln Way E, Chambersburg, PA 17201 MoreLess Info
Lincoln Lanes Bowling Center is a 20-lane split bowling center that offers glow-in-the-dark bowling and electronic scoring. The alley features 'Lazer Bowling' and open bowling leagues for people of all ages.
44.4 Miles
- 0 votes
Swimming Pool 112 Ragged Edge Road, Chambersburg, PA 17201 MoreLess Info
The Guilford Swimming Pool has received glowing reviews from locals who praise the water for its cleanliness, the staff for its friendliness, lifeguards for their attention to safety, and concessions for its variety of snacks.
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