The Riverfront Park is one of the best parks in the entire Harrisburg area, providing visitors with great views with a parallel location near the Susquehanna River. Passenger boats and cargo boats run through the river many times each day, so visitors can watch them as they come by. There are many views of the river, from Wormleysburg to Blue Mountain to City Island. The Riverfront Park also brings in several festivals and events each years, including the Woofstock Dog Festival, Kipona and the amazing American MusicFest. The extraordinary American MusicFest is essentially Harrisburg's version of Independence Day. There is live music played by talented artists, vendors selling cuisine and beverages, amusement rides and an enormous fireworks day as the finale.
Several hotels and great lodging are near the Riverfront Park in Harrisburg, including the Stabridge Suites, HIlton Harrisburg, Hersha Hospitality Management, Crowne Plaza Hotel Harrisburg - Hershey, Econo Lodge, Days In Harrisburg - North / North Front Steet Pennsylvania, Comfort Inn Riverfront, and the Quality Inn Riverview. These are great options for those that are needing a hotel relatively close to the park during their stay. There are many attractions close to the park for visitors to check out as well, including both entertainment options and historical options. Some of these include the Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts, Pa National Fire Museum, The National Civil War Museum, River Plaza, Susquehanna Art Museum, Harrisburg Theatre, Midtown Cinema and the Pride of Susquehanna. These are all great options for visitors to look into and enjoy while they're here.
