Teddy Roosevelt declared that this Italian Renaissance-style building was the handsomest building I ever saw. Indeed, the State Capitol, with its vaulted dome and grand staircase and the murals and painted floors inside, is thing to behold.
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Comfort Inn
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#1 of 14 attractions in Harrisburg
Attraction type: Government building
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- May 5, 2008 "nice capitol"
- Aug 28, 2007 "Do not miss this beautiful State Capitol"
- Aug 18, 2004 "Architectural grandeur -- well worth a visit!"
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#2 of 14 attractions in Harrisburg
The only museum in the United States to present a balanced, unbiased look at the Civil War.
Attraction type: History museum
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- Apr 1, 2008 "Check their hours of operation"
- Jun 13, 2007 "Unbiased view of the War between the States"
- Jun 4, 2007 "Go to this museum even if it's the only thing you do in Harrisburg!"
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#3 of 14 attractions in Harrisburg
Attraction type: Brewery
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- Mar 26, 2008 "Had a great time"
- Dec 4, 2005 "More of a restaurant than an attraction"
- Mar 5, 2004 "cute local brewery"
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#4 of 14 attractions in Harrisburg
Museum housing more than two million objects associated with or significant to the history and heritage of Pennsylvania.
Attraction type: History museum
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#5 of 14 attractions in Harrisburg
Attraction type: Nature center; Nature reserve; Wildlife park
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#6 of 14 attractions in Harrisburg
Recreational island with trails for biking and jogging as well as boat rentals, a steam train and miniature golf.
Attraction type: Island
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- Oct 19, 2007 "Fun for everyone"
- Aug 28, 2007 "A river oasis"
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#7 of 14 attractions in Harrisburg
Attraction type: Cemetery
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- May 27, 2008 "Peaceful retreat"
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#8 of 14 attractions in Harrisburg
Attraction type: Brewery
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- Dec 4, 2005 "Very knowledgable tour guide!"
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#9 of 14 attractions in Harrisburg
Attraction type: Flea/street market
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