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Harrisburg's Historic Downtown Smartphone Guided Walking Tour

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70 to 90 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Harrisburg is nestled along the scenic Susquehanna River and is renowned for its rich history, from its role in early American trade to its significance during the Civil War and the Industrial Revolution. This tour explores Harrisburg's history, it's sites and it's stories. You'll get a good layout of the city and you'll discover it's founding. Go at your own pace, anytime. The tour is guided by our walking tour app and you can go anytime, 24/7/365, at your own pace.

What's Included

  • Go at your own pace, anytime, 24/7/365. The tour never expires
  • Walking tour on our walking tour app in Harrisburg
  • Audio Guide
  • No food, drink, admission or human guide, this is all outside and on our walking tour app
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

North Street
Harrisburg, PA 17120, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

South Front Street
Harrisburg, PA 17104, USA

The tour ends at the historic John Harris-Simon Cameron where you'll hear the story of John, and his historic role in this city.

What To Expect

Downtown Harrisburg

The tour winds through the streets of Harrisburg stopping at historic stops and sharing the cities stories and secrets.
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25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The State Museum of Pennsylvania (Pass By)

The tour starts outside the state museum where you'll hear it's story and be right next to the state house.
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Pennsylvania State Capitol

You'll walk up the Pennsylvania State Capitol steps, here it's historic and also scandoulous history, and then be guided through the city.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Pennsylvania Medal of Honor Recipients Memorial

Learn about the Pennsylvania Medal of Honor Recipients Memorial and the park.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Bridge

The tour goes by the Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Bridge and you'll learn it's history and secret door.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

A Gathering At The Crossroads Monument (Commonwealth Monument)

Learn the history of the people of Harrisburg, and why the statues are here.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Zion Lutheran Church

You'll see the historic church and learn it's role in history.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Market Square Presbyterian Church

Discover the Market Square Presbyterian Church, the clock nearby and it's story.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Harrisburg Cemetery Association

The grave is in the open, along the river, discover his story and history.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

John Harris-Simon Cameron (Pass By)

The tour ends outside the John Harris-Simon Cameron, the historic house, and you'll learn it's story.
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John Harris-Simon Cameron Mansion (Pass By)

The tour ends at the John Harris-Simon Cameron where you'll hear his story and role in Harrisburg.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Harrisburg’s Historic Downtown Smartphone Guided Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Go at your own pace, anytime, 24/7/365. The tour never expires
  • Walking tour on our walking tour app in Harrisburg
  • Audio Guide
  • No food, drink, admission or human guide, this is all outside and on our walking tour app

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Free Cancellation

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).

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