The list of things to do in South Central Pennsylvania is endless. Attractions in South Central PA can range from a family trip to an amusement park to a fall-foliage tour along a Pennsylvania railroad. Seasonal beers can be sampled at Pennsylvania breweries or you can sip Pennsylvania wines overlooking the vineyards where the grapes are grown, and even tour the factories that manufacture your favorite potato chips, pretzels and chocolate.
Hershey
The Sweetest Place on Earth
Hershey, PA, home of Milton Hershey’s first chocolate factory. The most popular attraction is Hershey Park with over 65 rides, live entertainment and a water park. Adjacent to the park is 
Hershey’s Chocolate World where visitors can learn how Hershey’s chocolate is created. At the end of the ride each guest receives a free complimentary candy bar. Lastly, ZooAmerica, which is free when entering from Hershey Park, is a North American animal Wildlife Park that includes fun and educational activities daily.
Gettysburg
Largest battle of the Civil War
Visit the Gettysburg museum and visitors center to learn about the battle via battlefield tours available to view close to 1400 monuments that expand across the 6000 acre battlefield.
Harrisburg, PA
City Island is a place for family and friends! Whether you are spending it at the batting cages, playing mini golf, or staying in the beach house, there is plenty to do on the island. The Skyline Sports Complex is a multi-purpose field for semi-pro soccer and football. Also, you can catch a baseball game at City Island, home to the Commerce Bank Park where the Harrisburg Senators play. You can tour the island by carriage or their scaled-version of the Civil War-era steam train.
Capitol Building Tour
Harrisburg, PA
The five-story Capitol Building in Harrisburg incorporates various Renaissance designs in some of its largest rooms, and with Greek, Roman, and Victorian influences. In addition to visiting the welcome center, you can take a 30 minute guided tour of “the handsomest building” that President Theodore Roosevelt ever saw.
Amish Country
Lancaster, PA
Visit America’s oldest Amish settlement in Lancaster, PA where you can take a step into and enjoy the peaceful way of life. Shop for hand-made Amish arts and crafts, and enjoy the authentic Dutch cooking, or take a horse and buggy tour of the Pennsylvania countryside.
No matter what your sightseeing interests are, South Central PA has the place for you. Whether you want the joys of an amusement park, the relaxation that comes with visiting Dutch Country or the knowledge of historic battlefields of the Civil War you will find it here! If you are planning on making Pennsylvania your home, or have friends visiting, South Central PA has something for you. These attractions and sites are affordable and fun for all. This list is only a sample of some of the exciting places to visit!
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