Harrisburg to Lewisburg train

As the capital city of Pennsylvania, Harrisburg offers numerous historic buildings with impressive architecture that will leave you in awe. Among the most impressive ones is the state’s Capitol Complex itself. With a dome that reminisces St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome, the building features as many as 475 rooms filled with exquisite artworks and statues. History fans should also consider visiting the State Museum of Pennsylvania, which follows the history of the state from the beginning of time to this day. Another must-see destination is the National Civil War Museum, which is one of the largest museums dedicated to the Civil War. If too many history lessons stress you out, a cruise along the Susquehanna River on the Pride of the Susquehanna Riverboat will definitely help you unwind.

Harrisburg’s grilled dishes are some of the most famous staples in the city, and among the best establishments is Progress Grill, which has been serving customers since the late 1940s. For some really creative pizzas, The Pizza Grille will be a good choice.

The Harrisburg Transportation Center is the central hub for intercity travel. At the lower level, you can catch a bus by Greyhound, Jefferson Lines or Fullington Trailways to other Pennsylvanian cities such as Allentown and Philadelphia. Travelers can also take Amtrak trains to popular destinations like New York and Philadelphia on a daily basis. The city’s principal airport is Harrisburg International Airport, which is located in Middletown, southeast of the city.

Home to Bucknell University, Lewisburg is a borough in Pennsylvania. It was initially a farming town home to many historic structures and sites. Lewisburg is on the National Register of Historic Places, with some fun places to visit, including Samek Art Museum and Lewisburg Children's Museum. Outdoorsy persons can visit the Susquehanna Greenway Partnership with rivers and nature and the Chillisquaque Creek for fishing.

To explore the history, you can visit Bucknell University to see the Georgian buildings, landscaped grounds, and old architecture. There are so many fun things to do while in Lewisburg, like the Campus Theatre, a historic movie theatre, and the Lewisburg Farmers Market (with plenty of delicious fresh produce). Wine lovers in Lewisburg will be pleased with locations like Fero Vineyards and Winery and Smiling Chameleon Draft House. The Rollermills Antique Center is the best place to visit for collectibles, while the Fantasy Escape Room is fun to check out during the weekend.

Transportation to Lewisburg is easy by train and bus, with Amtrak offering train service and Fullington Trailways providing bus service.