Area things to do
Things to Do
There are plenty of things to do during your stay at the Bridgeview Bed & Breakfast. You can use the B&B as a launching point to a variety of day trips, or you can stick to a variety of local attractions, or do some of both. The greater Harrisburg area and Central Pennsylvania as a whole include a great many historic and entertaining activities. Choose a category above to view selected attractions for each area.
Local Attractions
Things to do within a 10 mile radius of the Bridgeview B&B. Outdoor activities abound - consult the Local Railroads and Historic Attractions sections for additional local activities.
| Name | Phone |
|---|---|
| Appalachian Trail | |
| Birds & Wildlife | |
| Carlisle Fairgrounds and Farm Show Center | (717) 243-7855 |
| Cupboard Maker Books | (717) 732-7288 |
| Griff's Fishing and River Guide Services | (717) 957-2417 |
| Steve Hancock - Fishing Guide | (717) 576-4217 |
| Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex | |
| Harrisburg, PA State Capital | |
| PA National Fire Museum | |
| Canoeing and Kayaking | (717) 957-2413 |
Local Railroads
Railroad enthusiasts will find plenty to do during their stay at the Bridgeview B&B. Even casual fans of the Iron Horse will enjoy these tourist-friendly attractions.
| Name | Phone |
|---|---|
| Enola Yard | |
| Harris Tower | (717) 232-6221 |
| Harrisburg Yard | |
| Middletown & Hummelstown RR Train Rides | (717) 944-4435 |
| Overview Bridge | |
| Rockville Bridge |
Area Dining
There are a great many dining establishments throughout the region. All are located within a 15-minute drive, and represent just a select few of the variety of restaurants in the area.
| Name | Phone |
|---|---|
| Appalachian Brewing Company | (717) 221-1080 |
| Kristy's Whistle Stop | (717) 909-3881 |
| Stoney Creek Inn | (717) 921-8056 |
| Nathans-Bar-and-Grill | (717) 728-7526 |
| Center Street Grille | (717) 732-6900 |
| Cove Mountain Bar & Grill | (717) 853-4030 |
| Front Street Diner | (717) 525-9318 |
| Dolce Vita | (717) 732-7202 |
Entertainment
The Harrisburg area includes many family-friendly activities, most within a 30 minute drive of the Bridgeview B&B.
| Name | Phone |
|---|---|
| Harrisburg Senators AA Baseball | (717) 231-4444 |
| Hershey Park | |
| Knoebel's Amusement Park | |
| Penn National Race Course | |
| Riverfront Park and City Island | |
| Williams Grove Speedway | |
| Roadside America | (610) 488-6241 |
| Hollywood Casino | |
| Pride of The Susquehanna Riverboat Rides | (717) 234-6500 |
Our Railroad Friends
Already noteworthy within rail enthusiast circles, the Bridgeview B&B makes a great stop on a tour of railroads in Pennsylvania. All of these destinations make practical day trips from the B&B.
| Name | Phone |
|---|---|
| East Broad Top | (814) 447-3011 |
| Horseshoe Curve & Altoona Railroaders Museum | (814) 946-0834 |
| Pennsylvania Railroad Museum | (717) 687-8628 |
| Lewis Bogaty Photography | |
| Rock Hill Trolley Museum | (814) 447-9576 |
| Steamtown | (570) 340-5200 |
| Strasburg Railroad | (717) 687-7522 |
| Reading Railroad Heritage Museum | |
| The PRR Technical & Historical Society Lewistown Station | |
| Sono Towers | |
| Brian's Model Trains | |
| Trackside with Jim | |
| The Station Inn | (814) 886-4757 |
| Train Collectors Association National Museum | (717) 687-8623 |
| Williams Grove |
Antiques
The Old Sled Works is located in nearby Duncannon; Antique Marketplace in Lemoyne. Adamstown, the USA Antiques Capital is just over an hour east.
| Name | Phone |
|---|---|
| Adamstown - USA Antiques Capital | |
| Antique Marketplace | (717) 761-2865 |
| Old Sled Works | (717) 834 9333 |
| The Cove Barn | (717) 215-5831 |
Historic Attractions
Civil War and Industrial Revolution aficionados will find no shortage of historic museums and sites. Don't forget Yuengling, America's Oldest Brewery, in Pottsville, PA.
| Name | Phone |
|---|---|
| Fort Hunter Museum | (717) 599-5751 |
| Harrisburg Civil War Museum | (717) 260-1861 |
| John Harris Mansion | (717) 233-3462 |
| Lackawanna Coal Mine Tour | |
| Yuengling Brewery | (570) 628-4890 |
Day Trips
The following locales are convenient day trips away from the Bridgeview B&B.
| Name | Phone |
|---|---|
| Gettysburg | (717) 334-1124 |
| Hershey | |
| PA Dutch Country | |
| Philadelphia | |
| York |