Getting to the Capitol

The main entrance of the Capitol Building is the only entrance on weekends and holidays. It is located on 501 N. 3rd Street, Harrisburg, PA 17120

The East Wing of the Capitol Building, which is the entrance for large groups, is the only handicapped accessible entrance, open Monday - Friday. It is located on 501 Commonwealth Ave., Harrisburg, PA 17120 (Call ahead for weekend handicapped access 717.787.3199)

From Interstate 81

  • Cameron Street Exit
  • Follow Cameron Street
  • Right onto Herr Street
  • Left onto Seventh Street
  • Bear right onto Forster Street to first light
  • Left onto Commonwealth Avenue to fountain on right.

OR

  • Front Street south
  • Left onto Forster Street
  • Right onto Commonwealth Avenue to fountain on right.

From Interstate 83

  • Second Street Exit
  • Follow Second Street
  • Right onto Forster Street
  • Right onto Commonwealth Avenue to fountain on right.

Interstate 76 - The Turnpike

Exit 247. Follow signs for Harrisburg and directions FROM Interstate 83 above.

Exit 226. Follow signs for Harrisburg and Interstate 81 North, then follow directions FROM Interstate 81 on this page.

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Where to Park

Bus parking arrangements can be made by calling the State Bureau of Farm Show, (717) 787-5373; or, Harrisburg Parking Authority for City Island, (717) 255-3099. Automobile parking opportunities are conveniently located within a two block radius of the State Capitol.

For up-to-date opportunities on where to park in downtown Harrisburg, visit the following website for the Harrisburg Parking Authority: parkharrisburg.com.

By downloading the Pango APP you could receive a few free hours of parking on Saturdays with the code LUVHBG.

This information courtesy of Capitol Visitor Services. For information on tours of Pennsylvania's State Capitol, call 1-800-TOUR N PA.