HARRISBURG CITY ISLAND
THE MID-RIVER HEART OF THE CITY'S WATERFRONT

CITY ISLAND ARCADE & BATTING CAGES
Located just off the Walnut St. Bridge, the arcade and batting cages are open April 1 thru May 15, weekdays 5 pm to 8:30 pm. Weekends 11 am to 9 pm. May 15 thru Labor Day everyday 11 am to 10 pm. September thru October weekends only 11 am to 8 pm.
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CITY ISLAND BEACH & BEACH HOUSE
Visitors can swim in a beautiful setting at City Island Beach, FREE. Signs are posted for lifeguard hours. Beach House is open weekends only Late May through early June from 12 pm-7:30 pm. The beach opens daily starting Mid-June through Labor Day, from 12 pm-7:30 pm.

CITY ISLAND MARINAS
Serious boaters can find summer-long docking space May through mid-October at any of City Island’s three marinas, located north of the Walnut St. Bridge and south of the Market St. Bridge. Watercraft rentals are also available at select marinas.

CITY ISLAND CAROUSEL
Adjacent to the Train depot is the antique, 24-horse, “Mengels” Carousel. Hours coincide with Railroad.
717-232-2332

CITY ISLAND RAILROAD
View all of City Island’s sites by catching a ride on our scaled-version of the Civil War-era steam train, “The General” or the San Francisco-style trolley. Train departs every half hour. Light snacks are available at the depot. Hours: April, May, September & October, weekends, 11:30 am to 7 pm; Memorial Day thru Labor Day, daily, 11:30 am to 8 pm. Group rates available.
717-232-2332

HARRISBURG CARRIAGE CO.
Step into style with a horse-drawn carriage ride tour of City Island and downtown Harrisburg. Horses, carriages and drivers are available for weddings, parties, parades, and other special occasions. Open 6-10 pm weekdays and 1-10 pm weekends year-round. When weather permits, horse-drawn sleigh rides are also available. Reservations suggested.
717-234-1686

HARRISBURG SENATORS BASEBALL
The Harrisburg Senators AA affiliate of the Washington Nationals carries on a sports tradition begun in 1901. This pro baseball team entertains hundred’s of thousands of eager fans on warm summer evenings at the Commerce Bank Park each season. Since their formation in 1987, they have sent up more than 200 players to the Major Leagues and are the first team in league history to win four Eastern League titles. The Senators’ season begins April and runs thru September.
717-231-4444 • www.senatorsbaseball.com

ISLAND BREEZES KITE SHOP
You and your family can “Go Fly A Kite” when you visit the “Island Breezes Kite Shop.” Many varieties of kites, windsocks, air toys, gliders, boomerangs, yoyos, tops and other unique toys are available from the shop located at the north end of RiverSide Village Park. Weekends in May; 10 AM to 9 PM every day, Memorial day thru Labor Day.
717-233-3032

PRIDE OF THE SUSQUEHANNA RIVERBOAT
Catch a ride back in time on the Pride of the Susquehanna Riverboat. The stern paddlewheel riverboat offers daily public cruises, dinner cruises, murder mystery cruises, and private charters. Visit the web site for cruise times, charter information, and reservations. Join “Friends of the Pride” for season passes and other membership benefits. Season: May thru October.
717-234-6500 • www.harrisburgriverboat.com

RIVERSIDE VILLAGE PARK
Great food and a great view await you at City Island’s RiverSide Village Park. Overlooking the Susquehanna River and the Harrisburg skyline, RiverSide Village Park features seven rustic concession stands offering anything from roast beef, fish sandwiches, crab cakes to sausages, hamburgers, hotdogs and french fries. Lemonade and ice cream are also available. Weekends only from April thru Mid-May; Everyday from Memorial Day thru Labor Day, weather permitting.
717-231-4449

SKYLINE SPORTS COMPLEX
Features sand volleyball courts and a multi-purpose field for softball, semi-pro football and soccer. Complex also includes an outdoor fitness area and Skyline Pavilion.
717-255-3020 or 717-233-7211

SUSQUEHANNA OUTFITTERS
Offering kayak, canoe and bicycle rentals, guided eco and heritage bike or boat tours, adventure camps, paddlers’ access ramp, a natural beach, nature trail, pontoon picnic and party rentals. Open weekends in April, May, September and October and daily from Memorial Day thru Labor Day. Group rates available. Located on the west side of City Island’s North Parking Lot.
717-503-0066 • www.susquehannaoutfitters.com

WATER GOLF
One of the islands most unique attractions. This elaborate 18-hole course welcomes individuals, families and private parties. Top off the game with a pizza and a soda. Open for play 10 am-10 pm daily, May thru Labor Day; 12 am-8 pm daily in April, September, and October; and 12 pm-6 pm weekends in March and November, weather permitting. Group rates available.
717-232-8533

ADDITIONAL ATTRACTIONS
City Island visitors can check out the historic replica of the John Harris Trading Post near the marina and take their children to Harbortown Playground. Also featured are Sand Volleyball Courts, an Outdoor Fitness Area and Skyline Picnic Pavilion. Observation areas and pavilions north of RiverSide Village Park offer a panoramic view of the River and Harrisburg’s skyline.