One Day Tour: Exploring City Island Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

1. 9:00AM: City Island Railroad
   Located in City Island, it's a miniature train that runs through the entire island providing a tour of the park.

   The train operates daily from 11am to 7pm and the ride takes approximately 30 minutes. Kids will love this attraction which costs $5 per person for a single ride and $25 for five rides.

2. 11:00AM: State Museum of Pennsylvania
   Located in the state capital building, it's a museum depicting the history of Pennsylvania and diverse cultures of its inhabitants.

   The museum opens at 10am and closes at 5pm. A great place for history buffs, exhibits including Native American artifacts, Pennsylvania wildlife displays, and fossils of dinosaurs for an entry fee of $7. General admission is free for children under 3.

3. 12:30PM: Cafe 1500
   Located at Front Street, serves locally sourced ingredients and modern Californian cuisine in a casual atmosphere.

   A tasty lunch in this restaurant will cost around $15 to $20. Cafes open at 7 am and close at 10 pm.

4. 2:00PM: Nostalgia Tavern
   Located opposite the island, it is a rustic tavern for customers seeking a calm and relaxing ambiance with a fine selection of wines and craft beers.

   Nostalgia Tavern opens at 3pm and closes at 10 pm. Cost for a drink varies between $5 and $12, with food plates ranging between $8 and $15.

5. 4:00PM: The Pride of the Susquehanna
   Located at the foot of City Island, it is a replica of a Victorian paddle-wheel riverboat and offers a scenic cruise ride along the Susquehanna River.

   Admission fee ranges between $25 to $50 depending on the season, time, and the package selected. The ride lasts for 45 minutes and operates only from 12 pm to 5 pm.

Time and Cost Estimates:

• City Island Railroad (30 min, $5)
• State Museum of Pennsylvania (1.5 hrs, $7)
• Cafe 1500 (1.5 hrs, $15-$20)
• Nostalgia Tavern (2 hrs, $13-$20)
• The Pride of the Susquehanna (45 min, $25-$50)
Total Estimated Costs: $65-$102

Useful Tips:

If you have extra time, consider these attractions:

• The National Civil War Museum
• The Harrisburg Appalachian Trail Conservancy