Broad Street Market sits at 1233 N 3rd Street in downtown Harrisburg, about 5 miles from Inn of the Dove — roughly a 12 minute drive. It’s one of the oldest continuously operating public markets in the country, and a relaxed, unhurried way to spend a weekend morning together before checking into the hotel for the rest of the day.

This guide covers what’s actually inside the market, how to plan a morning around it, and why couples visiting downtown Harrisburg pair a market trip with a private overnight stay at Inn of the Dove instead of a standard hotel closer to the highway.

What Broad Street Market Is — And Why It’s a Nice Way to Start the Day

Broad Street Market has operated in downtown Harrisburg for well over a century, making it one of the longest-running public markets still open in the United States. Local vendors sell fresh produce, baked goods, prepared food, meats, and specialty items inside the market’s historic Stone Building and an adjoining tent space. It’s a casual, low-key outing — the kind of morning where you wander from stall to stall, grab coffee, and pick up something for later without any real agenda.

The Stone Building & The Tent

The market is split between the historic Stone Building, home to a mix of long-standing vendors, and a tent section with additional stalls. The market is still in the process of rebuilding some of its space after a 2023 fire, so a handful of vendors and hours have shifted in the years since — most of the market is back up and running, but it’s worth checking current vendor availability before you go.

What to Expect

Expect fresh produce, baked goods, coffee, prepared breakfast and lunch options, and specialty grocery items from local vendors. It’s a walkable, unhurried stop — most couples spend 45 minutes to an hour and a half browsing, grabbing something to eat, and picking up a few things to bring back to the suite.

What Makes the Difference After a Morning Downtown

There’s a real difference between checking into a standard highway hotel and returning to a private suite where a hot tub and fireplace are already waiting. Inn of the Dove is a small, adults-only property built specifically for couples — no families in the hallway, no lobby crowds, no early wakeup calls from the room next door.

No children are permitted on the grounds at any time, and no pets either. After a relaxed morning downtown, the hotel is quiet, your suite is private, and the rest of the day is entirely yours.

The Suite You Come Back To

Every suite at Inn of the Dove includes a private jetted hot tub, and most include a wood-burning or gas fireplace — a relaxing way to unwind after a morning spent walking the market. Two suites feature private heated indoor pools if you want to turn the day into more of a full retreat. Each suite is individually themed, but all of them share the same core: complete privacy and genuinely quiet hallways. It’s a fitting, romantic close to a simple, love-filled weekend morning together.

For a Broad Street Market morning, these suites are a strong starting point:

All suites can be viewed on the Rooms & Suites page. If the pool suites are unavailable for your dates, the Honeymoon Suite, Rose Suite, and Hawaiian Paradise Suite are all strong alternatives — each with a fireplace and private hot tub of its own.

How a Broad Street Market Morning Actually Works

Here’s the practical version — how most couples plan a market morning around a stay at Inn of the Dove:

Add Something Special — Romance Packages

If you’re pairing your market morning with an anniversary, birthday, or any other occasion, Inn of the Dove offers in-suite romance packages, typically arranged before arrival. If you’re already checked in and want to add something extra — chocolates, champagne, flowers — call the front desk at 717-540-5540 and we’ll do our best to put it together for you.

All packages are added to your reservation by calling the hotel directly at 717-540-5540 or noting your preference when booking online. Bathrobes are also available as an add-on at $19.99 per pair. Browse all options on the Packages page.

Practical Notes Before You Book

• Check-in: 3:00 p.m. / Check-out: 11:00 a.m.
• Cancellation policy: 48 hours for standard suites; 7 days for pool and theme suites.
• Parking: Free private parking for all guests throughout their stay.
• Front desk hours: Sunday–Thursday 9 a.m.–10 p.m. · Friday–Saturday 9 a.m.–midnight.
• Market hours: Stone Building generally Thursday–Saturday, 7 a.m.–6 p.m. (some Wednesday vendor hours); Tent Thursday–Saturday, 7 a.m.–4 p.m. — confirm current hours and vendor availability at broadstreetmarket.org before you go.
• Best rate guarantee: Booking directly through the hotel or via the hotel’s booking portal always gives you the best available rate — up to 15% lower than third-party sites.

Other Nearby Hotels Near Broad Street Market Worth Knowing About

If you’re comparing where to stay near Broad Street Market and downtown Harrisburg, here’s a quick look at some of the other lodging options in the area:

For couples looking for something different — a private suite, in-room hot tub, fireplace, and complete quiet after a relaxed morning downtown — Inn of the Dove is the adults-only option worth the short extra drive. For more on what’s worth doing in the area, see our Things to Do Near Inn of the Dove hub page.