Best places in Harpers Ferry, United States to visit (UPDATED April, 2024)

Best places in Harpers Ferry

Discover the best places in Harpers Ferry, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection. Ratings are based from 34 places in the city.

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Bolivar Bread Bakery

Bakery

👍👍 If this bakery doesn’t end up on the food network I will be absolutely shocked and disappointed. I’ve been to over 40 states (traveled from WA State); and have stopped at hundreds of amazing bakeries—but this ladies and gentlemen, IS. THE. BEST! I got the GF Amaretti cookie and OH MY GOSH…absolutely...

4.90 (231 reviews)

John Brown's Fort

Historical landmark

Brick firehouse where abolitionist John Brown barricaded himself during the Harpers Ferry raid.

4.70 (475 reviews)

Battle Grounds Bakery & Coffee

Cafe

👍 I always stop here for pre-hike sandwiches when in Harpers Ferry. This time I opted for the Appalachian sandwich (vegetarian), which was one of the many healthy menu options and came with lots of fresh vegetables. The sourdough is super soft and fresh so definitely recommend it! They also have glut...

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4.60 (302 reviews)

The Rabbit Hole

Restaurant

Sharing plates, bar bites & build-your-own burgers in a cozy bar with wood furnishings & a terrace.

$$ $$

4.40 (866 reviews)

St. Peter's Roman Catholic Church

Catholic church

4.70 (171 reviews)

Spillway

Bar & grill

👍👍 The Spillway is awesome. Halfway between nowhere and the back of beyond along the Mississippi River in far Northeast Iowa lies the very small historic town of Harpers Ferry, where fishing and hunting isn’t a sport, it’s been a way of life since the beginning of time. And today, we discovered a ti...

$ $$$

4.60 (208 reviews)

Cannonball Deli

Deli

Fast-casual American eats, like piled-high subs & salads, served in this colorful deli with a patio.

4.60 (185 reviews)

Jefferson Rock

Historical landmark

Scenic rock formation overlooking mountains & rivers, written about & named for Thomas Jefferson.

4.80 (116 reviews)

True Treats Historic Candy

Candy store

4.80 (114 reviews)

Stonehouse Bed & Breakfast

Bed & breakfast

Homey rooms & suites in a polished B&B offering free parking, river views & a courtyard with a pond.

4.80 (71 reviews)

Portside Bar and Supper Club

Restaurant

👍👍 Very good place to eat! We ordered tenderloins and jalapeno poppers. Another couple had pizza and said it was very good. Stopped in again for their prime rib special.. Wonderful Dinner!

4.70 (80 reviews)

National Park Service Information Center

Tourist information center

👍👍 SO much American history here & now. Three hiking trails & 2 mighty rivers converge. Trains through mountain tunnels. Lewis & Clark & John Brown began & changed the country from here. Antietam is nearby, along with beautiful state parks.

4.70 (79 reviews)

The Point at the Rivers

Scenic spot

4.90 (54 reviews)

Ruins of St. John's Episcopal Church

Historical landmark

Fieldstone ruins of an 1852 church that functioned during the Civil War as a hospital & barracks.

4.80 (60 reviews)

Harpers Ferry Park Association

Non-profit organization

👍👍 i’ve gone multiple times and i love the hike, the small town is so beautiful and historic

4.80 (60 reviews)

The Town's Inn

Inn

Inn offering traditional rooms in an 1840 residence & modern annex, plus free Wi-Fi & a restaurant.

$84/night

4.00 (387 reviews)

Tenfold Fair Trade Collection

Gift shop

👍👍 What an amazing find. From a modest and unassuming storefront you enter a bazaar of fair trade, with clothes, jewelry, trinkets, and more, from all over the world. It's a wonderful place to browse for gifts and goodies, especially if you want to support small and fair trade business.

5.00 (39 reviews)