What to do in Hershey, PA

Activities, attractions and tours
Hersheypark featuring rides

Hershey Attractions

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Activities and Tours

Hershey is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Hershey to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Hershey Attractions

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Top places to visit

1. Hersheypark

Plummet, splash and spin on the confectionery-themed coasters of Hersheypark, a destination inspired by the sweet produce of Hershey’s. Visitors of every age will find a ride to suit their tastes, with a wide array of high-speed, big-drop attractions sitting alongside gentler attractions for younger visitors. A water park and selection of chocolate-filled restaurants further add to the appeal of this exhilarating family destination.
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Hersheypark featuring a water park

2. Hersheypark Stadium

Hersheypark Stadium is an impressive open-air venue that hosts a variety of musical concerts and sports events. Lying between Philadelphia and Pittsburgh, it is a cultural cornerstone of the region and has hosted many big names. Step into the rectangular arena and feel the excitement as the stadium lights up for night events.
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Hersheypark Stadium showing music, night scenes and nightlife

3. Hershey's Chocolate World

The town of Hershey thrived because of the beloved candy that is celebrated at Hershey's Chocolate World. Watch shows, explore a replica factory and take part in hands-on chocolate experiences. Spend an entire day learning about and tasting Hershey's candy and at the end of it all, you can decide whether there is ever such a thing as too much chocolate.
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Hershey\'s Chocolate World which includes signage and markets

4. Hershey Theatre

Hershey Theatre is an ideal place to spend an evening enjoying performances of classical music and hit shows in its elegant auditorium. Even if you don’t attend a show, simply entering the foyer of this arts venue is a worthwhile experience. Walk through a hall made of four different kinds of marble with bas-reliefs decorating the arches and ceiling. Regular tours show off the beauty and history of the building in greater detail.
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Hershey Theater showing theatre scenes, heritage architecture and interior views

5. Hershey Gardens

Explore a dazzling array of differently shaped and sized plants at Hershey Gardens. This botanical attraction packs in a diverse and sizable collection of flowers, trees and bushes from all around the world, so that there is something to see at every time of year.
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Hershey Gardens which includes a park as well as a small group of people

6. The Hershey Story Museum

The Hershey Story Museum is not just for chocoholics, but is also a destination for fans of American history and inspiring stories. Browse a variety of different interactive museum displays, which celebrate the world of candy and the remarkable man behind some of America's most famous sweets.
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The Hershey Story Museum which includes signage

Discover the most popular places to visit in Hershey

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Hersheypark

4/5(25 reviews)

Ride roller coasters in this action-packed candy-themed park filled with thrilling water slides, child-friendly rides and opportunities to dine with actors dressed as Hershey products.

Hersheypark
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Hersheypark Stadium

3.5/5(12 reviews)

Enjoy a sports competition or a musical concert under the bright lights with beer and snacks in this historic arena.

Hersheypark Stadium
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Hershey's Chocolate World

4.5/5(37 reviews)

Feed your sugary fantasies in attractions dedicated to all things cocoa-related at this chocolate-themed attraction.

Hershey's Chocolate World
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Hershey Theatre

4/5(9 reviews)

Spend a night watching drama, dance and music in one of Pennsylvania’s most opulent venues or tour it during the daytime to glimpse behind the scenes.

Hershey Theatre
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Hershey Gardens

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Experience an explosion of color in gardens bursting with banks of stunning flowers and a house filled with hundreds of butterflies.

Hershey Gardens
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Troegs Brewing Company

5/5(1 review)

You can take time to visit Troegs Brewing Company during your travels to Hershey. Experience the great live music and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.

Troegs Brewing Company
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The Hershey Story Museum

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Follow the history of chocolate and the story of one of America’s most celebrated confectioners in a museum dedicated to all things sweet.

The Hershey Story Museum
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ZooAmerica

Explore the different landscapes and wildlife of North America in this park, which houses big cats, bears and birds of prey.

ZooAmerica
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Giant Center

3.5/5(8 reviews)

Catch an event at Giant Center during your trip to Hershey. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theater scene in this family-friendly area.

Giant Center