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161 Museum Drive
Hershey, Pennsylvania
717-566-7100 |
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The Antique Auto Museum displays beautifully restored automobiles, buses and motorcycles in unique scenes and settings. Visitors are transported through eight decades from the early 1900s through the 1970s, while traveling from New York to San Francisco. With more than 70,000-square feet of space, it is one of the nation's largest automotive museums, having the ability to display approx. 100 vehicles throughout three levels. More Hours & Admission
Daily 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Admission.
The Antique Auto Museum displays beautifully restored automobiles, buses and motorcycles in unique scenes and settings. Visitors are transported through eight decades from the early 1900s through the 1970s, while traveling from New York to San Francisco. With more than 70,000-square feet of space, it is one of the nation's largest automotive museums, having the ability to display approx. 100 vehicles throughout three levels. Hours & Admission
Daily 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Admission. Location
Just off Highway 39, one mile west of Hersheypark Dr.
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Cocoa Avenue and Chocolate Avenue
Hershey, Pennsylvania
717-298-2200 |
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A community park, it offers performances throughout the summer. These can include puppetry, circus acts - juggling and acrobatics, music - songs and musical instruments, storytelling and street theater. In the event of inclement weather, all performances will take place at The Hershey Story, 111 West Chocolate Avenue. More Hours & Admission
Park: Daily dawn to dusk. Programs: mid-June to early August, Wednesday 12:00 noon. Free.
A community park, it offers performances throughout the summer. These can include puppetry, circus acts - juggling and acrobatics, music - songs and musical instruments, storytelling and street theater. In the event of inclement weather, all performances will take place at The Hershey Story, 111 West Chocolate Avenue. Hours & Admission
Park: Daily dawn to dusk. Programs: mid-June to early August, Wednesday 12:00 noon. Free. Location
In downtown Hershey at the corner of Cocoa Ave. and Chocolate Ave.
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170 Hotel Road
Hershey, Pennsylvania
717-534-3492 |
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A 3.5-acre rose garden planted for Milton Hershey in 1937 grew to become this 23-acre botanical garden in less than six years. Designed in various themes, today the garden showcases: • a memorial garden in honor of those who have served in the military • the original garden now with 275 varieties of roses... More Hours & Admission
Gardens: January and February, Friday to Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., March, November and December, daily 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., April to late May and early September to October, daily 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., late May to early September, daily 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Butterfly house: late May to late September. Closed major holidays. Admission.
A 3.5-acre rose garden planted for Milton Hershey in 1937 grew to become this 23-acre botanical garden in less than six years. Designed in various themes, today the garden showcases: • a memorial garden in honor of those who have served in the military • the original garden now with 275 varieties of roses • a perennial gardens featuring seasonal beauty • a rock and conifer garden • an herb garden popular in the kitchen or for medicinal purposes • a Japanese garden • a seasonal garden - ever changing to capture favorite blooms • Mrs. Hershey's Rose Garden since transplanted • an arboretum • ornamental grasses, the rolling lawn and woods. Flutter by Hershey Gardens' Butterfly House to see 300 butterflies representing 25 varieties. Learn what they eat, where they lay their eggs and discover their life cycle. Within the Children's Garden, find 30 different themes that encourage learning - colors and the alphabet, among many others, plus pure fun. Hours & Admission
Gardens: January and February, Friday to Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., March, November and December, daily 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., April to late May and early September to October, daily 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., late May to early September, daily 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Butterfly house: late May to late September. Closed major holidays. Admission. Location
Across from Hotel Hershey.
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15 East Caracas Avenue
Hershey, Pennsylvania
717-534-3405 |
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The Hershey Theatre has established itself as the area's premiere performing arts center. It presents touring Broadway shows, classical music and dance performances and world-renowned entertainers. Built by Milton S. Hershey between 1929 and 1933, the historic theater is an architectural wonder from its grand lobby to bas-relief artwork to the floating stars and cloud ceiling. A walking tour highlights the building from top to bottom and from the front to the back of... More Hours & Admission
Box office: Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Admission. Directions
From Harrisburg, take U.S. Highway 322. Travel east and continue of U.S. Highway 422, which becomes W. Chocolate Ave., to downtown Hershey. At Highway 743 (Cocoa Ave.), turn right (south) and travel one block to Caracas Ave. and turn left.
The Hershey Theatre has established itself as the area's premiere performing arts center. It presents touring Broadway shows, classical music and dance performances and world-renowned entertainers. Built by Milton S. Hershey between 1929 and 1933, the historic theater is an architectural wonder from its grand lobby to bas-relief artwork to the floating stars and cloud ceiling. A walking tour highlights the building from top to bottom and from the front to the back of the house. Hours & Admission
Box office: Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Admission. Tours
Spotlight: one-hour; Friday 11:00 a.m. Fee Location
Just off the ChocolateTown Square in downtown Hershey. Parking
On Caracas Ave., or in The Hershey Company parking lot opposite the entrance. Directions
From Harrisburg, take U.S. Highway 322. Travel east and continue of U.S. Highway 422, which becomes W. Chocolate Ave., to downtown Hershey. At Highway 743 (Cocoa Ave.), turn right (south) and travel one block to Caracas Ave. and turn left. |
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251 Park Blvd.
Hershey, Pennsylvania
717-533-3000 |
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Trolley conductors provide a historical, song-filled journey through Hershey. Along this entertaining ride, visitors may see such sights as the Homestead, where Milton S. Hershey was born, the Milton Hershey School, and The Hotel Hershey. A number of different tours are offered throughout the year. Stops can include Founder's Hall, focal point of the Hershey's legacy or the grand lobby of Hershey Theatre or actors relating information about Mr. Hershey or a Christmas holiday tour, complete with caroling and a visit from Santa. More Hours & Admission
January to mid-March and December, daily 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., mid-March to late May and September to October, daily 9:45 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., late May to August, daily 9:45 a.m. to 7:45 p.m. November 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Extended hours during select weekends, summer, fall and holiday periods. Closed December 25. Admission. Directions
From Baltimore, take Interstate 83 (I-83) north to Pennsylvania. Near Harrisburg, take exit 46B, merging on U.S. Highway 322. Travel east to Hershey. Take Highway 39 (Hersheypark Dr.) exit and travel for nine-tenths of a mile. At Park Blvd., take a right and travel three-tenths of a mile and then at the facility, turn left.
From New York City, take the George Washington Bridge to Interstate 80 (I-80) to Interstate 287 (I-287) south to Interstate 78 (west) to Interstate 81 (south) and take exit 80 (Highway 743) south, which becomes Hersheypark Dr. Stay on Hersheypark when Highway 743 turns left and travel 1.2 miles. At Park Blvd., turn left and travel three-tenths of a mile and then at the facility, turn left.
From Newark, NJ, take Interstate 78 (west) to Interstate 81 (south) and take exit 80 (Highway 743) south, which becomes Hersheypark Dr. Stay on Hersheypark when Highway 743 turns left and travel 1.2 miles. At Park Blvd., turn left and travel three-tenths of a mile and then at the facility, turn left.
From Pittsburgh, take Interstate 76 (I-76) (Pennsylvania Turnpike) east to exit 247 (Harrisburg (east). Take Interstate 283 (I-283) north to exit 3 (U.S. Highway 322) east. Take Highway 39 (Hersheypark Dr.) exit and travel for nine-tenths of a mile. At Park Blvd., take a right and travel three-tenths of a mile and then at the facility, turn left.
From Washington, D.C./Maryland, take Interstate 95 (I-95) north to Interstate 695 (I-695) to Interstate 83 (I-83). Near Harrisburg, take exit 46B, merging on U.S. Highway 322. Travel east to Hershey. Take Hersheypark Dr. exit and travel for nine-tenths of a mile. At Park Blvd., take a right and travel three-tenths of a mile and then at the facility, turn left.
From Washington, D.C./Virginia, take Interstate 270 (I-270) north to Frederick, MD and take U.S. Highway 15 north. In Pennsylvania, take Highway 581 (Harrisburg Parkway). Take Interstate 83 (I-83) north. Near Harrisburg, take exit 46B, merging on U.S. Highway 322. Travel east to Hershey. Take Highway 39 (Hersheypark Dr.) exit and travel for nine-tenths of a mile. At Park Blvd., take a right and travel three-tenths of a mile and then at the facility, turn left.
Trolley conductors provide a historical, song-filled journey through Hershey. Along this entertaining ride, visitors may see such sights as the Homestead, where Milton S. Hershey was born, the Milton Hershey School, and The Hotel Hershey. A number of different tours are offered throughout the year. Stops can include Founder's Hall, focal point of the Hershey's legacy or the grand lobby of Hershey Theatre or actors relating information about Mr. Hershey or a Christmas holiday tour, complete with caroling and a visit from Santa. Hours & Admission
January to mid-March and December, daily 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., mid-March to late May and September to October, daily 9:45 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., late May to August, daily 9:45 a.m. to 7:45 p.m. November 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Extended hours during select weekends, summer, fall and holiday periods. Closed December 25. Admission. Tours
History and chocolate: 60 minutes; daily, stops included. Trolley adventure: 45 minutes; late May to late September. Christmas adventure: 35 minutes; mid November and December. Location
Departs/disembarks from Hershey’s Chocolate World. Directions
From Baltimore, take Interstate 83 (I-83) north to Pennsylvania. Near Harrisburg, take exit 46B, merging on U.S. Highway 322. Travel east to Hershey. Take Highway 39 (Hersheypark Dr.) exit and travel for nine-tenths of a mile. At Park Blvd., take a right and travel three-tenths of a mile and then at the facility, turn left.
From New York City, take the George Washington Bridge to Interstate 80 (I-80) to Interstate 287 (I-287) south to Interstate 78 (west) to Interstate 81 (south) and take exit 80 (Highway 743) south, which becomes Hersheypark Dr. Stay on Hersheypark when Highway 743 turns left and travel 1.2 miles. At Park Blvd., turn left and travel three-tenths of a mile and then at the facility, turn left.
From Newark, NJ, take Interstate 78 (west) to Interstate 81 (south) and take exit 80 (Highway 743) south, which becomes Hersheypark Dr. Stay on Hersheypark when Highway 743 turns left and travel 1.2 miles. At Park Blvd., turn left and travel three-tenths of a mile and then at the facility, turn left.
From Pittsburgh, take Interstate 76 (I-76) (Pennsylvania Turnpike) east to exit 247 (Harrisburg (east). Take Interstate 283 (I-283) north to exit 3 (U.S. Highway 322) east. Take Highway 39 (Hersheypark Dr.) exit and travel for nine-tenths of a mile. At Park Blvd., take a right and travel three-tenths of a mile and then at the facility, turn left.
From Washington, D.C./Maryland, take Interstate 95 (I-95) north to Interstate 695 (I-695) to Interstate 83 (I-83). Near Harrisburg, take exit 46B, merging on U.S. Highway 322. Travel east to Hershey. Take Hersheypark Dr. exit and travel for nine-tenths of a mile. At Park Blvd., take a right and travel three-tenths of a mile and then at the facility, turn left.
From Washington, D.C./Virginia, take Interstate 270 (I-270) north to Frederick, MD and take U.S. Highway 15 north. In Pennsylvania, take Highway 581 (Harrisburg Parkway). Take Interstate 83 (I-83) north. Near Harrisburg, take exit 46B, merging on U.S. Highway 322. Travel east to Hershey. Take Highway 39 (Hersheypark Dr.) exit and travel for nine-tenths of a mile. At Park Blvd., take a right and travel three-tenths of a mile and then at the facility, turn left. |
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251 Park Blvd.
Hershey, Pennsylvania
717-534-4900 |
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The official visitors center of The Hershey Company, Chocolate World opened in 1973 in response to the high demand for tours of the chocolate factory. Hershey's Chocolate World is now one of the most visited corporate visitors center in the United States. Guests take the Great American Chocolate Tour and learn about the chocolate-making process. Other activities include Hershey's Really Big 3-D Show; Hershey's Factory Works, which includes a simulated Hershey's Kisses chocolates... More Hours & Admission
September to early June, daily 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., early June to August 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Closed major holidays. Free. Directions
From Baltimore, take Interstate 83 (I-83) north to Pennsylvania. Near Harrisburg, take exit 46B, merging on U.S. Highway 322. Travel east to Hershey. Take Highway 39 (Hersheypark Dr.) exit and travel for nine-tenths of a mile. At Park Blvd., take a right and travel three-tenths of a mile and then at the facility, turn left.
From New York City, take the George Washington Bridge to Interstate 80 (I-80) to Interstate 287 (I-287) south to Interstate 78 (west) to Interstate 81 (south) and take exit 80 (Highway 743) south, which becomes Hersheypark Dr. Stay on Hersheypark when Highway 743 turns left and travel 1.2 miles. At Park Blvd., turn left and travel three-tenths of a mile and then at the facility, turn left.
From Newark, NJ, take Interstate 78 (west) to Interstate 81 (south) and take exit 80 (Highway 743) south, which becomes Hersheypark Dr. Stay on Hersheypark when Highway 743 turns left and travel to the facility on the right. and travel 1.2 miles. At Park Blvd., turn left and travel three-tenths of a mile and then at the facility, turn left.
From Pittsburgh, take Interstate 76 (I-76) (Pennsylvania Turnpike) east to exit 247 (Harrisburg) east. Take Interstate 283 (I-283) north to exit 3 (U.S. Highway 322) east. Take Highway 39 (Hersheypark Dr.) exit and travel for nine-tenths of a mile. At Park Blvd., take a right and travel three-tenths of a mile and then at the facility, turn left.
From Washington, D.C./Maryland, take Interstate 95 (I-95) north to Interstate 695 (I-695) to Interstate 83 (I-83). Near Harrisburg, take exit 46B, merging on U.S. Highway 322. Travel east to Hershey. Take Hersheypark Dr. exit and travel for nine-tenths of a mile. At Park Blvd., take a right and travel three-tenths of a mile and then at the facility, turn left.
From Washington, D.C./Virginia, take Interstate 270 (I-270) north to Frederick, MD and take U.S. Highway 15 north. In Pennsylvania, take Highway 581 (Harrisburg Parkway). Take Interstate 83 (I-83) north. Near Harrisburg, take exit 46B, merging on U.S. Highway 322. Travel east to Hershey. Take Hersheypark Dr. exit and travel for nine-tenths of a mile. At Park Blvd., take a right and travel three-tenths of a mile and then at the facility, turn left.
The official visitors center of The Hershey Company, Chocolate World opened in 1973 in response to the high demand for tours of the chocolate factory. Hershey's Chocolate World is now one of the most visited corporate visitors center in the United States. Guests take the Great American Chocolate Tour and learn about the chocolate-making process. Other activities include Hershey's Really Big 3-D Show; Hershey's Factory Works, which includes a simulated Hershey's Kisses chocolates manufacturing line; an entertaining bakery; and gift shops that offer the widest selection of Hershey's products anywhere. Hours & Admission
September to early June, daily 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., early June to August 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Closed major holidays. Free. Location
Downtown Hershey. Directions
From Baltimore, take Interstate 83 (I-83) north to Pennsylvania. Near Harrisburg, take exit 46B, merging on U.S. Highway 322. Travel east to Hershey. Take Highway 39 (Hersheypark Dr.) exit and travel for nine-tenths of a mile. At Park Blvd., take a right and travel three-tenths of a mile and then at the facility, turn left.
From New York City, take the George Washington Bridge to Interstate 80 (I-80) to Interstate 287 (I-287) south to Interstate 78 (west) to Interstate 81 (south) and take exit 80 (Highway 743) south, which becomes Hersheypark Dr. Stay on Hersheypark when Highway 743 turns left and travel 1.2 miles. At Park Blvd., turn left and travel three-tenths of a mile and then at the facility, turn left.
From Newark, NJ, take Interstate 78 (west) to Interstate 81 (south) and take exit 80 (Highway 743) south, which becomes Hersheypark Dr. Stay on Hersheypark when Highway 743 turns left and travel to the facility on the right. and travel 1.2 miles. At Park Blvd., turn left and travel three-tenths of a mile and then at the facility, turn left.
From Pittsburgh, take Interstate 76 (I-76) (Pennsylvania Turnpike) east to exit 247 (Harrisburg) east. Take Interstate 283 (I-283) north to exit 3 (U.S. Highway 322) east. Take Highway 39 (Hersheypark Dr.) exit and travel for nine-tenths of a mile. At Park Blvd., take a right and travel three-tenths of a mile and then at the facility, turn left.
From Washington, D.C./Maryland, take Interstate 95 (I-95) north to Interstate 695 (I-695) to Interstate 83 (I-83). Near Harrisburg, take exit 46B, merging on U.S. Highway 322. Travel east to Hershey. Take Hersheypark Dr. exit and travel for nine-tenths of a mile. At Park Blvd., take a right and travel three-tenths of a mile and then at the facility, turn left.
From Washington, D.C./Virginia, take Interstate 270 (I-270) north to Frederick, MD and take U.S. Highway 15 north. In Pennsylvania, take Highway 581 (Harrisburg Parkway). Take Interstate 83 (I-83) north. Near Harrisburg, take exit 46B, merging on U.S. Highway 322. Travel east to Hershey. Take Hersheypark Dr. exit and travel for nine-tenths of a mile. At Park Blvd., take a right and travel three-tenths of a mile and then at the facility, turn left. |
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Hersheypark
100 West Hersheypark Drive
Hershey, Pennsylvania
717-534-3090 |
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Hersheypark, a 110-acre attraction, has grown to become a world-class theme park while retaining the charm and character that marked its beginnings in 1907 - a shady retreat where Milton S. Hershey's chocolate factory workers could picnic, boat and canoe. Hershey Park is ranked as one of the cleanest and greenest theme parks in America. It boasts more than 60 rides and attractions, including 10 roller coasters, more than 20 rides designed especially for children, live entertainment,... More Hours & Admission
Early to late May, Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., late May to early September, daily 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., early September to late September, Saturday and Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Extended hours during select weekends, summer, fall and holiday periods. Admission. Directions
From Baltimore, take Interstate 83 (I-83) north to Pennsylvania. Near Harrisburg, take exit 46B, merging on U.S. Highway 322. Travel east to Hershey. Take Highway 39 (Hersheypark Dr.) exit and travel to the facility on the right.
From New York City, take the George Washington Bridge to Interstate 80 (I-80) to Interstate 287 (I-287) south to Interstate 78 (west) to Interstate 81 (south) and take exit 80 (Highway 743) south, which becomes Hersheypark Dr. Stay on Hersheypark when Highway 743 turns left and travel to the facility on the left.
From Newark, NJ, take Interstate 78 (west) to Interstate 81 (south) and take exit 80 (Highway 743) south, which becomes Hersheypark Dr. Stay on Hersheypark when Highway 743 turns left and travel to the facility on the left.
From Pittsburgh, take Interstate 76 (I-76) (Pennsylvania Turnpike) east to exit 247 (Harrisburg) east. Take Interstate 283 (I-283) north to exit 3 (U.S. Highway 322) east. Take Highway 39 (Hersheypark Dr.) exit and travel to the facility on the right.
From Washington, D.C./Maryland, take Interstate 95 (I-95) north to Interstate 695 (I-695) to Interstate 83 (I-83). Near Harrisburg, take exit 46B, merging on U.S. Highway 322. Travel east to Hershey. Take Highway 39 (Hersheypark Dr.) exit and travel to the facility on the right.
From Washington, D.C./Virginia, take Interstate 270 (I-270) north to Frederick, MD and take U.S. Highway 15 north. In Pennsylvania, take Highway 581 (Harrisburg Parkway). Take Interstate 83 (I-83) north. Near Harrisburg, take exit 46B, merging on U.S. Highway 322. Travel east to Hershey. Take Highway 39 (Hersheypark Dr.) exit and travel to the facility on the right.
Hersheypark, a 110-acre attraction, has grown to become a world-class theme park while retaining the charm and character that marked its beginnings in 1907 - a shady retreat where Milton S. Hershey's chocolate factory workers could picnic, boat and canoe. Hershey Park is ranked as one of the cleanest and greenest theme parks in America. It boasts more than 60 rides and attractions, including 10 roller coasters, more than 20 rides designed especially for children, live entertainment, and a water-play area, Boardwalk at Hersheypark*. Roller coasters include Fahrenheit - a vertical-lift, inverted-loop roller coaster that offers one of the steepest drops of any coaster in the United States, Comet, Great Bear - a steel inverted looping coaster, Lightning Racer, Sooperdooperlooper, Sidewinder, Trailblazer, Wild Mouse, Wildcat and Stormrunner - a one-of-a-kind coaster that goes from zero to 72 miles per hour in two seconds flat; fly through loops, twists and turns while experiencing the 18-story ride. For a more leisurely pace, try the Ferris wheel, log flume, train ride, swing, tower drop and the monorail. Rides geared for children include a carousel, log flume and those with a dinosaur, beer and frog themes. (*see separate listing) Note: admission to Hersheypark allows access from within the park to The Boardwalk at Hersheypark and ZooAmerica. Hours & Admission
Early to late May, Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., late May to early September, daily 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., early September to late September, Saturday and Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Extended hours during select weekends, summer, fall and holiday periods. Admission. Directions
From Baltimore, take Interstate 83 (I-83) north to Pennsylvania. Near Harrisburg, take exit 46B, merging on U.S. Highway 322. Travel east to Hershey. Take Highway 39 (Hersheypark Dr.) exit and travel to the facility on the right.
From New York City, take the George Washington Bridge to Interstate 80 (I-80) to Interstate 287 (I-287) south to Interstate 78 (west) to Interstate 81 (south) and take exit 80 (Highway 743) south, which becomes Hersheypark Dr. Stay on Hersheypark when Highway 743 turns left and travel to the facility on the left.
From Newark, NJ, take Interstate 78 (west) to Interstate 81 (south) and take exit 80 (Highway 743) south, which becomes Hersheypark Dr. Stay on Hersheypark when Highway 743 turns left and travel to the facility on the left.
From Pittsburgh, take Interstate 76 (I-76) (Pennsylvania Turnpike) east to exit 247 (Harrisburg) east. Take Interstate 283 (I-283) north to exit 3 (U.S. Highway 322) east. Take Highway 39 (Hersheypark Dr.) exit and travel to the facility on the right.
From Washington, D.C./Maryland, take Interstate 95 (I-95) north to Interstate 695 (I-695) to Interstate 83 (I-83). Near Harrisburg, take exit 46B, merging on U.S. Highway 322. Travel east to Hershey. Take Highway 39 (Hersheypark Dr.) exit and travel to the facility on the right.
From Washington, D.C./Virginia, take Interstate 270 (I-270) north to Frederick, MD and take U.S. Highway 15 north. In Pennsylvania, take Highway 581 (Harrisburg Parkway). Take Interstate 83 (I-83) north. Near Harrisburg, take exit 46B, merging on U.S. Highway 322. Travel east to Hershey. Take Highway 39 (Hersheypark Dr.) exit and travel to the facility on the right. |
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100 West Hersheypark Drive
Hershey, Pennsylvania
717-534-3090 |
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In the summertime, Hersheypark combines an amusement park with a trip to the beach - The Boardwalk at Hersheypark. The latter is a tribute to the legendary beaches of the northeast: Atlantic City, New Jersey; Coney Island, New York; Ocean City, Maryland; and Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. Park highlights include longtime favorites Roller Soaker - that enables riders to dump up to four gallons of water on spectators below, who in turn can drench riders with large sprayers - and Tidal Force,... More Hours & Admission
Late May to mid-June and late August to early September, daily 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., mid-June to late August, daily 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Admission.
In the summertime, Hersheypark combines an amusement park with a trip to the beach - The Boardwalk at Hersheypark. The latter is a tribute to the legendary beaches of the northeast: Atlantic City, New Jersey; Coney Island, New York; Ocean City, Maryland; and Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. Park highlights include longtime favorites Roller Soaker - that enables riders to dump up to four gallons of water on spectators below, who in turn can drench riders with large sprayers - and Tidal Force, one of the tallest splash-down rides in the world - guaranteed to get participants drenched. Bayside Pier offers plenty of wave action. Coastline Plunge features four slides, while East Coast Waterworks has water toys, slides, buckets and bridges. A surf and surfing experience, The Shore, a nearly 378,000-gallon wave pool, simulates ocean's currents. The Intracoastal Waterway is a lazy river that allows guests to float along on rafts. Canyon River Rapids is a four-minute white-water adventure that winds through five acres of canyon walls and waterfalls. Guests see if they've got what it takes to catch a wave at Waverider. Sandcastle Cove is for younger guests. Cabana rentals are available to those desiring a drier outing. Note: admission to Hersheypark allows access from within the park to The Boardwalk at Hersheypark and ZooAmerica. Hours & Admission
Late May to mid-June and late August to early September, daily 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., mid-June to late August, daily 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Admission. Location
Adjacent to Hersheypark.
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111 West Chocolate Avenue
Hershey, Pennsylvania
717-534-3439 |
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Visitors can learn about the life and legacy of chocolate magnate and philanthropist Milton S. Hershey - his character, values and vision. Discover how he revolutionized the production of milk chocolate and see personal items of Mr. Hershey. Inspired by Milton Hershey's talent for experimentation, the Chocolate Lab offers a variety of experiences for all ages. Students and visitors can learn about the unique qualities of chocolate, as well as how chocolate is... More Hours & Admission
January and February, daily 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., March to mid-May and early September to December, daily 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., mid-May to early September, daily 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Extended hours during select weekends, summer, fall and holiday periods. Closed major holidays. Admission. Directions
From Baltimore, take Interstate 83 (I-83) north to Pennsylvania. Near Harrisburg, take exit 46B, merging on U.S. Highway 322. Travel east and continue of U.S. Highway 422, which becomes W. Chocolate Ave., to downtown Hershey. At Linden Rd., turn left.
From New York City, take the George Washington Bridge to Interstate 80 (I-80) to Interstate 287 (I-287) south to Interstate 78 (west) to Interstate 81 (south) and take exit 77 and travel Highway 39 east to Hershey. At Hersheypark Dr., turn left and at Park Ave., turn right and then turn right again on Chocolate Ave. Travel past the facility and turn right on Linden Rd.
From Newark, NJ, take Interstate 78 (west) to Interstate 81 (south) and take exit 77 and travel Highway 39 east to Hershey. At Hersheypark Dr., turn left and at Park Ave., turn right and then turn right again on Chocolate Ave. Travel past the facility and turn right on Linden Rd.
From Trenton, NJ, take Interstate 95 (I-95) south and then (from Philadelphia), take the Interstate 76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike). Take exit 266 (Lebanon/Lancaster) and at Highway 72 north, turn left. Travel for approx. 12 miles and merge on Highway 322 (west). At Cocoa Ave. (Highway 743), turn right. At U.S. Highway 422 (Chocolate Ave.), turn left. Travel past the facility and turn right on Linden Rd.
From Pittsburgh, take Interstate 76 (I-76) (Pennsylvania Turnpike) east to exit 247. Take Interstate 283 (I-283) north to exit 3 (U.S. Highway 322) east. Travel east and continue of U.S. Highway 422, which becomes W. Chocolate Ave., to downtown Hershey. At Linden Rd., turn left.
From Washington, D.C./Maryland, take Interstate 95 (I-95) north to Interstate 695 (I-695) to Interstate 83 (I-83). Near Harrisburg, take exit 46B, merging on U.S. Highway 322. Travel east and continue of U.S. Highway 422, which becomes W. Chocolate Ave., to downtown Hershey. At Linden Rd., turn left.
From Washington, D.C./Virginia, take Interstate 270 (I-270) north to Frederick, MD and take U.S. Highway 15 north. In Pennsylvania, take Highway 581 (Harrisburg Parkway). Take Interstate 83 (I-83) north. Near Harrisburg, take exit 46B, merging on U.S. Highway 322. Travel east and continue of U.S. Highway 422, which becomes W. Chocolate Ave., to downtown Hershey. At Linden Rd., turn left.
Visitors can learn about the life and legacy of chocolate magnate and philanthropist Milton S. Hershey - his character, values and vision. Discover how he revolutionized the production of milk chocolate and see personal items of Mr. Hershey. Inspired by Milton Hershey's talent for experimentation, the Chocolate Lab offers a variety of experiences for all ages. Students and visitors can learn about the unique qualities of chocolate, as well as how chocolate is made - grinding cocoa beans by hand, tempering, molding and dipping. Also learn about the town of Hershey. Hours & Admission
January and February, daily 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., March to mid-May and early September to December, daily 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., mid-May to early September, daily 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Extended hours during select weekends, summer, fall and holiday periods. Closed major holidays. Admission. Location
Downtown Hershey. Parking
Garage behind the facility. Directions
From Baltimore, take Interstate 83 (I-83) north to Pennsylvania. Near Harrisburg, take exit 46B, merging on U.S. Highway 322. Travel east and continue of U.S. Highway 422, which becomes W. Chocolate Ave., to downtown Hershey. At Linden Rd., turn left.
From New York City, take the George Washington Bridge to Interstate 80 (I-80) to Interstate 287 (I-287) south to Interstate 78 (west) to Interstate 81 (south) and take exit 77 and travel Highway 39 east to Hershey. At Hersheypark Dr., turn left and at Park Ave., turn right and then turn right again on Chocolate Ave. Travel past the facility and turn right on Linden Rd.
From Newark, NJ, take Interstate 78 (west) to Interstate 81 (south) and take exit 77 and travel Highway 39 east to Hershey. At Hersheypark Dr., turn left and at Park Ave., turn right and then turn right again on Chocolate Ave. Travel past the facility and turn right on Linden Rd.
From Trenton, NJ, take Interstate 95 (I-95) south and then (from Philadelphia), take the Interstate 76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike). Take exit 266 (Lebanon/Lancaster) and at Highway 72 north, turn left. Travel for approx. 12 miles and merge on Highway 322 (west). At Cocoa Ave. (Highway 743), turn right. At U.S. Highway 422 (Chocolate Ave.), turn left. Travel past the facility and turn right on Linden Rd.
From Pittsburgh, take Interstate 76 (I-76) (Pennsylvania Turnpike) east to exit 247. Take Interstate 283 (I-283) north to exit 3 (U.S. Highway 322) east. Travel east and continue of U.S. Highway 422, which becomes W. Chocolate Ave., to downtown Hershey. At Linden Rd., turn left.
From Washington, D.C./Maryland, take Interstate 95 (I-95) north to Interstate 695 (I-695) to Interstate 83 (I-83). Near Harrisburg, take exit 46B, merging on U.S. Highway 322. Travel east and continue of U.S. Highway 422, which becomes W. Chocolate Ave., to downtown Hershey. At Linden Rd., turn left.
From Washington, D.C./Virginia, take Interstate 270 (I-270) north to Frederick, MD and take U.S. Highway 15 north. In Pennsylvania, take Highway 581 (Harrisburg Parkway). Take Interstate 83 (I-83) north. Near Harrisburg, take exit 46B, merging on U.S. Highway 322. Travel east and continue of U.S. Highway 422, which becomes W. Chocolate Ave., to downtown Hershey. At Linden Rd., turn left. |
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100 West Hersheypark Drive
Hershey, Pennsylvania
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ZooAmerica, a North American Wildlife Park, occupies 11 acres and is home to more than 200 animals in 75 species. Both the animals and the plants represent the five regions of North America. Wildlife is housed in natural environments and wildlife preservation is highlighted. Started as The Hershey Zoo in 1916, following Mr. Hershey's trips Africa, Asia and Europe, at that time, it was one of the largest private collections in the country with bears, deer, elk, angora goats,... More Hours & Admission
November to March, daily 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., April to early June and early September to October, daily 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., early June to early September, daily 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Extended hours during select weekends, summer, fall and holiday periods. Closed major holidays. Admission. Directions
From Baltimore, take Interstate 83 (I-83) north to Pennsylvania. Near Harrisburg, take exit 46B, merging on U.S. Highway 322. Travel east to Hershey. Take Highway 39 (Hersheypark Dr.) exit and travel for nine-tenths of a mile. At Park Blvd., take a right and travel through one stop sign and up the hill. The facility is on the left.
From New York City, take the George Washington Bridge to Interstate 80 (I-80) to Interstate 287 (I-287) south to Interstate 78 (west) to Interstate 81 (south) and take exit 80 (Highway 743) south, which becomes Hersheypark Dr. Stay on Hersheypark when Highway 743 turns left and travel 1.2 miles. At Park Blvd., turn left and travel through one stop sign and up the hill. The facility is on the left.
From Newark, NJ, take Interstate 78 (west) to Interstate 81 (south) and take exit 80 (Highway 743) south, which becomes Hersheypark Dr. Stay on Hersheypark when Highway 743 turns left and travel 1.2 miles. At Park Blvd., turn left and travel through one stop sign and up the hill. The facility is on the left.
From Pittsburgh, take Interstate 76 (I-76) (Pennsylvania Turnpike) east to exit 247 (Harrisburg) east. Take Interstate 283 (I-283) north to exit 3 (U.S. Highway 322) east. Take Highway 39 (Hersheypark Dr.) exit and travel for nine-tenths of a mile. At Park Blvd., take a right and travel through one stop sign and up the hill. The facility is on the left.
From Washington, D.C./Maryland, take Interstate 95 (I-95) north to Interstate 695 (I-695) to Interstate 83 (I-83). Near Harrisburg, take exit 46B, merging on U.S. Highway 322. Travel east to Hershey. Take Highway 39 (Hersheypark Dr.) exit and travel for nine-tenths of a mile. At Park Blvd., take a right and travel through one stop sign and up the hill. The facility is on the left.
From Washington, D.C./Virginia, take Interstate 270 (I-270) north to Frederick, MD and take U.S. Highway 15 north. In Pennsylvania, take Highway 581 (Harrisburg Parkway). Take Interstate 83 (I-83) north. Near Harrisburg, take exit 46B, merging on U.S. Highway 322. Travel east to Hershey. Take Highway 39 (Hersheypark Dr.) exit and travel for nine-tenths of a mile. At Park Blvd., take a right and travel through one stop sign and up the hill. The facility is on the left.
ZooAmerica, a North American Wildlife Park, occupies 11 acres and is home to more than 200 animals in 75 species. Both the animals and the plants represent the five regions of North America. Wildlife is housed in natural environments and wildlife preservation is highlighted. Started as The Hershey Zoo in 1916, following Mr. Hershey's trips Africa, Asia and Europe, at that time, it was one of the largest private collections in the country with bears, deer, elk, angora goats, a lioness, llamas, monkeys, owls, pelicans, Shetland ponies, prairie dogs and zebras among its inhabitants. Note: admission to Hersheypark allows access within their park to ZooAmerica. Hours & Admission
November to March, daily 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., April to early June and early September to October, daily 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., early June to early September, daily 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Extended hours during select weekends, summer, fall and holiday periods. Closed major holidays. Admission. Location
Next to Hersheypark, across a walking bridge. Directions
From Baltimore, take Interstate 83 (I-83) north to Pennsylvania. Near Harrisburg, take exit 46B, merging on U.S. Highway 322. Travel east to Hershey. Take Highway 39 (Hersheypark Dr.) exit and travel for nine-tenths of a mile. At Park Blvd., take a right and travel through one stop sign and up the hill. The facility is on the left.
From New York City, take the George Washington Bridge to Interstate 80 (I-80) to Interstate 287 (I-287) south to Interstate 78 (west) to Interstate 81 (south) and take exit 80 (Highway 743) south, which becomes Hersheypark Dr. Stay on Hersheypark when Highway 743 turns left and travel 1.2 miles. At Park Blvd., turn left and travel through one stop sign and up the hill. The facility is on the left.
From Newark, NJ, take Interstate 78 (west) to Interstate 81 (south) and take exit 80 (Highway 743) south, which becomes Hersheypark Dr. Stay on Hersheypark when Highway 743 turns left and travel 1.2 miles. At Park Blvd., turn left and travel through one stop sign and up the hill. The facility is on the left.
From Pittsburgh, take Interstate 76 (I-76) (Pennsylvania Turnpike) east to exit 247 (Harrisburg) east. Take Interstate 283 (I-283) north to exit 3 (U.S. Highway 322) east. Take Highway 39 (Hersheypark Dr.) exit and travel for nine-tenths of a mile. At Park Blvd., take a right and travel through one stop sign and up the hill. The facility is on the left.
From Washington, D.C./Maryland, take Interstate 95 (I-95) north to Interstate 695 (I-695) to Interstate 83 (I-83). Near Harrisburg, take exit 46B, merging on U.S. Highway 322. Travel east to Hershey. Take Highway 39 (Hersheypark Dr.) exit and travel for nine-tenths of a mile. At Park Blvd., take a right and travel through one stop sign and up the hill. The facility is on the left.
From Washington, D.C./Virginia, take Interstate 270 (I-270) north to Frederick, MD and take U.S. Highway 15 north. In Pennsylvania, take Highway 581 (Harrisburg Parkway). Take Interstate 83 (I-83) north. Near Harrisburg, take exit 46B, merging on U.S. Highway 322. Travel east to Hershey. Take Highway 39 (Hersheypark Dr.) exit and travel for nine-tenths of a mile. At Park Blvd., take a right and travel through one stop sign and up the hill. The facility is on the left. |
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