Hershey Park
Hershey Park
Hershey
view website100 W Hersheypark Drive
Lancaster, PA 17033+2727
717-534-3900
Good-for-Kids Rating
Hershey Park Description
Amusement parks are great. Chocolate is great. Marry them and you have a place that's just about as close to Willy Wonka's vision as you're going to find. Add a new boardwalk-inspired water park and ZooAmerica, which features animals native to North America, and you have a full-fledged adventure on your hands. Don't miss the sea lion show, and be sure to hit Chocolate World on your way out: there's a 3-D theater and you can assemble your own bag of Hershey Kisses.
Amusement Park
Petting Zoo
Kid Tips
Babies: Forgot the baby food? No worries. Many eateries sell organic baby food.
Toddlers & Pre-K: There are a number of gentle rides for little ones.
School-Age Kids: Too big? Too small? A candy-themed height rating system helps parents know which rides are appropriate.
Pre-Teens & Teens: It doesn't get better than this for the middle-school and high school set. There are enough coasters and water rides to thrill older kids.
Planning Notes
- Summer is busy. Less crowded times generally include Sundays through Thursdays in May and June. Saturdays are the busiest days.
- You may need more than a day. With three features in one -- amusement park, zoo, and water park -- as well as shows and special attractions, you could easily spendmore than one day at Hershey Park. Lodging is available nearby.
- The park is hilly. There are times when you might look at the steep hill ahead and say, "Are you kidding?" Of course, your kids will charge onward, undaunted. Wear comfortable shoes.
- No smoking in most places. The park has restricted smoking areas, limiting exposure to second-hand smoke.
- Fido can come, too. If you brought your pooch on vacation, you can board him or her for the day at the animal kennel located on the park premises. Pets are not allowed in the park, however.
Just the Facts
Hours: Park is closed Jan.-March. Open one week in April. Hours vary by month. For more information visit http://www.hersheypa.com/attractions/hersheypark/hours/index.php
Fees: Over $40
Recommended Time: Full day
Reviews of Hershey Park
Hersheys Chocolate World
By mrswingert February 20, 2011 | Son: Age 7, Daughter: Age 14
What we loved:
CHOCOLATE!!
New at Hersheys Chocolate World. Our kids had a great time while crating their own candy bar. Like an authentic Hersheys factory. You choose your chocolate add additional ingredients and toppings, then produce your own custom candy bar. Design the package for your unique creation! It doesnt get more hands-on than this. Check out the coupons be for you go. We got to see the 3D movie for 1/2 off! http://www.hersheys.com/chocolateworld/pdfs/2011WebCoupon.pdf Read More
Hershery Park
By mrswingert July 10, 2009 | Son: Age 7, Daughter: Age 14
What we loved:
This place smells like Chocolate!
What we didn't love:
The places to eat. The food pricey and not that good.
We have be going to Hershey Park and Chocolate World for years. Who would like a ride that gives you chocolate at the end? Many Big coasters,New Water Park area and Shows. You also get admission to Zoo America with your park Admission. This is a nice little zoo with in-door and out-door habitats. They also have Halloween and Christmas events. Read More
Hershey is sweet!
By rlrcstrgrl April 02, 2008
What we loved:
Coasters and shows
What we didn't love:
Food could be better
Hershey is just a great place for everyone. I have a season pass there, and have had one for about five years not. Everyone can have a good time whether you are 7 or 70. The shows are really good and there are tons of rides for kids. With the addition of their water park last year, there really is more than a full days worth of attractions. And this year with the new coaster should make it even harder to get it all done in one day. Hershey is a great place for chocolate and rides! Read More
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