If you are looking for a weekend getaway this summer, then don't look any farther than Hershey Park, Pennsylvania. Yes, it is the home on the world famous chocolate factory and it is the perfect place for some family fun and some innovative story ideas.
For a little town, there is a great deal to do. For starters, The Hershey Story is the official museum and it even has a hands-on chocolate lab along with chocolate tasting. It is located on Chocolate Avenue where the street lights are actual Hershey Kisses!
Hershey's Chocolate World is a must see. There is a free chocolate making tour ride, a 3-D show, and a new tasty addition-a make your own chocolate bar experience where you actually get to create your own candy bar, complete with toppings and fillings. Be forewarned though, it can be a long wait for impatient little ones and everyone including babies must wear a hair net. Strollers are left outside, so it's a good idea to leave them in the car to begin with.
Chocolate World also offers a nostalgic and historical trolley ride through the city which was a lot of fun. Get your singing voice ready for this one and your appetite. Free samples are included. Combination tickets can be brought for all the different activities that are available. The gift shop is to die for, offering any Hershey product your heart desires. Definitely not the place to stop if you are on a diet!
The world-class Hershey Park amusement attraction is right next door and it offers over sixty-five rides including eleven roller coasters and a water section called The Boardwalk. Be sure to search the net for coupons. Park entrance prices are high. Cost goes down at dusk. There are rides for the younger set as well as shows and ZooAmerica. This is a perfect sized zoo for younger kids and a don't miss. We had a lot of fun here.
In addition to the main attractions, there are also the beautiful Hershey Gardens, an antique car museum, and summer concerts. If you visit in the off-season, you can check out the American Hockey League champion Hershey Bears who play in town and are the farm team of the Washington Capitals.
There are many types of accommodations available from affordable to pricey. I would have loved to stay at the historic Hotel Hershey, but it was way out of our price range though worth a walk through for the architecture, history, and setting potential. There is even a campground nearby if you are so inclined.
There is also more than chocolate to eat here! The Chocolate Grill, located on Chocolate Avenue, was delicious and kid friendly. The Brick Oven Pizza also located on Chocolate Avenue didn't look like much from the outside or inside for that matter, but the food was fantastic and definitely worth checking out.
Please check out the links below to help you plan your trip and enjoy!
www.hersheypartnership.com
www.HersheysChocolateWorld.com
www.hersheygardens.com
www.hersheystory.org
www.Hersheypark.com
www.aacamuseum.org
www.adventurehershey.com
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