Things to do in Hershey

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Hersheypark featuring a water park
Hersheypark featuring rides
Hershey Theatre which includes theatre scenes and street scenes
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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. 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 featuring markets and signage

3. 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 featuring performance art, nightlife and a festival

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 Theatre featuring interior views, theatre scenes and heritage architecture

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 showing 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 featuring signage

What to do in Hershey

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Hersheypark featuring a water park

Hersheypark

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
Hershey\'s Chocolate World featuring markets and signage

Hershey's Chocolate World

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

Hershey's Chocolate World
Hersheypark Stadium featuring performance art, nightlife and a festival

Hersheypark Stadium

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

Hersheypark Stadium
Hershey Theatre featuring interior views, theatre scenes and heritage architecture

Hershey Theatre

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
Troegs Brewing Company

Troegs Brewing Company

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
Hershey Gardens showing a park as well as a small group of people

Hershey Gardens

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

Hershey Gardens
The Hershey Story Museum featuring signage

The Hershey Story Museum

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
Zoo America showing signage and zoo animals

ZooAmerica

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

ZooAmerica

Giant Center

Catch an event at Giant Center during your trip to Hershey. Experience the entertainment choices and great live music in this family-friendly area.

Giant Center