Posted:
03/10/2023
| by Casey
Day Trip to Hershey, PA
Check out the sweetest place on earth!
Afternoon
After you’ve fueled up on food, it’s time for the adventure! No matter who you’re with or what your interests are, Hershey has something for everyone.
If you’re an adrenaline junkie or even just love the vibrant atmosphere of an amusement park, HersheyPark is something we definitely recommend checking out. With over 70 rides, 13 of which are thrilling roller coasters, plus a huge water park, there is something for all ages at HersheyPark. This park also features an arcade, several restaurants and food stands, daily shows, and ZooAmerica, which features more than 200 animal species.
Right next to HersheyPark is Hershey’s Chocolate World, where guests of all ages can take a free leisurely ride discovering the complete process of how Hershey’s chocolate is made. You might even get a free sample of some sort of sweet treat at the end! While there, you can also create your own candy bar, taste test a bunch of chocolate, or be part of an interactive 4D Chocolate Mystery show.
Those seeking an exhilarating sports experience can visit the Giant Center for a high-energy hockey game. Just a few minutes away from Hershey's Chocolate World, the Giant Center is home to Hershey's professional ice hockey team, the Hershey Bears.
If you’re looking for some pampering leisure time during your visit, you’re in luck; Hershey is home to some pretty great spas. A couple of our favorites include The Spa at the Hotel Hershey and MeltSpa. Chocolate may or may not be included in some of these spa treatments. Yum!
For those who are into shopping, Hershey has its own Tanger Outlets, featuring over 60 stores including Under Armour, Polo Ralph Lauren, Banana Republic, Old Navy, and Gap Outlet. There’s even a Starbucks there, too, if you need a little pick-me-up during your shopping excursion.