Visit Hershey & Harrisburg

Hi Branca, the physical factory can not do tours, but there is a free ride at Hershey’s Chocolate World Attraction that explains the chocolate making process.

Prices can be found here: http://harrisburgriverboat.com/publiccruises/

There are several car rental companies represented in Harrisburg including Enterprise, Alamo, Hertz, Avis, and Budget. We also have an active Uber and Lyft network, taxi services, and limo and car services.

The Harrisburg International Airport (MDT) in Middletown is about 20 minutes from Hersheypark. There’re also several Amtrak stations in the region as well as a bus station.

The Hershey Harrisburg Region is located in south central Pennsylvania, 3 hours east of Pittsburgh, 2 hours west of Philadelphia, and 2 hours north of Baltimore. We’re also 30 minutes north of Lancaster and 45 minutes north of Gettysburg.

This region has a number of beautiful hiking and biking trails including proximity to the Appalachian Trail. Check out our hiking guide for suggested treks. https://www.visithersheyharrisburg.org/blog/post/take-a-hike-guide-to-the-regions-hiking-trails/ https://www.visithersheyharrisburg.org/things-to-do/outdoor-activities/hike-bike-kayak/

The Hershey Harrisburg Region has several exciting indoor attractions and tours, as well as exquisite museums and some outdoor winter activities. Visit our seasonal page for ideas.

Harrisburg has several museums and educational centers as well as City Island, a spring/summer getaway featuring Harrisburg Senators Baseball, riverboat rides, min-golf, and more.

Families can explore one of our many museums, visit Hershey’s Chocolate World, or take a one-of-a-kind ride on a riverboat in Harrisburg. Adults and couples can visit one of our area’s incredible vineyards, breweries, or distilleries for a delicious tasting experience. The Hershey Harrisburg Region also has miles of hiking and biking trails, kayaking trips, and outdoor attractions and adventures for the whole family.

No, they are three separate attractions. Hersheypark is the amusement park that’s open seasonally with 70+ rides, coasters, a water park, and more. Hershey’s Chocolate World Attraction is open year-round and includes a menu of chocolate-inspired activities like a Chocolate Tour ride, Create Your Own Candy Bar, and more. The Hershey Story, The Museum on Chocolate Avenue also is open year-round and includes interactive exhibits about the life and legacy of Milton S. Hershey.

Hersheypark is open in all four seasons. See their website for up-to-date park dates and times. http://www.hersheypark.com/info/hours/

From chocolate factory tours to brewery tours, we offer several types of tours year round.

Do you have pet-friendly accommodations?

Yes. Hershey Lodge has an indoor pool complex. Several of our region’s hotels are equipped with indoor pools and spas.

Yes, in Hershey: Hershey Lodge and The Hotel Hershey. They offer lodging, dining, activities, and Hersheypark® perks like early access and complimentary front gate shuttle.

You can view our digital version on our website or request a travel guide by mail. If you’re already in the area you can pick up a copy at one of these locations: • Our office at 3211 N. Front Street • Harrisburg Downtown Improvement District, Visitor Information Center • Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex & Expo Center • Harrisburg International Airport • Harrisburg Amtrak Station • National Civil War Museum • The Hershey Story, Museum on Chocolate Avenue • Hollywood Casino at Penn National Race Course • Hilton Harrisburg and hundreds of regional hotels • Pennsylvania Turnpike Plazas (inbound to the region) & other Visitor Welcome Centers

Yes! The Hershey Harrisburg Region is inviting, affordable, and accessible Contact our Sales department for meeting and convention planning series including unique venues, services, and vendors.

Yes! If you’re a group planner or tour operator, contact our Sales department for trip planning assistance and the best group-friendly accommodations, dining and attractions.

The Hershey Harrisburg Region has several museums (The State Museum of Pennsylvania, National Civil War Museum, The Hershey Story Museum) and interactive centers (Whitaker Center for Science & the Arts, and Welcome Center at the Pennsylvania State Capitol Building). You can also take a brewery tour, browse art galleries, or ride go-karts.

About 25 minutes, or 15 miles.

In December, you can enjoy Hersheypark Christmas Candylane or Hershey Sweet Lights, two spectacular outdoor holiday attractions in Hershey. When winter really sets in (January, February), you can go skiing or snowboarding at Roundtop Mountain Resort, take a brisk walk around Wildwood Park in Harrisburg, or take the underground cavern tour at Echo Dell, Indian Echo Caverns. If the weather turns out to be too cold, we have a number of indoor activities to keep you entertained and warm: https://www.visithersheyharrisburg.org/things-to-do/indoor-activities/

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