Plan a summer getaway with The Central Hotel & Conference Center in Harrisburg and experience everything Central Pennsylvania has to offer! Make your way to The Sweetest Place on Earth just 20 minutes down the road and discover all the unique things to do in Hershey, PA. Drive to Hershey and spend your time riding roller coasters, attending live shows, sampling delicious chocolate, strolling through gardens, and learning the storied history of the Hershey chocolate company. From the thrilling rides of Hersheypark to classic cars at the AACA museum, there are endless ways to stay busy this summer in Hershey.
Read on to learn more about the famous chocolate company and the unique attractions that have kept visitors coming back for over 100 years:
Hersheypark
Opened in 1906, Hersheypark has been a top place for family-friendly fun in Pennsylvania for over 100 years. Today, it is the largest amusement park in Pennsylvania, offering roller coasters, a water park, a zoo, chocolate-inspired restaurants, shopping, and healing spa treatments. Purchase tickets to Hersheypark today!
Hershey’s Chocolate World
See, smell, and taste a variety of sweets at Hershey’s Chocolate World. Take a historical trolley tour through the town of Hershey, create your own candy bar, or attend a family-oriented theater show.
ZooAmerica
If you are traveling with animal lovers, a visit to ZooAmerica at Hersheypark is a must! See wildlife from five regions of North America, including wolves, mountain lions, black bears, alligators, owls, snakes, tortoises, and more!
Hershey Gardens
Stroll through 23 acres of botanical beauty at Hershey Gardens and marvel at nature during your visit. Explore 11 themed gardens, including the Butterfly Atrium featuring hundreds of butterflies from around the world.
The Hershey Story Museum
Learn about the history of Milton S. Hershey and the iconic chocolate bar at the Hershey Story Museum. Discover the fascinating story of Hershey Chocolate through informative museum exhibits and interactive experiences.
Hershey Theatre
Plan your vacation around one of the shows at the historic Hershey Theatre. The theater hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including Broadway shows, intimate concerts, classic music performances, dance attractions, and comedy shows.
America’s Transportation Experience Museum
Visit the AACA Museum and learn about motor vehicle history while walking past 100 classic cruisers and vintage wheels on display.
Stay at Our Central Pennsylvania Hotel near Hershey
Book your getaway with The Central Hotel & Conference Center and discover all the unique things to do in Hershey, PA, near our hotel. After a day of adventures, return to our Harrisburg hotel and refuel at our on-site restaurant, O’Reilly’s Tap Room & Kitchen, before returning to your cozy hotel room. Browse our hotel rooms and find the perfect lodging near Hershey today!