Day 1: Arrival and Hersheypark Preview
Morning/Afternoon: Arrive in Hershey and check into your hotel or accommodation. Consider staying at one of the official Hershey resorts like The Hotel Hershey, Hershey Lodge, or Hersheypark Camping Resort for perks like early park access.
Evening: If you're staying at a Hersheypark resort, take advantage of the Hersheypark Preview Plan, which allows you to enter the park 2 hours before closing the day before your full-day visit. Walk around the park, explore the rides, and get a feel for the layout.
Day 2: Hersheypark Adventure
Morning: Start your full day at Hersheypark! The park has over 70 rides and attractions, including 14 roller coasters like Candymonium and Skyrush for thrill-seekers, along with plenty of family-friendly rides.
Afternoon: Enjoy lunch inside the park at places like The Outpost, which offers allergen-friendly options, or grab some pizza or burgers.
Evening: After a full day of rides and attractions, watch the Hersheypark in the Dark parade (seasonal) or catch a show at one of the live entertainment venues.
Day 3: Water Fun at The Boardwalk and ZooAmerica
Morning: Head to The Boardwalk at Hersheypark, a water park within the park, and spend the morning cooling off on water rides like Breakers Edge Water Coaster and relaxing in the Lazy River.
Afternoon: After lunch, explore ZooAmerica, an 11-acre North American wildlife park included with Hersheypark admission. You’ll see animals like black bears, mountain lions, and river otters.
Evening: Leave the park and have dinner in Hershey’s Chocolate World at The Chocolatier Restaurant, where you can try chocolate-inspired dishes.
Day 4: Chocolate World and Hershey Gardens
Morning: Spend the day exploring Hershey’s Chocolate World, located just outside Hersheypark. Take the free chocolate tour, create your own candy bar, and go on a 4D chocolate mystery adventure.
Afternoon: After lunch, head to Hershey Gardens, a 23-acre botanical garden featuring themed gardens and a butterfly atrium. It’s a peaceful escape after the excitement of Hersheypark.
Evening: Enjoy a relaxing evening and dine at The Circular at The Hotel Hershey for a fine dining experience, or visit Devon Seafood + Steak for something more upscale.
