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Make it the Ultimate Experience with a Trolley Tour Enjoy all of our attractions in one convenient bundle, especially when adding Hershey Trolley Works!  The fun and educational tour through town is the best way to see Hershey, and it's offered at an exclusive $5 discount when purchasing as part of a bundle! Learn more about the tour options  

Please note:  The do-it-all Adventure 2 Bundle has replaced our previous Adventure 1 Bundle and features the same attractions, just now with Hershey Trolley Works as an optional (recommended!) upgrade.

Upgrade Your Experience with a Trolley Tour All aboard the Hershey Trolley for a fun and educational tour through town. It's the best way to see Hershey, and it's offered at an exclusive $5 discount per ticket when purchasing as part of a bundle! Learn more about the tour options Tickets are only valid at the Hershey, PA location 

All aboard our NEW train-themed cinematic adventure to colorful candy worlds inspired by favorite Hershey candies! With interactive characters, dazzling special effects and epic projection mapping technology, you'll feel like you're right inside the adventure. Wheelchair Accesible Starting at $19.95 Tickets are only valid at the Hershey, PA location.

Choose your ingredients and design your own wrapper as you enjoy an authentic HERSHEY'S Chocolate factory experience. Everyone entering Create Your Own Candy Bar must purchase a ticket. Wheelchair Accessible. Kosher Certified. Starting at $29.95 Tickets are only valid at the Hershey, PA location.

Unwrap and taste your way through the tale of Hershey's Chocolate with an all new theatrical experience the whole family will enjoy! From the bean to bar and everything in between, this all new attraction is sure to dazzle your taste buds, fill you with laughter and sweeten you with Hershey heartwarming moments.

Wheelchair Accessible Starting at $18.95 Tickets are only valid at the Hershey, PA location

An unforgettable, family-friendly, heartwarming and hilarious show revealing the inspiring story of Milton Hershey's life. Marvel at just how many characters can be squeezed into one show!  

The Original Trolley Show runs weekends in April, and everyday from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Starting at $24.95

Tickets are only valid at the Hershey, PA location.

Performing trolley conductors take center stage and delight their audience with an in-depth and remarkable look at the Hershey of today and years past. Throughout the entire show, you will be tasting the chocolate that made Mr. Hershey famous! Starting at $24.95

During Halloween in Hershey, journey through Hershey with a show that celebrates the joy of being a kid and Mr. & Mrs. Hershey's great love for children. While this adventure is not spooky, it does have lots of tricks and treats! The Trick-or-Treat Trolley Show runs on Saturdays & Sundays and select Fridays starting on September 13th through October 27th.   Starting at $24.95 Tickets are only valid at the Hershey, PA location.

Start the day in a merry way by joining Santa and Mrs. Claus for a warm breakfast buffet!  Package includes a ticket to HERSHEY'S Great Candy Expedition , Santa photo package and gift from Santa, Amazing Candy Machine experience, sing-a-long with Mrs. Claus, photos with the HERSHEY'S Characters, coloring and cookie decorating!

Take home your complete HERSHEY'S CHOCOLATE WORLD souvenir! Your personalized 12-page hardcover souvenir photo book contains 7 photo prints of you on our HERSHEY'S Chocolate Tour ride, 2 keychains, Hershey history, games, digital JPGs, HERSHEY'S recipes and more. Now, for a limited time, includes a free HERSHEY'S acrylic photo frame.

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Feel like a kid again at Hershey’s Chocolate World Pennsylvania! Create your own candy bar; go on a chocolate-tasting journey at Hershey’s Unwrapped interactive show; and ride through town on a Hershey trolley tour. It’s a sweet chocolate adventure for the entire family. Choose from individual Hershey's Chocolate World tickets and money-saving ticket bundles. up to 3.5 hrs 1 or more people

Good To Know

• Parking and admission to Hershey's Chocolate World is free, so you can explore the attraction without an entrance fee.
• Design, assemble, and personalize your own chocolate bar in the "Create Your Own Candy Bar" activity.
• Visit on a weekday if looking to avoid crowds. Saturdays are the busiest days to visit Chocolate World and nearby Hersheypark.
• Check out special trolley shows, specific to each season.
• Receive a complimentary chocolate sample during the chocolate tour.
• Don't forget to pick up some Hershey's chocolates or souvenirs as a tasty reminder of your visit.
• Various dining options are available on site where you can purchase Hershey-themed meals and treats.

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• Hershey's Chocolate Tour: Ride along the sweetest journey on Earth to see how cocoa beans become world-famous Hershey's Chocolate. There is no cost for the tour, including a complimentary sample!
• Create Your Own Candy Bar: Immerse yourself in an authentic Hershey's factory experience. Choose your ingredients and design your own wrapper. You'll create more than just a candy bar – you'll create some unforgettable family memories!
• Hershey's Unwrapped - A Chocolate Tasting Tour: From the bean to bar and everything in between, Hershey's Unwrapped is sure to dazzle your taste buds, fill you with laughter, and sweeten you with Hershey heartwarming moments.
• Hershey Trolley Works: All Aboard for a don't-miss experience full of laughter, song, history and chocolate! Trolley Show Options available.
• Adventure 1: Create Your Own Candy Bar, Hershey’s Unwrapped, Hershey Trolley Works & Hershey’s Great Candy Expedition
• Adventure 2: Create Your Own Candy Bar, Hershey’s Unwrapped & Hershey’s Great Candy Expedition
• Adventure 3: Create Your Own Candy Bar & Hershey’s Great Candy Expedition

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Hershey's Chocolate World is located at Hershey's Chocolate World • 101 Chocolate World Way • Hershey , PA 17033

Frequently Asked Questions about Hershey's Chocolate World

Where is hershey's chocolate world.

Hershey's Chocolate World Pennsylvania is located off Hersheypark Drive at 101 Chocolate World Way, Hershey, PA 17033.

What time does Hershey Chocolate World open?

Hershey's Chocolate World attraction in Hershey, PA, is open year-round. The attraction opens at 9 AM. Closing times vary. Hours are subject to change.

How long should I plan to spend at Hershey's Chocolate World?

Hershey's Chocolate World can take from 30 minutes to an entire day to do all that's available there. Plan for at least 2 to 4 hours to fully enjoy the Hershey's Chocolate Tour, "Create Your Own Candy Bar" experience, shopping, dining, and any additional attractions or entertainment, depending on your interests and crowd size.

What is the best day of the week to visit Hershey's Chocolate World Pennsylvania?

If you have flexibility in your travels plans, please consider visiting on a weekday. Saturdays are typically the busiest days at Hershey's Chocolate World.

How much is parking at Hershey's Chocolate World?

Short-term parking (three-hour limit) is free. There is a daily parking fee of $25 for all-day parking. But, if you book an Adventure 1 "Do-It-All" Bundle that includes all 4 extra activities (4D Chocolate Movie, Create Your Own Candy Bar, Hershey's Unwrapped, and Hershey Trolley Works), you will get free parking all day.

Does Hershey's Chocolate World have a park map?

Yes. Maps are available in the lobby upon arrival.

Does Hershey's Chocolate World have free WiFi?

Free WiFi is available throughout Hershey's Chocolate World. Connect your device to the "HCWguest" network and accept the terms of service to access the network.

Is there a shuttle service available?

Yes, guests who stay at The Official Resorts of Hersheypark may enjoy a complimentary shuttle service to Hershey's Chocolate World every day it's open. The shuttles run approximately every 1/2 hour, depending on traffic.

Does Hershey’s Chocolate World sell adult beverages?

Yes. Hershey’s Chocolate World offers a selection of beer and wine. All guests wishing to purchase alcohol must be 21 years or older and be prepared to show a photo ID. Acceptable IDs include driver’s licenses and passports. Only one drink may be purchased at a time and must be consumed in the Food Hall. They also sell six packs to go. Alcohol service will start at 11:30 am and end one hour before closing. Enjoy responsibly.

What exactly do I need a ticket to enjoy once I’m in the building?

You need a ticket to experience Create Your Own Candy Bar, Hershey's Unwrapped, and Hershey Trolley Works.

Do all guests need a ticket to enter the Create Your Own Candy Bar experience?

All guests who enter Create Your Own Candy Bar experience must purchase a ticket. Children ages 2 and under are free if they are not creating a candy bar. Children ages 8 and under creating a candy bar must be accompanied by an adult who has purchased a ticket.

What are the different trolley tours at Hershey Trolley Works?

Hershey Trolley Works offers a variety of trolley tours throughout the year, including the following: (1) Original Trolley Show - 45 minutes; Memorial Day - Labor Day. (2) Historical Trolley Tour - 75 minutes; offered year-round. (3) Trick or Treat Trolley Tour - 40 minutes; seasonal. (4) Holly Jolly Trolley Show - 40 minutes; seasonal.

Are strollers permitted inside Hershey's Chocolate World?

Strollers are allowed inside the building but must be parked in a designated area to ride the rides. Strollers are available for rent on-site.

Is Hershey's Chocolate World wheelchair accessible?

Hershey’s Chocolate Tour, Chocolate Tasting Experience and Hershey’s Great Candy Expedition are wheelchair accessible. Boarding the Hershey's Chocolate Tour ride requires crossing a moving turntable. Guests in motorized wheelchairs or specialized strollers will need to transfer to a manual wheelchair for the duration of the ride. Guests wishing to experience the Hershey Trolley Works Tour must be able to ascend three steps with the assistance of a Hershey Trolley Works Attendant. Special 'in-car' tours are available for guests who cannot ascend three steps.

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Hershey's Chocolate Factory Tour

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We're sugar-addled enough to admit that enjoying a fake chocolate factory tour is better than lamenting the long-ago loss of an actual factory tour.

Hershey's has been refining its fake chocolate factory tour since it opened in 1973, the same year the real factory tour closed. It's inside Hershey's Chocolate World, a sprawling bazaar of sweet souvenirs and snacks just outside Hershey Park. The tour is free (you can get back in line as many times as you like) and it's on a continuous chain of amusement cars, in the style of a classic World's Fair or Disney ride (think "It's a Small World"). You sit the entire time.

A long ramp leads from Chocolate World to the boarding area, setting the scene along the way with cargo netting, murals, and corrugated tin walls to suggest the commercial docks of a tropical waterfront. Once seated, you're carried through the doors of a barn while a robot puppet bull in overalls leans from the hayloft to tell you of the importance of milk in Hershey's chocolate.

The point is driven home like a chocolate spike in your skull as you round the corner into a simulated barnyard with three sassy, singing, robot puppet cows. Their call-and-response gospel-style song follows you through the rest of the tour:

It's the milk chocolate! (Tasty treat!) Hershey's milk chocolate! (Can't be beat!)

From the barnyard you're immediately propelled into the fake factory. It is what we want a chocolate factory to be -- a cross between reality and Willy Wonka. It's dark, but spot-lit like a vintage tourist cave in rich purples, blues, reds, yellows, and greens. A chatty narrator describes the sorting, cleaning, roasting, milling, grinding, pressing, drying, blending, and refining of the cocoa beans -- and occasionally utters leading lines such as, "Mmmm, mmm! What's that wonderful smell?" Industrial music underscores the action; chocolaty aromas come and go.

The ride carries you past mysterious whirring machinery, endlessly moving conveyor belts, and through a metal tunnel where you feel a brief kiss of personal roasting. Cryptic processes occur in silhouette behind opaque windows; CCTV multi-screens fill in the action with video filmed in a real Hershey's chocolate factory, we guess. Who knows? Flashing strobes and spinning self-destruct-in-30-seconds-style lights add drama, and remind us of countless chase scenes in sci-fi and action films. Is this factory on the moon? Could be; there are no people in it.

The tour ends with a vision of a magical psychedelic America, with Elvis, Dracula, and lots of Hershey's products projected onto the walls. An invisible chorus serenades the tour:

Wherever you go, no matter how far You're always near a Hershey's barrrrr....

The puppet bull reappears to snap your picture and you're disgorged onto the exit ramp. You're left with vague impressions of stuff being mashed together to make chocolate, and that catchy cow song that won't leave your head (People on our tour were clapping along at one point).

You're given a free mini-chocolate-bar as you walk past the Hershey's "Corporate Social Responsibility" bulletin board, with brief mentions of Sustainable Business Practices and Environmental Stewardship and other things that would probably just slow down the factory tour. Then it's back into the maelstrom of Chocolate World, where you can buy a 25-pound crate of peanut butter cups or an XL denim jacket with Hershey's Kisses in rhinestones.

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Hershey’s Chocolate World Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to frequently asked questions about Hershey’s Chocolate World , and other things to do in Hershey, PA to help you plan a magical trip!

Is Hershey’s Chocolate World free to visit?

Yes, you can visit Hershey’s Chocolate World for free.

The “Chocolate Tour” is free, but there are a lot of other activities you can add on that will all cost extra (more on that below) .

Do you have to pay for parking at Hershey’s Chocolate World?

You can park for free at Chocolate World.

However, according to their website, in order to keep the parking lot from filling up, the free parking is limited by time:

1-3 hours-FREE

3-5 hours-$15

5+ hours-$40

But, if you book a bundle with all 4 of the extra activities, you will get free parking.

Buuuut (once again), when we visited in May 2021, there was free parking all day (maybe because they have less visitors right now…?) .

Are Chocolate World and Hershey Park the same thing?

No, Chocolate World and Hershey Park are not the same thing. They are right next to each other though.

Chocolate World is an interactive factory tour experience, cafe and store.

Hershey Park is an amusement park & water park.

A view of some of Hershey Park’s many roller coasters.

Can you walk from Hershey’s Chocolate World to Hershey Park?

Yes, you can walk from Chocolate World to Hershey Park. They are right next to each other and share a parking lot.

How long should I spend at Chocolate World?

That depends on how many extra activities you add.

If you are just coming for the free chocolate tour, you could probably spend up to an hour on the tour and exploring all the shops, depending on how long the line for the tour is.

We did everything except “Hershey’s Unwrapped.” We also ate lunch (and desserts!) and perused the gift shop. We spent a total of 5 hours here.

If you are booking any tours, they all have a specific time slot, so that will help you gauge how long you will spend here.

Can you take pictures at Chocolate World?

Yes, you are welcome to take pictures at Chocolate World.

The lobby as you walk in.

Do you need a ticket for the chocolate tour?

No, you do not need a ticket for the free chocolate tour at Hershey’s Chocolate World.

What other activities are there besides the chocolate tour?

There are five paid activities you can try out at Hershey’s Chocolate World. They are:

Hershey’s Unwrapped

Make Your Own Candy Bar

Hershey Trolley Works

Great Candy Expedition

Reese’s Stuff Your Cup

Are the other activities worth it?

When we visited Hershey’s Chocolate World, they only had three of these extra activities, as well as another activity that no longer exists. I have written reviews of those activities, but I would say the two activities I would definitely recommend are the trolley tour and the make your own candy bar experience.

If you have kids, I think any of the activities would be great. But some (like Hershey’s Unwrapped) is worth skipping if you don’t have kids. Anything that involves making your own candy (so the Reese’s Stuff Your Cup) I would say is worth it!

Hershey’s Unwrapped:

This is the one activity that we did not personally try. It is a theatrical show about chocolate. Based on the online description and our experience with the 4D Chocolate Movie, I would say it’s probably great for families with small kids, but worth skipping otherwise.

Make Your Own Candy Bar:

I definitely think this one was worth it! We got to pick up to 3 different mix-ins, and choose the kind of chocolate we wanted, and whether we wanted sprinkles on top. Then our candy bar was coated in even more chocolate! We got to watch the whole process, and then design a wrapper to go with it. You leave with a good sized candy bar, and a commemorative container to boot!

This was actually my favorite part of our day at Hershey. We got a tour around the town, and the surrounding areas, and learned so much fascinating history about Milton Hershey and his company that made me love Hershey so much more and want to buy more chocolate (that’s how they get you!). I would 100% recommend this tour (plus it came with a whole goody bag of free candy)!

The famous Hershey Kiss street lamps.

My candy bar being coated in chocolate!

What kind of food do they have in the cafe at Chocolate World?

They do serve “real” food at the cafe in Chocolate World (not just chocolate!). However, the options are rather limited. These are the different food sections they had available in the cafe when we visited:

Baked Potato Bar

Mac n Cheese Bar

Beer & Pretzel Bar

I will say that all of these options were pretty pricey, and, to be honest, not that great. Basically, the food is the quality you would expect from a generic tourist attraction cafe.

They do also have a couple “grab and go” stations with “lighter” fare: pre-packaged salads and sandwiches.

They also have several dessert bars:

S’mores Bar

Ice Cream/Milkshake Bar

I would definitely say that the desserts outshine the lunch options (as it should be). I think the milkshakes and the s’mores are your best bet.

Other Things to do in Hershey, PA

Hershey Park:

Milton Hershey built Hershey Park for his employees to relax on their time off—how cool is that? I wish my employer would build me an amusement park…

They have 15 roller coasters, lots of kiddie rides, and a water park!

The Hershey Story Museum:

If you’re interested in learning more about the history of the Hershey Chocolate Company (and chocolate!), check out the Hershey Story Museum on Chocolate Ave.

You can also book a tour through them to High Point Mansion , the beautiful home that Milton and his wife Kitty built together.

Please note, tickets for this tour are very limited!

The Hershey Theater

See a show in the Hershey Theater , the beautiful downtown community center and theater that Milton Hershey had built in 1933 as part of his building campaign during the Great Depression (he was seriously the best boss ever).

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The turkey hill experience:.

If you’re into tours about sugary foods, this is the place to be! The Turkey Hill Experience is a great place to take the kids. They have a lot of interactive games and activities, as well as unlimited ice cream & iced tea samples (because apparently they also make tea…).

You can also make your own ice cream flavor, which you know I’m all about!

Make your own ice cream flavor: Before

Make your own ice cream flavor: After

Visit a Snack Factory:

York County is known as the “Snack Factory Capital of the World!” There are several snack factories offering tours (usually free!) to the public. Here are just a few:

Snyder’s of Hanover -pretzel factory tour

Revonah Pretzel -pretzel factory tour

Martin’s Snacks -potato chip factory tour

Utz -potato chip factory tour

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If you have any other questions about visiting Hershey’s Chocolate World, don’t hesitate to email me or ask in the comments below!

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Are you planning on visiting Hershey Chocolate World? Want to go on the famous Hershey factory tour?  

Awesome! You are in the right spot. Hershey Park chocolate factory is amazing! We recently went to Hershey Chocolate World and loved it! Who doesn’t like chocolate right?!  I’m excited to share with you all of my favorite things to do at Hershey Chocolate World.

In this post, we are going to go over the logistics of visiting Hershey Chocolate World.  From Hershey Chocolate World parking to all of the information for the Hershey factory tour.  This will include the Hershey Chocolate World ticket options, and all the fun things to do at the chocolate factory in Hershey, PA! 

For all you chocolate lovers out there, you are in for a treat! Let’s explore all of the amazing things to do at the chocolate factory in PA!

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Where is Hershey Park Chocolate World?

The Pennsylvania Hershey chocolate factory is located in Hershey, PA.  Hershey, Pennsylvania is a pretty awesome location as it is an easy drive from many eastern states.

Travel Time to Hershey Pennsylvania 

• Baltimore – 1.5 hours
• New York City – Just over 3 hours
• Philadelphia – 2.5 hours
• Washington DC – Under 3 hours 

Hershey Park Chocolate factory is located next to the official Hershey Park.

Hershey Park Chocolate World

There are two Hershey manufacturing plants located in Hershey.  One is where 70 million Hershey Kisses are produced in a day.  There is also a Reece’s plant located nearby.  

There are many plants located all over the world.  In Hershey, PA the Hershey Chocolate Bar, Hershey Kisses, Hershey Chocolate Bars with Almonds, and Hershey Syrup are produced. Reece’s peanut butter cups are produced in Hershey, PA as well in another plant.

Hershey Chocolate Factory Tour

If you want to go on a Hershey chocolate factory tour you will have to settle with the Hershey’s Chocolate World tour.  Don’t worry it is awesome! 

This is where you will get to see how the chocolate is produced and even receive a piece of candy at the end of your Hershey chocolate factory tour!

Admission to Hershey Chocolate World

The Hershey Chocolate tour is free! Yup, you read that right! Hershey Chocolate World is not the Hershey Amusement Park. It is located in the area before you would actually enter the park.  

This area is new and really nice! 

The Hershey Factory tour is a complimentary tour and is not what you would expect a chocolate factory tour to be, it is so much better.  We will get to that later! 

Hershey Chocolate World at Hershey Park Hours

Times vary depending on the season.  Typically during the summer months, the Hershey factory tour will be available from 9:00 am – 9 or 10 pm.  During the spring and fall it will not open until 11:00 am. 

Hershey Factory Tour 

The store and Hershey chocolate factory tour are part of the free experiences at Hershey Chocolate World.  There are some additional experiences that do have a fee.  We will tell you all about them below. 

Hershey Chocolate World Tickets

Hershey Park Chocolate World Paid Experiences

• Create Your Own Candy Bar Experience
• Hershey’s Unwrapped
• Hershey Trolley Works
• Hershey Workshop Kit

Hershey Chocolate World Parking

Hershey Chocolate World parking is nice.  There are two separate Hershey Chocolate World parking lots. One is for the actual amusement park and one is for Hershey Chocolate World. 

Free Hershey Chocolate World Parking

The Hershey Chocolate World parking is free! There is a time limit, you can’t park here and then plan to spend the day at the amusement park.  But both Hershey Chocolate World parking lots are pretty close together.  

How Long Should I Spend at the Hershey Chocolate World Tour?

If you are going to Hershey Chocolate World and only want to do the Hershey Chocolate tour you can be in and out within probably 30-45 minutes. 

Adventure Packages

Most people want to shop and experience an attraction or two.  Hershey Chocolate World has adventure packages that range from 2-3 hours.  This will include creating your own chocolate bar and a trolley tour around town.  

One thing that is nice is Hershey Chocolate World opens before Hershey Park.  You can plan to check it out and then enter the park. 

What is the Difference between Hershey Park and Hershey Chocolate World

Hershey Park is a legit amusement park with lots of roller coasters and it even has a water park and zoo area.  

Hershey Chocolate World is a store with a free Hershey chocolate ride inside.  This ride is the Hershey factory tour. There are some experiences, but it is basically a cool store.  

I wouldn’t necessarily plan the Hershey factor tour on the same day as you visit the amusement park.  Hershey Park is huge and could easily fill two full days! 

What to Do at Hershey Chocolate World

Visiting Hershey Chocolate World is a great idea.  There are some fun things to do at Hershey Chocolate World.  The most exciting is the Hershey factory tour.  

Let’s explore a little more of what to do at the Hershey park factory.  I am going to list out the best things to do at the Hershey chocolate factory in Hershey PA. 

1. Hershey Chocolate Tour

The Hershey chocolate tour will be the highlight of your Hershey Chocolate World experience.

Basically, Hershey has created a Hershey chocolate ride where you hop in a cocoa bean and learn how the chocolate is made through an interactive ride experience.  

Lines for the Hershey Chocolate Factory Tour

The line tends to be long.  But don’t worry it feels like you are constantly moving.  I would plan to wait 15-30 minutes on busier days.  

What is the Chocolate Factory Tour Like?

You will begin at the farm and end with the production of chocolate.  There are lots of fun facts along the way.  At the end of the tour, you will get some delicious candy! 

The tour is seriously well done and fun for all ages! Touring Hershey chocolate factory is a highlight and a must when you visit Hershey Park. 

2. Shopping at Hershey Park Chocolate World Hershey PA

I don’t know about you, but I love themed stores! Hershey Chocolate World has every Hershey chocolate souvenir or candy you could ever hope for.  

Hershey Chocolate Park Products

The number one thing to buy is candy.  I know what you are thinking, you can get that anywhere.  But Hershey claims to have the freshest candy at the Hershey store in Hershey PA.  So maybe it is worth it?!

There are also lots of options to fill a cup or other souvenir collectibles with candy.  you can also get shirts, sweatshirts, stuffed animals, or even Hershey-themed board games.  

There are lots of fun things to shop around for at Hershey Chocolate World!   It is really fun to walk around Hershey Park Chocolate World and look at all of the merchandise!  

3. Create Your Own Candy Bar

Price: $28.95

Thirty dollars for a candy bar seems a little expensive to me but how often are you going to be in a location that allows you to design your very own candy bar from start to finish? 

Hershey Factory Tour Candy Bar Experience

You will become a professional Hershey factory tour worker and put on a lab coat and hairnet.  You will then be able to pick your flavor of chocolate.(White, Milk, or Dark)  Then you can add 3 ingredients.  

You will get to watch as it rolls along a conveyer belt.  As The Chocolate hardens you can design your wrapper.

4. Hershey's Unwrapped

Price: $17.95

The Hershey Unwrapped experience is a great way to test all of your senses including taste which is what you will be most excited about during this interactive show. 

You will be given a chocolate-tasting kit, basically a box of candy!  There will be certain times during the show when you will be asked to taste certain pieces. 

This experience is a live-action show. This show has received rewards for the quality of the production. It is the perfect activity for families because even young children will enjoy this experience. 

5. Hershey Trolley Works

Price: $18.95

The trolley tour is 75+ minutes. It is a tour around the city of Hershey PA. You will want to purchase your tickets inside the Hershey Chocolate World.

This tour is a historical interactive experience.  Live actors sing and talk about the history of Milton Hershey.  I didn’t get a chance to go on it but TripAdvisor  reviews are outstanding. 

You will get to see historical sites.

Themed Trolleys

During the Christmas season there are two theme trolleys.  The Holly Jolly Trolley has Christmas caroling and magical moments. The Sweet Lights Trolley is a way to view the Christmas lights with a little Hershey chocolate flair. 

The trolley tour is perfect on a day you are not going to Hershey Park. 

6. Hershey Chocolate World Food Court

Touring Hershey Chocolate World will lead you to the food court. I am just going to say it! Get a milkshake! Hershey Chocolate World is known for its milkshakes.  There are classic flavors as well as special flavors.  They are so yummy! The line will probably be long so get ready to wait! 

More than Sweets at Hershey Chocolate World

If you feel like you need something more filling than dessert, don’t worry the food hall at Hershey Chocolate World has pizza, pretzels, soup, and salads.  But you still might want to save room for dessert! 

7. Hershey's Chocolate World Bakery

Hershey bakery will call your name and you might as well answer.  All of the baked items have a Hershey’s twist. I highly recommend a stuffed cookie sandwich.  Yum ! 

One of my favorite things to do on vacation is hit the best bakeries.  I love picking up delicious cupcakes filled with cream decorated to perfection! After you finish the Hershey factory tour make sure to head to the bakery! 

8. Meet the Characters

Taking pictures with chocolate bars needs to be added to your list of things to do at Hershey Chocolate World! The characters are inside Hershey chocolate factory.

Meet and Greet at Hershey Chocolate Factory Tour

Your little kids will love it! These “characters” will wave and want you to come to take a picture with them.  We saw a Hershey Chocolate Bar and a kiss. There is also a Reese’s peanut butter cup character.

These characters usually say hi only during the weekend but in the summer they will greet you as you being your Hershey factory tour most days of the week. 

9. Hershey Park Chocolate Factory Photo Op

All around the store are picture-perfect photo opps.  You can seriously get some great Instagram-worthy shots in this store! 

If you want a free thing to do at Hershey Chocolate World, just walk around a take picture! 

Seasonal Photos at Hershey Chocolate World

• Picture with Santa
• Picture with the Easter Bunny

10. Hershey Factory Tour Hands-on Workshop

Price: $14.95

One of the coolest things for families to do at Hershey Chocolate World is the hands-on family workshops. 

One of the most popular workshops is decorating a huge Hershey Kiss! There are other workshops offered seasonally. During Easter, there is a kit available that comes with cookies from the bakery that you can decorate.  You can decorate these kits in the store or take them home.  

Are you Ready to Visit and Go on a Hershey Chocolate Tour?

Hopefully, this has given you a few ideas of all the fun things to do a Hershey Chocolate World.  I highly recommend the Hershey chocolate tour and enjoying some delicious Hershey chocolate.

Hershey Park Chocolate World is worth a visit! 

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What a fun and unique destination idea! Everyone in my family loves chocolate so this would be great to visit. We’ve never been!

It is a great place for a family vacation.

I haven’t been to Hershey Park since my girls were young. I can almost smell the chocolate!

I love the smell of chocolate!

I have never been but my daughter (major sweet tooth lol) has been begging to go since she was little. I may just have to take her before she graduates high school! What a fun and delicious destination the amazing Hershey Park Chocolate World looks to be!

It is pretty cool! There is also an amusement park next store.

I’ve wanted to visit Hershey Park Chocolate World for years. It’s a 6-hour drive for me. I would love shopping all the chocolate products!

It is worth the trip!

We enjoy going on factory tours. Visiting the Hershey Park Chocolate World would be delicious. LOL I love that huge KitKat.

They have gigantic candy bars!

Wow, it looks like a fun day out at the Hershey Park Chocolate World. I’d find it hard to make a decision about what to buy with so many choices.

I know I love all the Hershey products!

Love the hersheys factory! We did one for M&Ms and it was so much fun!

That does sound fun!

I’m a huge chocolate lover. So, I can see myself getting in trouble at the Hershey Chocolate World! LOL! It looks like such a fun visit though. I love that it’s free. And making your own chocolate bar from start to finish sounds way cool!

It is a cool place to visit!

I would love to visit Hershey Chocolate World and go on the Hershey factory tour. Great guide with fabulous tips on what to expect.

Thanks! It is a fun place to visit!

I would LOVE to tour Hershey Chocolate World! I eat chocolate sparingly and mostly dark chocolate. I’m always fascinated though by the process in making things.

We didn’t buy anything, it is pretty expensive!!! But we loved exploring and learning how to make it!

Hershey Park Chocolate World sounds like a great place to visit. We will place this on our potential places to explore. Thank you for sharing.

You would love it!

How fun!! I enjoyed reading this post- it took me down memory lane 🙂 My husband and I visited the Hershey Chocolate Factory a few years ago and had so much fun! We have some friends that live in PA and we enjoy exploring with them.

That sounds like so much fun!

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Hershey Trolley Works

Take a ride through the town of Hershey on one of our trolley tours for a live show packed with fun facts, laughter, history and chocolate samples!

Watch as the inspiring story of Milton Hershey and his HERSHEY'S Chocolate unfolds, between the historic landmarks just outside your window and the charismatic conductors sharing incredible-but-true stories!

Ages 3+: from $24.95 Ages 2 & under: FREE

Preview tour options below. Enter the queue at least 10 minutes prior to showtime.

  45-75 MINS

HISTORICAL TROLLEY TOUR

Original trolley show, trick-or-treat trolley.

• HOLIDAY TROLLEYS
• Daily; 75 minutes
• Join your conductor on an in-depth sightseeing and chocolate-tasting journey throughout Hershey of today and years past. As you learn about the life of Milton Hershey, you'll visit all the historical sites in the town he created, from his birthplace and the original HERSHEY’S Chocolate factory to the famous HERSHEY’S KISSES streetlights and his historic home, Highpoint Mansion. And during your ride, sample the flavors that made Mr. Hershey famous too!
• Memorial Day – Labor Day
• Daily, 45 minutes
• This funny, family-friendly show-on-wheels brings the story of Milton Hershey to life as it journeys past the main sites of his town. Meet the important people in Mr. Hershey’s life, spreading laughter as they hop on and off the trolley. Share their chocolate, join them in song and marvel at just how many characters can be squeezed into one show!
• Select dates, September - October
• A seasonal variation of the Original Trolley Show, this special Halloween-themed tour is not scary, but does have lots of tricks and treats! Interact with the characters during a ride through town visiting the sites that tell the story of Mr. and Mrs. Hershey’s great love for children and its inspiration for the Milton Hershey School.

HOLLY JOLLY TROLLEY

• Select dates, November - December
• A joyous family tradition, this seasonal variation of the Original Trolley Show is completely Christmas themed. Enjoy caroling, heartwarming stories from the life of Mr. Hershey, and a visit from a certain jolly old elf! Magical moments fill the trolley as he recognizes children in the audience from his “nice list” and offers a gift to one and all.

SWEET LIGHTS TROLLEY

• 50-60 minutes in light traffic, 90-100 minutes Saturday evenings
• Sit back and relax on this journey through Hershey Sweet Lights, the drive-through holiday spectacular presented by HERSHEYPARK. Leave your car (and extra wait time) behind as we enter through our exclusive private entrance. Then, admire the lights while your host shares caroling and HERSHEY’S Chocolate to get everyone in the Christmas spirit.

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Happenings at HERSHEY’S CHOCOLATE WORLD

Create new memories with your favorite HERSHEY'S Characters!

Visit the oasis inside our store to find the cacao pods that produce our famous HERSHEY'S Chocolate. Lots of fun facts, too!

Make your own REESE'S and HERSHEY'S creations, candy mixes, personalized wrappers and more.

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Explore HERSHEY'S CHOCOLATE WORLD

Plan your chocolate-filled day with our interactive tour and attraction map.

Frequently Asked Questions

Depending on the severity of the allergy, most guests are able to experience all of our attractions, including HERSHEY’S Chocolate Tour, HERSHEY’S Unwrapped, Create Your Own Candy Bar, HERSHEY'S Great Candy Expedition and Hershey Trolley Works. However, people allergic to peanuts, tree nuts, milk, soy, and/or wheat should NOT consume the products or samples given out at the attractions. Most attractions have alternative products available for guests with these allergies. See ingredients for HERSHEY'S Unwrapped , Create Your Own Candy Bar , HERSHEY'S Great Candy Expedition and REESE'S Stuff Your Cup .  Please talk with our Central Ticketing staff or call 717- 534-4900 when purchasing tickets to determine the available options.

Guests wishing to experience the Hershey Trolley Works Tour must be able to ascend three steps with the assistance of a Hershey Trolley Works Attendant. Special 'in-car' tours are available for those guests that are unable to ascend three steps. Please call 717-534-4900 with questions.

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