I have been coming to Knoebel's almost every summer since 1979. I have watched it change and grow,…read morebut what's remarkable is how much it has stayed true to itself. It is still family owned. It still feels personal. It still feels like the kind of place built for joy rather than spreadsheets. Knoebel's has one of the most unique setups of any amusement park in the country. There is no admission fee. None. You pay only for what you want to ride, or you can get an all-day wristband on weekdays. Parking is free too. You can bring in your own food and non-alcoholic drinks without any hassle. The food they sell is good and affordable, and the variety is incredible. This is not frozen burger-and-fries territory. Knoebel's regularly wins the Golden Ticket Award for Best Food, beating out giant, big-budget parks from across the nation. And it is not just the food that gets recognition. The Phoenix, a masterpiece of a wooden roller coaster rebuilt from the bones of a coaster in Texas, has been named the Best Wooden Coaster in the world more than once. The Haunted Mansion is consistently ranked among the best dark rides anywhere. These rides are not nostalgia pieces coasting on reputation. They are legitimately great. Add in the one-of-a-kind Flying Turns, the steel thrill of Impulse, the twisting chaos of Twister, and the wonderfully unpredictable Flyer, and you have a lineup that would stand out even in parks five times the size. The park's setting is part of its magic. It is nestled in the mountains, shaded by towering trees. On hot days, the shade makes all the difference. The paths wind like a midway at a state fair, and in fact, that is what Knoebel's most closely resembles: a permanent state fair where you are not constantly being wrung for every dollar. It is relaxed, welcoming, and wonderfully unpolished in the right ways. It is dog friendly, which means you can bring the whole family, four-legged members included. For those who want to stay overnight, there is an on-site campground with everything from tent sites to cabins, as well as the Crystal Pool for swimming on hot summer afternoons. Knoebel's has been part of my life for over four decades, and it remains my favorite amusement park in the world. I love being able to watch my sons create memories on some of the same rides I loved at their age while exploring new additions together. It is proof that you can grow and improve without losing your heart. Every year I leave with the same thought: I cannot wait to come back.

What can be said that has not already been said before…read more This is a very quaint family owned amusement park nestled down in the woods, which makes for an amazing backdrop to view and it's really nice is there are plenty of trees throughout the park so if it is one of those 90° days you'll find relief under a shade tree somewhere in the park . We went there for the first of their Halloween nights and it was decorated really nice. I was impressed and we had our granddaughter with us so we spent a lot of time in the children's area for the rides and we were able to get her in on a few big people rides, which was very nice. We did want to go on the haunted train, but it was closed, which was kind of strange They do have plenty of food selections and it seems their prices are just a little bit on high side for what they offer and what portion you get so I would walk around and take a look and see what you really really want and the pricing but the food that we had was freshly prepared. It was good worth the money no The lines were not that long at times we were able to go on the rides pretty much when we walked up to them until it started to get more in the evening and the rides got a little bit longer lines, but it move very fast. The rides are in great shape. They're very well lit very very nice looking Parking on the other hand, we forgot where we parked and it took us a lot to find our vehicle so make sure when you park you look at the road number for which we failed to do It's a really nice ride at this time of year out of Harrisburg to go up there. Plenty of open highway traffic moved well getting off the highway and going down the back roads to the park. We had no problems whatsoever. Note there is a Starbucks there that it's not an actual true Starbucks you need to put your own cream and sugar and other items in your drink so just be aware of that We highly recommend us amusement park and we look forward to many more visits over the next coming years

I was able to enjoy Cherry Crest Adventure Farms on the perfect fall day, and I'll be making a trip…read morehere an annual tradition. We spent hours at the farm, and could have stayed even longer. My kids loved everything from the large corn maze to the swings to the games to the playground equipment to the large sandbox filled with corn. My kids were 4 and 6 during our visit, but the farm can easily accommodate older or younger. Two notes; 1. The bathrooms in the back of the farm are new & super clean. 2. Don't feel pressure to purchase the add ones (apple chucking and paintball) - those sections are towards the back of the farm and easily avoidable. There was a variety of food options - a few standard theme park options along with specialty options like homemade ice cream.

Such a fun farm to take your family. I've been coming here…read moresince my daughter was about 4 years old- she's 14 now. Everyone we come, it does not disappoint. It's such a great time. Buy tickets online- tickets are cheaper. If you go during the week- it's cheaper too! They also have 50% off for active military and veterans, which is a great deal! They have all kinds of games, tug of war ropes, a play area/little town for younger kids, pig races. Some nights they have fireworks or bands. If you come- the corn maze is a must! All types of food vendors like burgers, fries, chicken fingers, ice cream and apple cider donuts. You can spend hours here and not get bored. They also have for pit and picnic table areas you can rent out and they provide logs and sticks so you can roast marshmallows or hotdogs. Definitely recommend this farm.

Good times, Love coming to the 21+ After Darks for good adult fun. Plus I'm a sucker for laser tag.read more

We love this place year round! We have a 4 & 5 year old so there is plenty for them to do in the…read morearcade and laser tag inside during those cold or rainy days. Then we love the mini golf & updated rides now that the weather has warmed up. I love that they serve local beers also, so my husband and I can have a drink, order some really good BBQ at their restaurant & let the kids play for hours. I also noticed they keep it very clean, which is something I like to look out for with young kids. We wish there were more places like this in the area!

The rooms are recently remodeled so up to date and clean. However, both our room and our son's had…read morean issue with the shade. There is a large bead on the chain to close it and it was caught inside the top. After a struggle it released. The rainy day and early season meant no outside swimming or amusement park. The inside pool is small and a lifeguard always on duty, 9:30-9:30. Hot tub is small - sits 6. It's not great. I couldn't see controls anywhere so jets aren't strong. A small baby pool is great for the little ones. It says 1.5 ft deep but more like a foot. The bigger kids really enjoyed the big pool. Dinner at Penleys was ok. The Cobb salad great and chicken nuggets and fries typical. Our son got the brats. He enjoyed them but we both thought the gravy wasn't needed. I would have liked some cooked marks on them. Mac and cheese looked good The only option for breakfast was the buffet. The only gf/df choices were scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, fruit and granola. Oatmeal with topping choices would have been welcomed. Pancakes and waffles were precooked Staff is friendly and accommodating.

Winter Wonderland in Dutch Wonderland…read more Location: 2249 Lincoln Hwy E, Lancaster, PA 17602 Hours : Dec. 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 - 23, 26 - 30 -- 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM Dec. 5, 12, & 19 -- 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM Dec. 31 -- 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM Restrooms : located throughout the park, all are strollers and wheelchairs accessible Accessibility : most of the path are strollers and wheelchair accessible, except some short routes in the explorer island. Parking : parking fee for certain parking spots ℹ : dutchwonderland.com It's the most wonderful seasons to enjoy this amusement park! Some rides are not running due to cold weather, but most of the rides still give enjoyable moments for visitors. The whole park are decorated with lights, each of the rides lit with different colors of lights, the Illumination Lane, a river side walking trails are decorated with tunnels of lights. Riding the train that runs through the whole park to enjoy the bright lights. Or walk to the Adventure island at the back, ride on the driving car rides to drive around the island. Don't miss The Merlin's Magical Forest light shows in dinosaur park while in the island. The Winter Wonderland offers so many shows programs, like: taking pictures with Santa in Santa's Jolly Lodge! Hilarious Magic show of Sam Sandler in Storytime Corner, Big Boy Brass twist brighten up with live music with Dutch WonderBand! A Chris-Mouse Carol in Celebration Theatre. Don't miss the Duke's Blizzard Bash at Market Square. Also, they have the miniature train tracks in the main dining building, Meal Stream Eatery. Check out the show times from the website for more details information. Visiting Dutch Wonderland Winter Wonderland will be an unforgettable memorable holiday experience, and getting a season pass will repeat those experiences throughout the Holidays. #DutchWinterWonderland #WinterWonderlandDW #dutchwonderland #preservefootprints

This was the first time I've been to city island in over 30 years. It's a really cool spot now…read morewith the baseball stadium, the train ride, the Pride of the Susquehanna riverboat Cruise, and there's even a miniature golf place on the way out. We have a burger and hotdog at the little cafe which was just ok. They have handicap parking right next to the Senators ballpark. On the way back to the car really cool dude gave my dad a free bike cart ride since he was walking with a cane.

Interesting little train ride on City Island…read more The Price is still $3.00 for adults and $2.00 for children and you get a nice ride around the perimeter of the Island giving you a good view of the Susquehanna and of the activities on the Island.

Closed until late summer 2025: sad, so much revenue opportunities being missed. But, I am sure…read moreonce it opens back up, it will be a fun place for families to hang out.

This place isn't even open. Tried to go yesterday it was deserted ‍ very upset because google said…read moreit was open.

Great park and great rides! Been going here for years! Plan on going here for years to come!read more

This was my first time at Hershey Park. I really enjoyed my visit. Wow what a walk. Got in nearly…read more12,000 steps. We love amusement parks. I'm not a roller coaster rider but I do get on rides. I get on mellow rides lol. We probably got on at least six non roller coaster rides that were very enjoyable. Also saw a seal show. That was quite entertaining. It also wasn't rushed. Probably lasted at least 30-40 minutes. Oh and the price also includes the zoo. We were here during the springtime. I would love to come back during the summer to explore some of the other activities available such as the water park and other options. This really was fun and we also paid for one meal plan. It included one main course, one side and a fountain drink or bottle of water for $19.99. All tickets were pre-purchased online. One recommendation. Pre-purchase your parking online as well. We didn't do that and we went for upclose parking. It was pretty expensive. $60 to be exact. We could have saved if we had purchased it online. So we know the next time. General parking was $35 and they had a trolley to take you to the park. So the choice is yours. I would definitely return again. Can't wait!!!

Staff was friendly and helpful!…read more There's something really special about a place that can take you straight back in time--and this roller skating rink does exactly that. The moment you walk in, it feels like stepping into the early 90s all over again. The music, the lights, the energy... it's pure nostalgia in the best way. From the classic skate rentals to the upbeat throwback jams, everything about this place reminds me of being a kid--laughing with friends, trying not to fall, and racing around the rink without a care in the world. The atmosphere is fun, welcoming, and full of life, just like it used to be. It's clean, well-run, and perfect for families, date nights, or just reliving those carefree days. Whether you grew up skating or you're new to it, this rink brings that timeless joy that never really goes away. Highly recommend if you're looking for a fun night out and a little trip down memory lane.

I have bauer skates, been skating for years. Been too multiple skating rinks in PA/MD/NY/NJ and…read morenever had an issue getting in with my family and I get rejected from there skate check at the door because I dont have stoppers, my wife had black stoppers. Let's be honest most are falling down scraping your floor with the boot of the rental skates which are black hard plastic making marks. I go skating every weekend at the Gretna roller rink and wanted to try something new on a Wednesday before the weekend when I skate at Gretna. I guess you won't get our business.

We were in the general eastern PA area for a nice long vacation and I'll say another nearby unnamed…read moreamusement park experience was NIGHT AND DAY between what we experienced there vs. Dorney. Dorney is gorgeous in many areas and has kept much of its charm as a trolley park of 100 years ago. I've been going here for decades but also hadn't been back for a long long time. I remember Hercules in the 90's so that's my frame of reference. The staff was friendly and helpful, the park was super clean the two times we visited and all rides were working except maybe one. We got one meal pass for the day and everything we got with that was excellent besides the undercooked Chickie's & Pete's crab fries. The chicken tenders here are some of the best I've ever had inside an amusement park, absolutely gigantic and golden perfection. The mac n cheese was a hit with the littles crowd. My kids absolutely loved everything about the Snoopy area, this is probably one of the best kiddie area's I've ever seen at least on the east coast amusement park scene. Our favorite rides were Iron Menance, the old school whip and the Thunder Creek Mountain. But really, even the coasters approaching or already 20+ years old were as smooth as could be and didn't cause any headaches due to the smashing against the headrests. The deal on a gold pass good through 2026 was just too good to pass up so we even went back a second day! They have already paid for themselves after getting two free days of parking and two days of admission. We are so excited about the merger of SF & CF because of the amount of parks they now allow you access to. Six Flags New England is our home park and will be going several times to end 2025 and are already making plans to return to Dorney at some point in 2026. I hope they never get away from their Cedar Fair roots and join the darkside of what can be experienced at the lower level Six Flags parks. This is still a gem of the area when compared to its peers like Six Flags Great Adventure and Great Escape that are within driving distance. Good on you Dorney, for keeping this place exactly as it should be all of these years. Just the right size for the area and even on some hot days, never felt TOO crowded.

Absolutely horrible customer service and not ADA friendly at all. All they care about is…read moremaximizing profit at any expense.

Love Haunted Houses and this makes my 4th this year. We drove from Delaware & were so…read moredisappointed. This place set a higher expectation from the videos online & totally underwhelmed us. There was so much potential there. The actors literally broke character on several occasions and weren't even trying to be scary. The haunted houses were just dark hallways, limited actors & older animotronics. There was literally no one even trying to scare guests. It was beyond disappointing. They were sending large groups thru and it made it difficult when you only have a few actors working the line. The quality of the actors wasn't there. It seemed like they were disinterested in working and just there to do the hours for the paycheck. The ones in the hayride literally just walked onto the wagons , did a few boos and left, There weren't really any scares. You knew when they were coming!! It was a little unnerving that no bags were being checked or no metal detectors. This should have been done especially with the events that take place in today's world. When there's that many people it's best to be safe.

I am an actor at Jason's Woods. And it is the best job I could ever ask for! The owners and actors…read morework very hard to put this place together for the public, and to give them an epic experience. I used to go to this place when I was younger, and loved it every time. If you are looking for a fun, thrilling thing to do with your friends or family, Jason's Woods is the route to go!