This was my first time at Hershey Park. I really enjoyed my visit. Wow what a walk. Got in nearly 12,000 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!!! read more

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First and foremost, for HersheyPark and ANY amusement park you go to, check the website for hours before you plan your trip, and again the night before or morning of. Hours change, but not too often. Weather affects hours sometimes, and can definitely affect what rides will be open. Not everything is going to be open all of the time. Check what rides will be open in the season you're coming to avoid disappointment. (And again, this is for literally any theme park/amusement park.) Also, for anything like this, the website is your friend... Read the FAQs. Buy your tickets as soon as you've decided that you will be going this year, they will be cheaper the earlier you get them. Check the season passes, figure out how many days you'd need to go to make it worth it. Maybe just one person in the group should get it, remember *MOST* passes come with parking, so that's a big value right there, not to mention discounts on food and merch. There are also "bring a friend" days, which if that happens to fall on your visit, even better! HersheypPark has some amazing rides. Amazing coasters. Great flat rides. Most important tips: 1. DO NOT just show up and buy tickets the day of, this is always going to be the most expensive way. Buy as far in advance as you can, and look into passes. 2. Check the weather. A. If it's high winds Candy doesn't run. Some things close in the rain, most things close if there is thunder anywhere close. If it's below 40 f the coasters aren't going to run. If it's below 32 f the drop towers don't run. Anything else you'll have to check, I know these from experience. B. Dress appropriately. Bring extra socks if there's a chance of rain, bring a poncho, bring layers if you're coming in cooler months. 3. Drink a lot of water. Any place that has a soda fountain will give you a cup of ice water if you ask. 4. Wear comfortable, worn in shoes. 5. Have fun! Stuff happens sometimes. Try to go with the flow and enjoy yourself even when things aren't perfect. 6. Be nice to the staff. When things go wrong, it's not their fault, they just work there. Treat others how you want to be treated, or even better, treat employees as you would want your child/spouse/loved ones to be treated. 7. Leave the back row open for me and my husband 8. Almost forgot...there's a waterpark within the park. It doesn't cost anything extra, so when the weather is hot hot hot, you can go cool off! (Bring a change of clothes, bathing suit, water shoes, towel) 9. Sunblock. Do it. Reapply often. read more

Hershey park is worth the road trip to PA! I feel like it's such a magical and cute place that is entertaining for the whole family no matter how you enjoy parks! I also appreciated how well maintained & clean it was! The Turkey Hill ice cream that they serve here is so yummy & it's not a small serving either! Also enjoyed a delicious BBQ sandwich with some crunchy fries! They have cute little chocolate mascots roaming the park! I loved the wooden coaster & the Ferris Wheel! There's even a little zoo inside the park. I visited in late spring & it felt too cold to visit the water park so I can't speak to that side of the park! Will definitely visit this park again! read more

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Could be a great park but the layout is terrible and food prices are outrageous. Family of four and we spent $73 at Chick-fil-A on one meal for each of us as they do not offer kids meals. Do not go on a Saturday as it's unbearably crowded. Ride workers had no pep in their step and took forever turning over rides. We waited 30 minutes for a kids mini Himalayan ride and the line wasn't even long. The lazy river wait was about an hour. The wave pool was shoulder to shoulder with people with absolutely no where to sit or even put your stuff down unless you got there the minute it opened. The locker room was a whole other nightmare. You can get barely get to your locker half the time bc there are sooo many people and many who take way too long at their locker doing all the things. I was happy we at least had discounted tickets or I would have been so upset if we paid full price. read more

Love Hershey Park! Plenty of rides, foods, shopping, and games! Come prepared for fun! Do you love roller coasters or are you more of an arcade person? HP got both covered. The local park that is a must visit! Don't forget to stop at Hershey World before coming to the park! read more

To my knowledge there's no other Chocolate related Theme Park anywhere else as awesome as Hershey Park is, where the good times are as abundant as the Dentist visits you'll need when you return home, Lol. [Just kidding] tell the kids to brush their teeth and you should be fine. Traditionally the annual Halloween Season at the park offers hair raising thrills and blood curdling frights in their one-of-a-kind immersive haunted experience which runs for eight weeks from September 12th to November 2nd. This is probably one of the best times to plan a trip here in my humble opinion. Anyway, you know you're somewhere special when the entire town is named after this super famous brand of Chocolate. It's fun, it's flavorful, it's Hershey baby!! Where Fun and Chocolate Shake Hands!! read more

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I am not a chocolate fan whatsoever. Luckily, my displeasure for chocolate does not carry over to chocolate and candy themed rides. Hershey has the cute little kid rides as well as a decent selection of more intense roller coasters. I appreciate the variety as my stomach does not do well with too many coasters normally yet I'm able to enjoy most of this park. There are plenty of other games to explore. There are more food options than just candy and chocolate. It is fairly easy to navigate. Finally, admission includes access to ZooAmerica if you need a ride break. Overall, I find Hersheypark to be a good value in the theme park world and would recommend a visit! read more

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I visited Hersheypark three different times this year summer, Hersheypark in the Dark, and Christmas Candylane and getting to experience the park in all three seasons gave me a genuinely well-rounded perspective. If you're trying to decide when to go, what to expect, or whether the season passes are worth it, here's the real scoop. Summer at Hersheypark Summer at Hersheypark is classic: bright flowers, tons of ride options, and that unmistakable amusement-park energy. Surprisingly, on the day we went in August, crowds weren't overwhelming. Ride wait times were totally manageable, and the park felt clean, organized, and well-staffed which isn't always the case at large theme parks. Hersheypark in the Dark (Fall / Halloween Season) This was honestly one of my favorite visits. The Halloween decorations were great, it wasn't overcrowded at all, and the weather made it perfect for walking around. We went on (what I believe was) opening night and barely waited for anything. If you hate shoulder-to-shoulder park days, this is the sweet spot. Christmas Candylane / Winter Visit We stopped by after brunch just to enjoy the Christmas atmosphere and walk off the food. Even though the parking lot looked packed, the park itself didn't feel crowded. No major wait times from what we saw. It was in the 30s outside but still totally doable. The decorations are cozy and festive, and even if you don't ride anything, it's worth exploring. What You Should Know Before You Go Here's the honest, practical summary I wish more reviews offered: * Season passes (King Size Pass) are worth it. Free parking + discounts + year-round access. Major savings. * Food is pricey...this is definitely a "bring extra cash or pack a cooler" kind of park. * Choose your day wisely, off-peak days make the entire experience dramatically better. * The park is clean, well-maintained but it's massive. * Ride wait times vary hugely by season summer weekends = long waits, fall + winter weekdays = bliss. Final Verdict After three visits in three different seasons, Hersheypark continues to be a fun, family-friendly, couple-friendly, and tourist-friendly park. If you plan your timing right, avoid peak Saturdays, and take advantage of the season pass perks, it's absolutely worth coming back throughout the year. Whether you're here for roller coasters, food, holiday events, or just wandering around with a hot chocolate, Hersheypark delivers without the nightmare-level crowds you see at other major parks. Highly recommend visiting on off-peak days and sampling multiple seasons if you can. read more

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So, here's the scoop: in 2025, Hersheypark's Dark Nights ran Friday through Sunday, and every ticket included all haunted houses, rides, and coasters. A 1-day Halloween ticket ran a whopping $54.99, but we saved a few bucks with the After Dark tickets for $45.99 each. We went on a Friday night the week before Halloween -- spooky season perfection, right? Well... kinda. Let's start with the sticker shock. What I didn't realize when buying those $45.99 tickets (for two people, so just shy of $100) was that parking isn't included. On Hersheypark's own property. The parking attendant hit us with a $35 charge, and I'm not exaggerating when I say I nearly had a full-blown stroke handing over my credit card. I guess nothing says "boo" quite like surprise fees. Once inside, we were met with big crowds (expected), but not nearly enough Halloween flair (unexpected). Yes, there were hay bales and pumpkins sprinkled throughout, but the park felt like it gave up on the spooky ambiance once the sun went down -- barely any themed lighting in most areas. The same could be said for the maps. Only about half of the wayfinding maps had been updated for the Halloween event, so we spent a lot of time squinting at general Hersheypark maps, trying to figure out where the haunted houses actually were. (Spoiler: not easy in the dark.) We did manage to stumble into all four Scare Zones, where park staff in creepy costumes jumped out from behind bushes, slid across the ground toward you, and generally made it their mission to test your reflexes. It was fun, chaotic, and good for a few laughs and screams. We also found two of the five haunted houses -- Twisted Carnevil and Haunted Coal Mine -- and both were well done, with Haunted Coal Mine taking the gold medal for atmosphere and creativity. As for the other three houses... we assume they existed somewhere in the darkness, but we sure didn't find them. Toward the end of the night, we hopped on The Comet -- a childhood favorite -- and it was just as nostalgic and rickety (in the best way) as ever. That ride never disappoints. Next up: Treatville, the trick-or-treat trail. Kids were handed candy bags at the entrance, but adults? Not so much. I love candy and Halloween fun as much as the next person (and at $45.99 a ticket, I'll happily take some Reese's for my efforts), so I joined in anyway. Some workers laughed and handed me candy; others rolled their eyes like I was single-handedly depleting Hershey's inventory. Lighten up, folks -- it's Halloween, not a corporate inventory audit. The trail itself was cute, with photo ops and themed décor, but the "adults-optional candy" vibe was a bit of a bummer. Before we left, we stopped at Berks Dogs of Doom for a sweet treat -- the Red Velvet Cookies & Scream brownies and a Dragon Fruit Lemonade (complete with a little plastic syringe of dragon fruit nectar to inject into your drink). It was $22.23 for the two items -- steep, but actually pretty tasty and a fun way to end the night. Overall? We had a good time for a few hours, took in the atmosphere, and got our Halloween fix. But will we be back next year to drop another $150 on tickets, parking, and snacks? Nope. Once was enough. Fun to experience? Absolutely. Worth the price tag? No thanks. Next year, I'll save the $150, buy a bag of Reese's, turn off the lights, and let my own dark night begin! read more

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We went here once and never again Something must be I. The water in PA -- where all the teenagers that work at the park are useless and dumb. I mean really dumb. The kids working the parking lot couldn't give directions, the food lines were an hour plus-- how hard is it to flip burgers? The overall attitude of any of the employees was I dint know or I don't care-- and thru have the Gaul to unionize-- they are lucky to have jobs that they do not do well. Some of the bigger roller coaster hurt the lap bar dug into your skin and did not feel safe staff did not do a good job making sure people were strapped in. This is a run down dated amusement park that needs to be out of its misery. Shit this place down. read more

My wife, 16-year old daughter, and I spent the evening of June 7th and all day June 8th at Hershey Park. This was the third of four amusement parks we visited during our trip and was the least enjoyable of them all. The rides themselves were good for the most part, but some were overhyped (SooperDooperLooper - even with a Fast Track ticket we waited over an hour because they only had one train running, and the ride was nearly boring). The bigger issue was staff was disorganized and didn't keep things moving smoothly in the queues. There was also no communication about the need to exchange the Fast Track digital "tickets" to wristbands, causing us to lose a significant amount of time having to find a kiosk to obtain them (and the one we found wasn't scanning the barcode properly, requiring manual entry of the number). Our biggest complain, however, was the general condition of the park: dirty. The queues and rides were in desperate need of cleaning and maintenance. After visiting Silver Dollar City and Dollywood - both of which were immaculate - it was a pretty stark difference. Unless we happen to be in the Hershey area for something else, we will not be visiting Hershey Park again. read more

I came to Hersheypark yesterday and the cashire Kendall added a unwanted notebook that clearly costed $7 and I clearly could have used it on another shop but she added in, I asked her if It was for free and she did not say anything which I'm really upset about (But the experience was amazing just the shopping part) read more

Disgusted how we were treated by security because of a mistake on their part. My parents couldn't walk in the heat anymore and had went into the new gift shop/restaurant to rest and get something to drink. No one said they needed a photo taken to re-enter the park. The security at the door told them to just walk through these doors to get back into the park. No signs anywhere about re entry photos. When they got to the gate with their tickets, they were denied re-entry. My parents would've complied but security said it was fine and to go out the doors and back in. Do better and have a better system. We spent a lot of money on a family trip. We had photos proving we were in there all morning and it was an honest mistake, thinking they can shop and eat at the restaurant INSIDE THE PARK. Not sure why the gift shop would be an exit. There was no one taking photos. Usually theres a line that you would get stamped. We didn't see any signs for a separate line. One guard actually kept apologizing that they were doing this to us. Disgraceful. read more

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Last Minute RoadTrip to Hershey Park -- just a few hours away A day at the amusement park seemed like good reason for a roadtrip. They have a large amount of death defying roller coasters. If you are a fan of coasters this is totally the right place for you. There was a lot of hills, and walking, so bring your walking shoes. For the adults, they have several different types of adult beverages. We had a frozen malt drink, they were cold and tasty with few flavors but we weren't crazy about the aftertaste. Before we went back home, we checked out the gift shop. For stuff animals, keychains and cups the prices were very reasonable. The sweatshirt cost around $40ish and above. We did visit the full fledged restaurant the Chocolatier and they had delicious drinks offering all the Hershey flavors, even jolly rancher drinks. We thought about getting dinner but they were very busy with a Luke Bryant Concert that night. I think I'll need a return trip, maybe late Summer or early Fall. read more

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Hit up Hershey Park with my beautiful wife, our adult niece and her boyfriend, and my 17-year-old daughter and her boyfriend -- basically a full-blown family circus, and yes, I was the ringmaster. Rides? Mind-blowing. Twisted, intertwined, and close enough that I high-fived strangers on the next coaster -- accidentally, of course. My stomach filed a formal complaint somewhere between the first loop and the third drop. Food? Delicious. Drinks? Everywhere. I hydrated like a champ... or at least tried to while dodging flying pretzels and sugar-crazed teenagers. Waterpark? Yep. Got blasted harder than my dreams of sleeping in on vacation. Note to self: 50-year-old bodies do not handle slide-induced splash attacks as gracefully as 12-year-olds. Dinner at The Chocolatier? Sweet victory. Chocolate in every form, and I may have tested the laws of physics by consuming three different desserts in one sitting. Then, the cherry (or should I say chocolate) on top -- Luke Bryan was performing at the concert venue. I sang, I danced, I embarrassed myself in true dad fashion... and the kids loved it. All in all: rides that made me question my life choices, chocolate that made me question my waistline, and family chaos that made me question my sanity -- and I wouldn't change a single second. Hershey Park, you get an A+ and a gold star from this old kid at heart. read more

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I get my grandchildren - who are spread from Maine to Florida - together each summer. We went to Hersheypark 8 years ago, when the youngest was just learning to walk. This year they all voted to return to Hershey - so we rented a 12 pak van to hold all of us, a beautiful Airbnb in the country, and off to PA we went. The kids are 9, 12, 13, 13, 14, 18, and 20. Everyone had a fantastic time - from gramma to the youngest child. It was a drizzly day when we went which was perfect, actually; way better than beating sun would have been. We paid for parking and tickets in advance which saved me a little money. We did not pay extra for the Fast Pass but most lines were really not horrible. The longest wait was 45 minutes but most were much shorter. I will say the App estimated wait times are completely off AND it seems to take a while, when a ride goes down, for the App to update. read more

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Our expectations were tempered, but Hershey Park definitely exceeded them. First, it was a fairly clean amusement park, which is always appreciated. The layout isn't ideal since there's a lot of back-tracking to get around. But the best part, is that there's plenty to do for all ages. Our youngest enjoyed plenty of kids rides, and our adventurous 6 year old loved all the roller coasters she was tall enough to ride. The food was about as expected for an amusement park. Average quality and overpriced. But we've had worse. Pack snacks if you can. We would definitely return in the future once the kids are taller to ride more rides. read more

This place means so much to my family and I as my family and I have been visiting annually for almost 20 years. Surely, we missed a few years, but we always make our way back. We pick a day, rent a 15 passenger van, and cook a smorgasbord of food. We arrive, unpack, eat at the parking lot pavilions, pack up, enter during what used to be Twilight Hours, and go for it. My son's, niece's and nephews were ages 3-8 when we started. Now they're 21-26. I tell you, they all turned into big kids as soon as we hit the parking lot all over again. After an evening of riding everything possible, we unpack our food again in the parking lot and eat before heading back to Maryland. This great, family friendly amusement park has, and continues to create unimaginable memories that are proven to last a long time. See you all in 2026 !! read more

Having now returned with kids I can still say that I love this theme park. There is a healthy mix of rides for adults, children, or both. My kids had an absolute blast. Everyone on staff was extremely pleasant. I dare say moreso than Disney. I recommend going here in the early spring or late fall when the crowds might be more spread out. Wait times were manageable. But I am sure the waterpark area makes a summer visit worthwhile. I know we will be back! read more

I came here with my buddy and his friend and his kid. Most of us are middle-aged and just wanted to have a good day and check out the Halloween stuff that they had. It was a really nice Saturday and October and it was super crowded. I guess I kind of expected it to be but most of our rides and haunted houses to take over an hour. The food was typical amusement park food and pretty expensive but that was expected. All in all it was a good time. read more

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So I am not an amusment park fan by any means sadly cause I hate roller coasters. But to my surprised this park has a great a variety of non dollar coster stuff! I have yet to explore the entire park so I will be going back again but overall this a very well done park and they really provided an experience that is great for everyone. read more

Had an absolute amazing time with my two teenage children. Growing up in southern California this brought me back to my childhood and all the visits to Six Flags Magic Mountain. These roller coasters here are no joke. I highly recommend getting a fast pass. Additionally, they have a lot of good deals for meals, drink drinks, and even parking so do your planning before you go. Look forward to going back again. read more

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Our family has made a few trips to Hersheypark over the years, and it continues to be a favorite--especially for our 4.5-year-old twins. The kiddie rides are perfect for their age group, and watching their joy as they go from ride to ride makes it all worth it. The park is clean, well-organized, and generally very family-friendly, which keeps us coming back. The character photo ops are always a hit--we've got a whole gallery of hugs with Reese's and Hershey bars. The trivia show, on the other hand, is a little too much of a sales pitch for our taste. We get it--it's Hershey--but it could use a little more charm and a little less commercial. We're a bit torn on the candy-themed everything. Yes, the kids are obsessed, but as parents we sometimes wish it was dialed back just a touch. That said, the branding is part of the experience, and it certainly keeps things on theme. The Hotel Hershey, right across from the park, is spectacular. We've stayed multiple times and love how it manages to be elegant while still being welcoming to young kids. It's got that classic charm and feels like a true escape after a busy day at the park. We usually wrap up our visits with a meal at The Chocolatier Restaurant + Bar, right at the edge of the park. It's fun, themed (yes, chocolate in almost everything!), and the servers are fantastic with kids. My partner thinks the chocolate in every dish might be a bit much, but overall, it's a great spot to refuel before heading home. In all, Hersheypark makes for a reliably fun, family-forward getaway. It may be a bit sweet in more ways than one, but that's kind of the point. read more

I started this experience online purchasing a family pack for $220.00. It included 4 tickets and a parking pass. I had everything loaded on my phone to show when we arrived. The park opened at 10am but, we didn't arrive until about 1030am. As we drove up they did have separate entrance to the left for drivers that were handicapped. Showed our parking ticket and went to park. The actual handicapped spots were all filled but, there was still other room on the lot that allowed us to park not so far away. All they had to do was scan my mobile ticket for entry. It was time to have fun with my son, 2 grandsons, a friend and her daughter. Our first ride was the merry go round. My son didn't even entertain that. Lol. Funny thing was because my youngest grandson and I are so short( I'm on 5 feet even) when it was time to get off the horses we needed assistance. How embarrassing. Lol. Any we proceeded and continued to have fun. This park is so huge. I can see why they offer a two day pass. We played games and ate delicious food. There were many food options. The pool was crowded. I didn't get in. But, the rest of my party did. I was sitting in the sun waiting for them to return. However, I had my eye on a shaded spot. When someone moved, I relocated in the shade. After they had fun in the pool we went to the zoo. There were not a lot of animals but, it was just enough. We didn't have to pay separately for the zoo because it too was included in the package. After the zoo we went into the arcade. We all had a fun filled day at Hershey Park. We left about 830pm. A time was had. read more

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To say we were disappointed would be an understatement. Upon arrival at the park, the restrooms were the dirtiest I have ever seen. I will say that when I pointed it out to one of the employees that he took immediate action. Near the Cafe 1906, it smelled so bad of urine that we wouldn't consider eating there. Food looked good but hard to find anything appetizing with such a pungent smell of urine. The 2025 souvenir mug that you can refill by scanning was not worth it. Paid around $25 for a cup we kept water in and the water dispensers at the first one near the carousel had no nozzles on them so you were sprayed with water trying to fill your cup. Ordered lemonade and went to the Cafe 1906 to find some napkins and the two dispensers were out. I went to find an employee and instead of a "let's go see if we have any napkins anywhere else," gave me a gruff "let me look." Customer service smelled as bad as the urine scent at that restaurant. There was much lacking from the experience. We just left. It was dirty and the rudeness of more than just a few employees was enough. Milton Hershey would have a fit if he knew how his name is used today and how commercial everything has gotten to the point that the people are the last consideration. No military discounts were available at the park (not that we always expect them), but seemed like they were trying to get every penny they could from you before you leave. Not happy and highly disappointed after such a wonderful time at the Hershey's Chocolate World. Perhaps the manager there could train the employees at Hersheypark... Disappointed. So disappointed. read more

This theme park is on the smaller side, but it's got a good collection of fun coasters, some arcade games, classic overpriced theme park foods. Outside of the park is a huge Hershey store with all sorts of merch and chocolate/candy, even some rare flavors that might be unique to the park! You can make your own Hershey chocolate bar for ~$30/person and see the history of Hershey for free amongst other attractions. The candy is pretty well-priced if you buy the large boxes, so if you're a chocolate lover you might as well stock up here! We came in November, so a lot of the rides were closed. Because of this, the park was largely empty and we waited ~10min for each ride. Definitely worth it to come this time of year if you don't mind some rides being closed. read more

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Hersheypark was fun! Most rides were great, since there are 15 roller coasters there are ups and downs like the amazing Sky Rush and Storm Runner but there are also some bad rides like Lightning Racers which was quite bumpy. Thrill rides worth waiting for include Sky Rush, Storm Runner, Candymonium, and Fahrenheit. Dining wise I ate at Chick Fil A which was amazing as usual but it is only open on Fridays and Saturdays. I also had ice cream at the chocolate world which was delicious and worth the 5 minute walk from the park. Overall the park was fun but more of a destination for thrill seekers. Would recommend! read more

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We had a great time despite the rain. The wait times on the app for different rides aren't accurate. Often the times were much less. The chocolate tour was really fun. Enjoyed the food court and gift shop. Found some candies I haven't see in a while. Definitely will be back a day in the fall. It was very hot and even with the rain it did not cool down.b read more

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i went on wild cats revenge and made a simple mistake that anyone could make! We forgot our locker number and were scared we lost our stuff! The people there were so mean when i asked for help very kindly. I have social anxiety and im scared to talk to people so i was super nice but they just treated me back with attitude and rudeness!!! I feel very bad now. I'm sorry for making a mistake. read more

Here on a Friday for school band trip, probably 100 buses in lot and the wait at Dispatch Pizza is easily 25 minutes because there is only one cashier. read more

I came here with a group of friends and we did end up spending a lot of money. Parking itself is about $25. We managed to grab their BOGO ticket offer online so each ticket was about $50 a person. Food was really pricey at the park. A plain Nathan's hotdog was $7, but I guess that's expected. Our ticket covered both the amusement park and the waterpark, which is called The Boardwalk. We also ended up getting the Fast Pass for the amusement park, which was an extra $83. Although quite expensive, I do believe it's necessary because the lines for all these rides were extremely long and we came here on a Monday in June (before most schools end). The waterpark is a bit smaller with only a few rides, but it's mostly geared towards younger kids. read more

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Just rides... no green areas to sit or have a picnic... overpriced and no good quality food.

The kids had an absolute blast, which in itself is cool. The wait for our first roller coaster was over an hour, which seemed excessive since the park wasn't that full on our visit. Thank goodness, the rest of the rides were more reasonable in this regard. The park maps and navigation system could've been more helpful. Our kids wandered around looking for this ride or that, occasionally being frustrated by the lack of clear signage. The parking shuttles made a terrible first impression, with diesel exhaust enveloping all the riders the entire ride to the amusement park and back, You'd think a family-themed attraction would put some kind of emissions-reducing technology on their vehicles! The overpowering smell was nauseating, so of course now I think of that when I smell chocolate. (Hoping that passes quickly!) The refillable drink cup ($23.99) seems like a good idea, except for the fact that really taking advantage of that would cause a conflict when it came to waiting on lines. (Do I head to the restroom or try to hold it?) The overpriced food was disappointing. Overall, it was a fun day. read more

Extremely underrated and overshadowed by Six Flags, Disney and the countless other seemingly more "popular" amusement parks, Hersheypark and Chocolate World should be on your list of must visit theme parks! There are plenty of rides for the young kids, plenty of roller coasters for the older kids, a big waterpark for both and plenty of fun to go around for all here. I've been to Hersheypark a few times in my much, much younger years, but I definitely saw it from a whole new perspective as a parent my last go around. We bought a 2 day pass to the park (1 day for water play and 1 day to go on all of the dry rides) and our kids had an absolute blasssst - so much so that they knocked out half way through each day, which thankfully gave us some reprieve through this deceptively large park. Even though we came on a Thursday and Friday, the park was pacccccked like a weekend because it was the summer after all. I won't go into detail about every single ride, but, like I said earlier, there are way more rides here than I remember when I visited in the past - probably because I put more focus on the kiddie rides this time around. As you can imagine, there is a chocolate theme all around the park and if you're into taking pictures with Hershey characters (e.g. Hershey Kiss, Reeses, Jolly Rancher) they come out during certain parts of the day, so definitely look out for them. As for food, there are many food options inside, but, to no one's surprise, most do revolve around fast food (e.g. burgers, chicken tenders, fries) - which I'm sure your kids will love. If you're looking to save a few bucks, I do highly recommend getting the single meal dining pass, as it typically makes your meal of an entree + side + drink a little bit less expensive. HOWEVER, although the rules state that you cannot bring in any open bottled beverages, security never opened any of our soft-sided cooler bags to check on either day we went. Although it's no Disney in sheer space and size, it can still be exhausting trekking around the park with your kids here, especially on a hot, summer day, so be prepared. AND, just a note, if rides are closed for more than 1 hour (which happened on both days we were there), you can go to Guest Services by the entrance and redeem a return voucher for any day within the calendar year! read more

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Had a blast today at Hersheypark! The amusement park is filled with lots of fun rides and attractions (ie: rollercoasters, waterpark, arcades, zoo). It also includes lots of gift shops with plenty of souvenirs, Hershey themed candies, and a unique Hershey Chocolate Tour. In addition, there are many places you can eat in the park, from hot food to desserts! Some important points to mention: - Try to wait for a ticket promotion/discount; I got a BOGO free ticket deal which was great - I'd recommend buying parking online because it's cheaper than buying it in person - Buying the photo pass/album is worth it because you'll get all the rollercoaster and park op pictures on your phone - The chocolate food tour photo is not included in the photo pass/album package; it is a separate cost which was upsetting - The park allows outside food and drinks - The lockers are not transferable meaning: the station you rent a locker at is the only locker station you can access to place your belongings in, despite the other lockers placed throughout the park! That part really frustrated me because you can only access your items in a certain part of the park The staff was also very friendly and helpful! Overall, I had an exhilarating and fun time at Hersheypark! It is a great amusement park that is kid, adult, and family oriented. I would definitely go back again and recommend others to experience this park as well! read more

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

I go to concerts at Hershey Park in the summer. Always an amazing experience. Saw Brandon Lake and Phil Wickham on SWN last July. My favorite. I've seen quite a few artists there. We also used to get season passes for our family. Did that all the way through high school. Some have carried that tradition into their own families. read more

Awesome park!! Went on a Monday stayed 11-9p (waited at the gate from 1030ish due to NOT having early season pass access) the longest wait was 30 minutes and didn't need a fast track pass, but we HUSTLE through the park. Strictly stuck to the adult/family rides and was able to complete 15 roller coasters and rides. Food was decent price ($~50 for 2 ppl for two meals/sides for the day). You can get FREE water from drink stations without having to pay for drinks or a cup **Didn't visit the water park or zoo. WP was CROWDED with kids, not my preference, so I stayed away. ZooAmerica was strictly an aerial view with the monorail and skyline ride as I've seen all these animals before and wanted a strict park experience Beautifully depicted statue of Milton Hershey in the beginning of the park. Visited Hershey Park after watching documentaries of how he truly changed the world of chocolate . There is a TV series called "The food that built America" and there is an episode of this historical family feud between the chocolate line. read more

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it was so fun especially the bored walk I would give this five stares if I didn't get stuck on one of the roller coasters and Kenny were shut down read more

Haven't been here since I was a kid, so to come here as an adult was a different experience altogether. I forgot how big the park was and the many different roller coaster that were available. Also the Water Park was a great experience especially on a hot summer day. Had a great time here. read more