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Hershey's Chocolate World

101 Chocolate World Way · Hershey, PA

Why you should go…

Hershey's Chocolate World offers free year-round entry to a chocolate-tour ride through candy-themed scenes, a Create Your Own Candy Bar experience, a Hershey's tasting journey, and the world's largest Hershey's store. Counter-service dining and a bake shop round out the complex next to Hersheypark's main gate.

  • #chocolate
  • #hershey
  • #family fun
  • #free attraction
  • #candy

Good to know

General attractions guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Book the time slot, not just the ticket

    Timed entry is now the norm at big-draw attractions, and online tickets are often cheaper than the gate.

  • Grab the daily schedule on arrival

    Feeding times, keeper talks, and shows run on a posted timetable that changes day to day.

  • The first hour is the quietest

    Queues build through late morning and peak after lunch, so an early start buys you the shortest waits.

  • Budget past the ticket price

    Parking, lockers, strollers, and food inside the gates are common extras worth planning for.

What's around here?

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