Maximize your visit to HERSHEYPARK

The best way to enjoy your visit to HERSHEYPARK is to have a plan in place prior to your arrival. Make sure to include time to enjoy shows, games, ZOOAMERICA and of course, HERSHEY'S Chocolate World!

Here are a few tips!

Get a head start - buy your tickets in advance!
No need to stand in line to buy tickets when you get here! You can purchase your tickets online, print them at home and have them in hand when you arrive at the gate! We have designated gates for pre-purchased tickets to help you get into the park faster!

When it's very sunny....Use lots of SUNSCREEN!
Sunscreen is available throughout HERSHEYPARK.

Don't let RAIN dampen your spirits! If it rains - Don’t leave! HERSHEYPARK stays open in the rain, and rainy days mean shorter lines. Buy a poncho, see a show, or go shopping.

Measure up!
What ride height category are you? As you enter the park, have the kids measure up to see what rides are just right for them!

Preview Plan!
Arrive the night before and take advantage of the preview plan. With your next day's ticket, be our guest for 2 1/2 hours prior to the park closing. (example: Arrive Sunday night after 7:30 and purchase or present your ticket for Monday - be our guest for no additional cost!)
The preview plan is a great way for you to explore the park so that you can be prepared for your big day! Bonus! Pay to park in the evening, and the next day's parking is FREE.

When to visit:
Tuesdays through Thursdays are ideal. Saturdays are typically our busiest day! On three-day weekends, Sundays are generally the busiest. Crowds typically thin after 6 PM.

Make time to enjoy our wide variety of shows and entertainment!
If you are interested in attending a National Act in the Amphitheatre, why not try the second show, it is usually not nearly as crowded as the first show.

Some of our theatres offer different experiences...for example, the Music Box Theatre is air conditioned ...why not beat the heat in the middle of the day and enjoy a show and cool down.

The Country Grill featuring Wild Country and Never Second Fiddle, Shakey's Patio starring the Milkmen and the Soda Pops, and Pioneer Gazebo featuring Karl Hausman are our only eat in venues. You are welcome to carry food and drink into any theatre, but the Country Grill, Shakey's Patio, and Pioneer Gazebo are the only venues that provides tables and chairs for consumption.

Dress for Success!
Wear comfortable shoes - you'll be walking all day. Sneakers are recommended! If you are planning on visiting the Boardwalk, make sure to bring a bathing suit and towel! Bathing suits are required on the Boardwalk attractions. Changing stations are conveniently located.

Fitting it all in - Strategize!
Most guests stop at the first ride and continue moving right to left. Instead, walk to the rear of the Park and work your way to the front. The lines for the Comet and Carrousel tend to be busy in the morning, so skip them on the way in, and ride on your way out!

Meal planning:
HERSHEYPARK offers dozens of excellent food options! From Pizza, to Burgers to Healthy Fare - we've got it all!

Reminder: Food is not allowed to be brought into the park. If you decide to pack a picnic lunch, please leave your cooler in your vehicle. There are picnic areas near the parking lots and stadium.