Year-Round Vacation Ideas in Hershey Pennslyvania

Anytime is a good time for Chocolate, and any time of year is a good time to visit the town of Hershey. While the most popular months to visit are during the spring, summer and fall months, winter through early spring offer visitors a number of activities and attractions as well.

Must-See Attractions in Hershey

Hershey's Chocolate World. When you visit Hershey, you absolutely have to visit Hershey's Chocolate World. Even in the off season, Hershey's Chocolate World is open to visitors and offers a simulated factory tour that starts you in the tropical jungle where the cocoa beans are harvested and lets you follow the journey to America where the Hershey's candy is made all the way through to the consumption stage, where you'll enjoy a sample of Hershey's candy.

Hershey Sweet Lights. In the winter months, visitors can enjoy Hershey Sweet Lights, a Holiday Drive-Through Spectacular. The exhibit features over 1-million lights, 500 hundred displays and two hundred scenes over 12 themed areas.

The Hershey Theater. Stay warm during the cold weather and enjoy a show at the Hershey Theater. The theater performs shows such as Riverdance, Oliver, and the Full Monty as well as hosting celebrity concerts.

Zoo America. This attraction is open year round, giving you an opportunity to observe the animals any time of year. The zoo is home to over 200 animals that represent 75 species. The zoo is divided up into five regions that feature animals representing five different regions of North America.

Historical Attractions in Hershey

Hershey Museum. This museum is open year round, offering off-season visitors a perfect way to learn all about the town of Hershey and the man who made it famous. You'll see the original working chocolate factory machinery, town artifacts and more.

Relaxation in Hershey

The Spa at Hotel Hershey. For the cold winter months, this attraction offers the perfect indoor activity. The Spa at Hotel Hershey offers a signature whipped cocoa bath that will whisk you away to another world. Relax in a warm bath that is enhanced with cocoa powder, powdered milk and Hershey's own Whipped Cocoa Bath Product. After your bath, follow up with a Chocolate Fondue Wrap for the ultimate chocolate experience.