What began as Milton S. Hershey's company town is now a place rich with activities, scenic gardens and tempting treats. Named for the American chocolate entrepreneur, Hershey features an amusement park and a delicious heritage of chocolate that makes for a sweet vacation! From Chocolate Avenue to Hershey Gardens, there are many delicious things to do in Hershey, PA.

Best of Hotels near Hershey Park

Located just 35 minutes from the hotel, Hershey Park is a popular theme park with roller coasters and family entertainment year-round. For more outdoor recreation, explore Indian Echo Caverns, try a round of miniature golf or enjoy hiking and water recreation in Harrisburg, PA. Car buffs can also experience one of the world's largest antique car shows at the annual meeting of the Antique Auto Club of America in October. Best of all? Our hotel's quite near Hershey, PA!
Hershey's Chocolate World
800 Park Blvd.
717-534-4900

Hershey Gardens
170 Hotel Road
717-534-3492

Hershey Park
100 W Hersheypark Drive
800-HERSHEY

Hershey Outlets
46 Outlet Square
717-520-1236

Indian Echo Caverns 
368 Middletown Road
717-566-8131

Zoo America
100 W Hersheypark Drive
800-HERSHEY

 

Experience Harrisburg at Its Best

Just 15 minutes from Hotel Carlisle along the Susquehanna River, this capital city is a center for arts and culture, balancing metropolitan sophistication with small-town hospitality. Scenic Riverfront Park and City Island offer fun activities for the whole family, including rides on the Pride of the Susquehanna paddle wheeler, shopping, miniature golf or quaint train and carriage rides.  Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy a host of activities, such as canoeing, hiking, jet skiing and boating. Catch the game with Harrisburg Senators AA Minor League Baseball and Harrisburg Heat soccer, or try more savory competition at the annual Pennsylvania Chili Cookoff.

For other exciting events, Harrisburg offers everything from farm exhibitions to symphony concerts. And don't forget to visit the Capitol, blending architectural styles inspired by St. Peter's Basilica and the Paris Opera House.

City Island
717-255-6534

Harrisburg East Mall
83 Paxton Street
717- 564-0980

National Civil War Museum
Lincoln Circle at Reservoir Park
717-260-1861

Pennsylvania State Capitol - Guided Tours
N Third & State Street
800-868-7672

Pride of the Susquehanna Riverboat
P.O. Box 910
717-234-6500

State Capitol
Room 630
Main Capitol Building
717-783-6484

Whitaker Center for Science & the Arts
222 Market Street
717-221-8201

To learn more about water recreation and hiking in Harrisburg, PA, please visit the Official Travel & Tourism Site for Pennsylvania. You can also find many great things to do in Hershey, PA at the Hershey Convention & Visitors Bureau.