School’s out, the sun is shining, and we couldn’t be more excited for the summer season ahead. And we made it super easy for you to get just as excited as us by creating an official HERSHEY'S CHOCOLATE WORLD summer bucket list! Download the printable PDF version below and don’t forget to take copies with you when you visit us. Keep reading to learn more about the must-do activities we think you should do this season...
You can’t come to HERSHEY’S CHOCOLATE WORLD and not take our free (!) tour ride. Learn a fun fact or two and spot our iconic singing cows. They’re part of what makes this sweet experience so quintessentially us.
The jungle oasis that grows right in the center of our store has always been a guest favorite. Our expert team tends to these trees and provides state-of-the-art horticulture through fertilization, pest control, pollination, and enzyme care. And guess what? These cacao trees bear fruit twice per year. They start out green in color, grow into yellow, and turn brown when ready to be picked. See how many you can spot throughout your visit..
Try One of Our Seasonal Dessert Delights
Not to pick favorites but...our summer dessert menu offerings are an absolute must-try during your adventure with us.
Some of our summer specials include a TWIZZLERS Candy Bubble Waffle with Strawberry Gelato, HERSHEY'S Chocolate Chip Cookie Milkshake, and new adult beverage additions like a JOLLY RANCHER Pina Colada (ages 21+).
You’ll be raving about these summer specials long after the car ride home.
Try our latest flavor, just in time for summer: HERSHEY'S CARAMEL S'mores! Or customize your own flavor with our candy bar options—a KIT KAT® chocolate s’more, anyone? Our retail store has all the classic must-haves, too, and of course some new options to take your s’mores game up a notch.
You can’t leave HERSHEY’S CHOCOLATE WORLD without snagging a selfie with one of our characters roaming around (or all of them!).
Learn about our founder, Milton Hershey, his family, and what makes this town so special as you ride around on an old-fashioned trolley. Sweet surprises await... watch out for the hilarious crew of characters picked up along the way, complimentary treats, a song or two, and plenty of fun and laughter as our conductors bring the inspiring story of Milton Hershey to life.
Discover a Candy You've Never Seen Before
Our retail store is stocked to the brim with classic chocolates, new candy additions (REESE'S PB&J Cups!), and all those hard-to-find delights that are exclusively offered at our World's Largest HERSHEY'S Store (our World's Largest Collection, HERSHEY'S KISSES Flavors of The World, and more).
Save some time during your visit to explore, discover, and shop. Guaranteed smiles!
Plus, we've got more hard-to-find favorites online.
Make Your Own Chocolate Fun
Our treats get even sweeter when you get to put your own spin on them!
Create Your Own Candy Bar in an Authentic Factory Experience
Our Create Your Own Candy Bar experience mimics that of an authentic factory—you pick your own fillings, personalize a wrapper, and watch as flowing chocolate turns into the candy bar of your dreams.
Dream Up Your Ideal 1-lb. REESE’S Peanut Butter Cup...
...and watch it come to life! Make your own creation—a 1-pound peanut butter chocolate creation, that is. Our REESE’S Stuff Your Cup experience is a peanut butter lover’s dream. Pick your mix-ins and watch as one of our expert tasteologists perfects your extra-large treat right in front of you. Nothing says ‘bucket list’ quite like this.
Make Your Perfect Candy Mix at Our Amazing Candy Machine
Fill a goodie bag at our Amazing Candy Machine with your perfect candy mix. We have all your favorites waiting for you to choose from. P.S. — also makes a great last-minute gift.
Personalize a Candy Bar Wrapper
Nothing says, “I want to remember this day forever” quite like making your own candy bar wrapper. Our personalization station is a favorite quick and easy experience for every sweet's lover—plus, it makes the perfect gift for a grad party, baby shower, or birthday celebration. And yes, you can add your own photo!
Join us on more Adventures in Chocolate!
Tip: visit during the first and last two hours of the day for the shortest lines.
A complete rudown of our family fun happenings, many of which are free!
Join us on more Adventures in Chocolate!
Tip: visit during the first and last two hours of the day for the shortest lines.
A complete rudown of our family fun happenings, many of which are free!