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Visitor center · Hershey, Pennsylvania
Hershey's Chocolate World
The visitor center of the Hershey chocolate maker, next to the park, with a ride in small cars that simulates chocolate production, tastings and the brand’s largest store.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Hershey's Chocolate World
Hershey's Chocolate World opened in 1973 to replace factory tours, which had become too busy. It is the company’s official visitor center and is located next to Hersheypark.
The main attraction is the Chocolate Tour, a ride in small cars that travels through scenes about chocolate production, from cocoa plantations to the machines that wrap the bars, with music and animation. The ride and entry to the building are free of charge.
Other experiences cost extra: build-your-own chocolate bar with personalized packaging, a guided tasting, a 4D film and a trolley tour of the town with a guide. The shop and bakery sell products from all the company’s brands.
The building is open year-round and is usually crowded on weekends, especially in summer and at Christmas.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
One to three hours.
Best time
Weekday mornings. In summer and at Christmas, the paid experiences often sell out in the afternoon.
How to get there
It is on Chocolate World Way, next to Hersheypark, with its own parking lot. Short visits may not have to pay for parking at certain times; check the rules.
Tip
Reserve timed slots for paid experiences, such as making your own chocolate bar, on the busiest days.
Official website
Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Hershey's Chocolate World
Is there an admission fee to enter Hershey's Chocolate World?
There is no entry fee and the Chocolate Tour ride is free. Other experiences, like making your own chocolate bar, cost extra.
Does the Chocolate Tour show the actual factory?
No. It's a ride in small vehicles through scenes that explain chocolate production; the factory is not open for tours.
Is Hershey's Chocolate World open year-round?
Yes, with hours that change by season.