Hershey Park is one of the most exciting places to go in Pennsylvania.

Hershey Park was then first opened in 1907 and was actually a private park for the exclusive enjoyment of Hershey Chocolate Factory employees only. A few years later, however, Hershey Park was opened to the public and has grown into one of the most popular theme and leisure parks on the east coast. Hershey Park is open in the spring and summer and has activities at Halloween and Christmas that you and your family can enjoy.

When Milton S. Hershey, founder of the Hershey Candy Company, first opened Hershey Park for his employees there were no roller coasters, however. A large, well kept grounds was the perfect location for baseball games, picnics and other family-oriented activities. The first ride at Hershey Park Pennsylvania was actually a merry-go-round, which was up and running for the 1908 Independence Day celebration on July 4th of that year. As the Hershey Chocolate Factory park was opened to the public and more time passed, an amphitheatre, tennis court, bowling alley and more were all added to the park, and in 1912 a carousel made the Hershey Candy Park seem like a true wonderland to children and families.

Nowadays, guests of the Hershey Chocolate Factory will not only find rides and carnival-style entertainment, but also a shops, museum and many more to choose from. A dance pavilion, known as the Starlight Ballroom, was added in 1923 and still brings to mind dancing during the early 20th century. The official Hershey Museum is also located on these grounds and features information about the history of the Hershey Candy Company from its inception to the present day. Information about Mr. Hershey himself, Milton S. Hershey, is also found here in the Hershey Museum.

Did you know? That the park has over 60 rides including 10 roller coasters, 6 water rides, and 20 kiddie rides, Hershey Park has something for everyone. The park is now considered as one of the best tourist destinations of Pennsylvania.

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