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Hersheypark

📍 Hershey, PA

★4.5(66,804 Google reviews)

Pennsylvania's largest amusement park combines 15 roller coasters, The Boardwalk water park open Memorial Day through Labor Day, and ZooAmerica wildlife park - all accessible on a single admission.

✓ all-in-one ticket✓ water park included✓ ZooAmerica✓ chocolate experience✓ family coasters✓ character meet-and-greets

🏆 Family Action Verdict

Strongest fit for families who want a full day across multiple experience types without buying separate tickets. The Boardwalk makes it a summer destination for water-loving kids, and ZooAmerica suits younger children who need breaks from rides. Pre-K pass qualification has strict birthday cutoffs - verify eligibility before purchasing.

â„šī¸ What to Know Before You Go

💡Confirm your child's Pre-K pass eligibility dates carefully - the July birthday cutoff has caught families off guard
⏰The Boardwalk water park only operates Memorial Day through Labor Day, so plan summer visits to access it
đŸŽŸī¸ZooAmerica is a separate walk-through wildlife park connected by a bridge inside - budget extra time for it
🚗Hershey character meet-and-greet locations shift throughout the day - check the in-park schedule on arrival

đŸ’Ŧ What Families Are Saying

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4.5
★★★★★

66,804 Google reviews

G Reviews from Google

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Kashmere Warren

5 months ago

★★★★★

“Had them do a full roof replacement after we bought the property. They inspected properly, recomended what actually needed to be done without overselling, and the installation was clean and warrantied. Honest approach.”

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Tim Maguire

5 months ago

★★★★★

“Still as fun as I can remember as a kid. The chocolate experience was awesome”

đŸ’Ŧ What parents mention

Rides & coastersWater park experienceZoo & wildlifeChocolate & food

Overview

Hersheypark delivers three distinct experiences under one ticket: a full amusement park with 15 coasters and Hershey character meet-and-greets, The Boardwalk 11-acre water park running summer season, and ZooAmerica North American Wildlife Park bridged directly into the park grounds. The chocolate-themed experience woven throughout the park adds a unique layer beyond typical amusement rides.

🕐 Opening Hours

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
WednesdayClosed
ThursdayClosed
FridayClosed
Saturday11:00-20:00
Sunday11:00-19:00

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