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Things to do in Hershey, PA
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items I've been planning a trip for my nephew and he really wants to go to Hersey PA (because it's every kids dream vacay). Here are some fun things to do and my budget tips I've found along the way!
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What to Do
Where to Eat
Where to Stay
Auntie Buys
What to Do
Each of these attractions can become their own day-long adventure. At least, that's how I'm doing it!
This park is filled with roller coasters but also has a water park and 11 acre zoo! Tickets are about $85 per person (including kids ages 6+) but it seems worth it for the day. Also, no lunchboxes are allowed in.
Hersheypark
This muesem seems so fun! Lunchboxes are not allowed so you can only eat if you eat at one of their places. And every activity seems to have a price tag attached…
The Hershey Story | Family Attraction & Interactive Museum in Hershey, PA
These seems to be the real life chocolate factory! Also the ride through the factory is free.
Hershey's Chocolate World
Did I scoff when I saw that you had to pay an entrance fee to a garden, yeah (especially for kids 6+ like are you kidding me), but we are going to be doing this on our trip. Once again, no lunch boxes are allowed.
Hershey Gardens
While we won't be going to the zoo, it is a cool thing to note if you don't live by a good zoo.
North American Wildlife Zoo
You can get a dark chocolate facial… That won't be happening on this trip but if you want to have a fancy experience and get pampered, this is an option.
Day Spa Treatments & Packages + Salon Services | MeltSpa
Where to Eat
There don't seem to be a lot of restaurants around the town as I've been looking at it, but when I go, I'll make sure to add to this list.
This is inside Hershey Park but it seems like it would be a good mid-day break so that this aunt can recoup. Everything does have a high price tag so be warned! (like $16+)
The Chocolatier Restaurant, Bar + Patio | Hersheypark
My nephew loves ice cream so when we are at Hershey Park, this is a must for us! Is it going to hurt when I swipe my card, yes, but it's also for the memories…
Milton's Ice Cream Parlor | Hersheypark
This is another stop that we will most likely be making while we are in Hershey Park!
The Sweeterie Confectionery Kitchen | Hersheypark
Where to Stay
While I got an AirBNB for our trip, the resorts at Hershey looked awesome!
The Lodge has a lot to do inside of it and lots of shopping
Hershey Lodge
A hotel that has it's own waterpark! Are you kidding! This would be a great place to stay with kids!
The Hotel Hershey: A Luxury Pennsylvania Hotel
This is a great option if you like camping or glamping, but this aunt doesn't like either. But it looks fun and clean.
Hersheypark Camping Resort
Auntie Buys
As an aunt (who doesn't have kids) I want to make this an easy, breezy vacay for both of us! Here are a few things that I've bought to ensure we both have a great time!
I need my coffee each morning, and with the AirBNB having a Keurig, this is a travel must for me!
Dunkin' Original Blend K-Cup Pods
One of my favorite travel hacks are these creamers! I have them on hand for anytime I travel so I know that I'll love my morning coffee.
Coffee Creamer Shelf Stable
This kid loves his snacks, so instead of bringing a big box of ziplock baggies, I got these reusable ziplock baggies so we can have lots of snacks while being kind to the Earth
10 Pack Dishwasher Safe Reusable Bags
Pro auntie hack when you have a kid in your back seat, they love MadLibs! This will keep us busy for hours while driving!
Try Not to Laugh Mad Libs: Funny Game
This might be a bit much, but we'll each have a fan for the park and gardens. No kids will be overheating on my watch! And Auntie won't be getting a headache.
Mini Portable Handheld Battery Fans 3 Pack
He has no idea where we're going so this will be waiting on his seat when he gets in my car… It was a fun way to tell him what we'll be doing and also teach us both about where we're going.
Who Was Milton Hershey?
This one is self explanitory… Aunt Lore will not allow nastieness to be a part of our fun summer trip.
Flushable Toilet Seat Covers Paper - 50 Pack
The final Auntie hack for traveling with a kiddo is plenty of activities! We'll be clocking about 12 hours in the car together, and boredom shouldn't be our companion.
Ultimate Road Trip Activity Book: 100+ Games