Hershey Gardens, Hershey

Name: Hershey Gardens
Address: 170 Hotel Rd, Hershey, 17033-9508, United States
Telephone: +1 717-534-3492

#13 among attractions in Hershey

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Hershey Gardens is a 23-acre botanical garden and arboretum located at 170 Hotel Road, Hershey, near Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. They are set atop a hill overlooking Hersheypark. It was built as a gift from chocolate magnate Milton S. Hershey for his community and to honor his wife, Catherine. ()

Opened: 1937 (87 years ago)Elevation: 492 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 40°17'53"N, 76°39'25"W

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170 Hotel RdHersheyHershey 17033-9508 United States

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+1 717-534-3492

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Hershey Gardens – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Hersheypark, Giant Center, Fahrenheit Roller Coaster, Great Bear Roller Coaster.

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Vast chocolate-themed amusement park
Hersheypark, Hershey
19 min walk • Hersheypark is a family theme park located in Hershey, Pennsylvania, about 15 miles east of Harrisburg, and 95 miles west of Philadelphia. The park was founded in 1906 by Milton S. Hershey as a leisure park for the employees of the Hershey Chocolate Company. It is wholly and privately owned by Hershey Entertainment and Resorts Company.
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Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Giant Center, Hershey
27 min walk • The Giant Center is a premier entertainment and sports arena nestled in the sweetest place on Earth, Hershey, Pennsylvania. This versatile facility, which opened its doors in 2002, has since become a hub for a wide array of events, ranging from ice hockey games...
0.5 miS
Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride
Fahrenheit Roller Coaster, Hershey
13 min walk • The Fahrenheit Roller Coaster, a thrilling attraction located in Hersheypark, Pennsylvania, promises an adrenaline-pumping experience for visitors of all ages. This daring roller coaster, named after the temperature scale, heats up the excitement with its steep drops...
0.8 miS
High-speed rollercoaster in Hersheypark
Great Bear Roller Coaster, Hershey
21 min walk • The Great Bear Roller Coaster is an exhilarating attraction located in the sweetest place on Earth, Hershey Park in Hershey, Pennsylvania. This steel roller coaster, known for its distinctive roar and smooth ride, has been thrilling visitors since its debut in 1998.
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Storm Runner, Hershey
16 min walk • Storm Runner is a launched roller coaster located at Hersheypark in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Manufactured by Intamin and situated in the Pioneer Frontier section of the park, the Accelerator Coaster opened to the public on May 8, 2004.
0.7 miS
Theme park, Museum
Hershey's Chocolate World, Hershey
18 min walk • Hershey's Chocolate World is the name of five visitor centers that started in Hershey, Pennsylvania, United States. Open year-round, Hershey's Chocolate World offers marketplace shops and restaurants, specializing in Hershey's chocolate products.
0.6 miS
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Hersheypark Stadium, Hershey
15 min walk • Hersheypark Stadium is a stadium located in Hershey, Pennsylvania, on the grounds of Hersheypark. It opened on May 18, 1939. It is used as a sporting facility, concert venue and location for various other large functions.
0.4 miS
Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride
Wildcat, Hershey
10 min walk • Wildcat is a wooden roller coaster located at Hersheypark in Hershey, Pennsylvania. It was the first roller coaster produced by Great Coasters International, and it opened to the public on May 26, 1996, as the anchor attraction of the Midway America section of the park.
0.7 miS
Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride
Comet, Hershey
19 min walk • Comet is a wooden roller coaster at Hersheypark in Hershey, Pennsylvania. It is located in the Hollow section of Hersheypark, next to Skyrush.
0.4 miSE
Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride
Lightning Racer, Hershey
11 min walk • Lighting Racer is a wooden dueling roller coaster located at Hersheypark. It is located in the Midway America section of the park.
0.8 miS
Amusement, Amusement park, Amusement ride
SooperDooperLooper, Hershey
21 min walk • SooperDooperLooper is a looping roller coaster at Hersheypark in Hershey, Pennsylvania. It was designed by Werner Stengel, and built by Anton Schwarzkopf. SooperDooperLooper is located in the Hollow section of the park, across from Skyrush.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Hershey Gardens open?

Hershey Gardens is open:

Monday 9 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 5 pm
Thursday 9 am - 5 pm
Friday 9 am - 5 pm
Saturday 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday 9 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Hershey Gardens?

Nearby attractions include Wildcat, Hershey (10 min walk), Wild Mouse, Hershey (11 min walk), Lightning Racer, Hershey (11 min walk), Fahrenheit Roller Coaster, Hershey (13 min walk).