Summer Fun

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Let’s get started with your summer bucket list! Coasters and water slides at Hersheypark®. A shaded city stroll along Riverfront Park in Harrisburg. Beating the heat inside a COOL museum. Ready? Let’s go!

Hersheypark® & Hershey's Chocolate World

It’s summertime, and there’s no better state of mind than being Hersheypark HappySM! Hersheypark has more than 70 rides and attractions including 14 roller coasters, an 11-acre zoo, and an entire water park to keep you cool! Not to mention the classic family rides you remember as a kid like the Kissing Tower(R) and the Carrousel. Navigate the park like a pro with the Hersheypark app and check out more insider tips for making the most out of your visit!

If you love chocolate (of course you do!) make a stop at Hershey's Chocolate World Attraction before or after the park. Learn how chocolate is made, try some samples, and shop for take-home treats like hard-to-find brands and your favorite Hershey's gear!

 

Hersheypark

Lake Tobias

Outdoor Adventure

Get a little wild this summer with Hershey & Harrisburg’s best outdoor activities. Animal lovers will want to try the safari tour at Lake Tobias Wildlife Park where the park’s furry friends come right up to say hello (and get a snack). Take in 360 views of Harrisburg, City Island, and the Susquehanna River from the top deck of The Pride of the Susquehanna Riverboat, one of the nation’s last remaining paddlewheel boats. Hit the trails by boot or bike and enjoy a refreshing walk through our region’s natural surroundings. Those who like a little splash can navigate down the Susquehanna River by kayak.

Vineyards & Breweries

Who’s ready for a little summertime sippin’?  As the weather gets warmer, special events heat up at our local wineries and craft breweries! In addition to delicious local wine, vineyards are serving up live music and festivals throughout the summer. Grab a patio spot at one of our craft breweries as you toast the long summer ahead!

Check out the variety of unique vineyards and don’t forget to download your free Brew Barons Beer Trail app to check-in at your new favorites spots and earn prizes. Cheers to summer!

Vineyards

City Island

City Fun

Did you know there’s a whole island of fun in Harrisburg? City Island is the perfect place to enjoy a sweet summer day. Catch a fly ball at a Harrisburg Senators Baseball game. Play a round of Water Golf at one of our region’s most beautifully landscaped courses. Take a stroll around the Island’s 1-mile loop or hop on the City Island Railroad for a relaxing ride.

Harrisburg is buzzing with activity, yet some of its best features are silent and still. Majestic murals add vibrant beauty and color to brick buildings and concrete wall. Add the Murals & More – A Walk of Art free mobile pass to your phone and discover murals, museums, and more throughout Harrisburg.

We're a year-round destination, so you're welcome to visit us anytime!