Sweets and Sips in Pennsylvania’s Hershey Harrisburg Region

It won’t take long to see how this town earned its nickname: Hershey, The Sweetest Place on Earth^®. Discover family-friendly attractions and legendary sweet treats in beautiful downtown Hershey. At Hershey’s Chocolate World, see how chocolate is made and customize your own candy bar or one-pound Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup. Take the free Hershey’s Chocolate Tour ride, then head to the train station to board the Great Candy Expedition, an immersive cinematic experience. Outside, hop on the Hershey Trolley Works to tour the town of Hershey and take in live entertainment with costumed guides. For a taste of history, learn about the life and legacy of Milton S. Hershey through exhibits and interactive activities at The Hershey Story Museum. In the museum’s Chocolate Lab, pour and decorate a delicious take-home treat. Afterwards, sample drinking chocolates from around the world.

Pennsylvania’s Hershey Harrisburg region is home to a variety of wineries and over 30 breweries and taprooms with tours and tastings happening at sprawling estate vineyards and hip urban brewpubs. The Brew Barons Beer Trail is an immersive craft brew adventure with pints for every palate. Download the free mobile app to discover local brewers like Zeroday Brewing Company in Harrisburg and Tröegs Independent Brewing in Hershey and earn prizes as you explore. The region’s fertile farmland and four-season climate are ideal for growing wine grapes and create eye-catching scenery in which to enjoy a glass. Drink in lush vineyard views as you sample full-bodied reds, refreshing whites and flavorful fruit blends at Cassel Vineyards of Hershey, Spring Gate Vineyard in Harrisburg, and The Vineyard at Hershey just to name a few.

Visitors with a sweet tooth will find more than candy to enjoy on the Chocolate & More Sweet Treat Trail. Visit legendary brands and family-owned shops on an adventure through Hershey Harrisburg’s bakeries, creameries and cafés all while admiring the natural beauty of the area. At Frederic Loraschi in Harrisburg, sample award-winning artisanal chocolates made by hand in the French tradition. Urban Churn in Harrisburg and Mechanicsburg creates craft ice cream in unique, globally-inspired flavors using natural ingredients and hand-built Amish churns. Sign up for the mobile passport to find participating trail locations and log purchases to redeem points for prizes.

Fly into Harrisburg International Airport (MDT) and rent a car to begin your culinary adventure through Pennsylvania’s Hershey Harrisburg region. Hershey and Harrisburg’s vibrant downtowns are about 15 minutes apart by car.