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Historically Jenny Wade is known as the only Civilian killed in the three days Battle of Gettysburg.At twenty years old, baking bread for the Union soldiers, would prove to be fatal.The small home is incredibly still in tact and battle worn, with evident bullet holes and bullets lodged into the frame in which they've sat for the past century and a half.It is surreal to stand within the walls of the home and be told the events that had unfolded here.In all of the homes that I visited in Gettysburg, I think it was here in the Jenny Wade home that I was able to envision the battle from a civilian perspective the best and how horrific that side of the battle must have been, as well.Great tour, fair price, and friendly staff. A must stop location while trying to experience and understand the battle from all perspectives.My only dislike regarding the property is how commercialized the surrounding area has became. The home, is easily bypassed, sitting almost in the shadow of a rather looming hotel. While its easy to get lost in time from the inside, on the outside, the modernized surroundings makes it almost impossible to truly connect with the past.Recommended, following up this tour with a stop at the local cemetery where you can locate fairly easily Jenny's grave.

This was a great stop in Gettysburg , the guides give you a brief history and let you do a self tour. It's kept to period and since it's a small space the tour groups are small which is nice. But because of this I would plan ahead and book it in advance because you could have to wait awhile before going in. It does not take you long to walk through but it is worth the historical feel and knowledge you get.

Poor Jennie Wade was the only casualty of the Gettysburg battle. The house is as is even with all the bullet holes still showing throughout the house. The guides were very informative and kind. It is a sad story but a must visit for yourself.

Unfortunately we weren’t able to go in because the there were no more tours available on that day. But we roomed around the house and it was really nice. My fiancé put her finger through the bullet hole. If you you have been here, you probably know what this means.Poor Jennie.

Cool place to visit. The guide provides all the information you need before walking through the house. The basement was a little creepy because of the doll covered in the bed. The house is small so your tour will be short.

A neat historic house to walk through. The initial guided talk gives a good base for information the days of the battle. Definitely recommended to stop!

Was a fast tour of what had happened to Jenny during the war. Lots of information. Definitely worth checking out.

This was a very touching time of remembering those who were involved in the Battle of Gettysburg. Jennie Wade and family members were in this house when the battle began, and she was killed by bullets fired into her house as she was baking bread for soldiers. The house has been preserved as a memorial to her -- she was the only civilian killed in the Battle of Gettysburg.

Our tour guide Allison was amazing! She was kind, very knowledgeable and passionate about the history and spirits in the Jennie Wade house! You can tell she truly loves and is passionate about the Jennie Wade house and Gettysburg! What also makes Allison our tour guide special is she is retired from the Air Force. Thank you Allison for your service!!If you go to Gettysburg we highly recommend the Jennie Wade House! I did feel some kind of energy in the house. When we came out of the basement at the end of the tour a few of us smelled rosemary coming from the basement. I think I might of also captured a spirit in one of the many photos I took. I think it is the shadow man that Allison said hangs around this particular spot in the photo.

This was a very good experience. A lot of history. I loved that we got to tour the house and got to free roam. Also all tge stories about Jennie and her family were great. I would definitely do this again if I went to Gettysburg. The only thing I didn't like is the tour guide didn't stay with us long and walk around tge house. But this was definitely great and a must visit. This was my favorite tour so far in Gettysburg.

i think anyone who knows anything about Gettysburg knows about Jennie Wade and how she was the only civilian fatality of the battle (from direct gunfire). the staff is very friendly. the House is amazing to see. a bit small for people of my height to get through.I did enjoy the house and artifacts. one of my daughters feels like she was very similar to Jennie in stature and felt connected to her in some way. would recommend.

I have been to Gettysburg a hundred times and hadn’t been to the Jennie Wade house until this year. I stopped in on a Saturday in late October. I didn’t book ahead and I don’t even know if that’s an option. Arrived around 3 and was able to get in on the 4:15p tour. The house is between the graveyard and Reid’s Winery/Cidery. So if you have to wait, it’s easy to find something else to do in the meantime.The guided part of the tour was quick - 10 min or so. The guide gave a description of Jennie and her family and what happened leading up to the house being fired on. It was interesting and I never knew the whole story. This wasn’t actually where Jennie lived - that house is down on Breckinridge street and is a private residence but I was told there are signs so you know you are at the right house if you want to see how far it was that she walked - it’s not very far. Anyway, after the short guided tour, you are just walk through on your own. There might have been 20 people total on this tour but it didn’t feel cramped or rushed.There is an adjacent parking lot but that is for the hotel guests. I parked on the street which is metered and I had no trouble finding a spot. I paid around $2.50ish for 2 hours. There is a little gift shop attached to the house selling everything from Christmas ornaments to Jennie dolls, mugs and candy.I paid $10 and change with a AAA discount for the tour.

Very cool tour. Fascinating to walk through the actual house where Jennie Wade lost her life during the Battle of Gettysburg.

This is a must stop if you know your history, but for a family of 4 it was $47 and the guide really didn’t share much before turning us loose. He talked about 5 minutes and it only took less than 10 minutes to see everything. That was disappointing. Now, that being said, if you knew about Jack Skelly and Wesley Culp, about the bullet ricochet on the mantle, the bed style being a rolling pin bed that passer comes off that allows you to “hit the hay” all of these small stories would have made it seem more like a value.

Pretty nest house to see. You can still see the bullet holes in the walls and door. Poor girl is now a tourist stop for a horrible war.

A great piece of American History. Jennie Wade was the only civilian killed in the Battle of Gettysburg.

Short tour. Very cool history. I'd definitely recommend this and stop at some local shops after doing the app tour of the battlefield. personal note there's no restrooms. you have to find one down the street somewhere. Found it very sad that she lost her life making biscuits after the bullet went through two doors. And I love biscuits and gravy....

We did a regular tour here as well as a ghost tour another night. Both were AMAZING! They have done a awesome job keeping this place up. We recommend doing both tours on your visit to gettysburg! "Ghostly images of Gettysburg ghost tours" for the night tour. Awesome experience both times!

Erin did an excellent job telling Jennie's story. It was a good history lesson told with empathy and compassion. A must while you're in Gettysburg.

A short, self guided tour through a historic house in Gettysburg. The tragic story of Jennie Wade was beautifully explained by our guide before she left us to walk around the property. If you haven't taken this short tour, I highly recommend exploring the history of this story and home.

The tour guide was amazing and you could tell how passionate she was about the history of Jenny and the house itself. The house has several bullet holes through it and the basement was very somber. A great experience I would definitely recommend for the low price it cost

We had a great experience, lots of stuff to see/learn and lots of artifacts! It was a great tour, the only thing that would make it better is a more guided tour! Or an option for that, I feel people could learn more with the guide walking them through the house and pointing out each room! Overall nice house in good shape, and cool artifacts!

This was a pleasant surprise touring Gettysburg! Some interesting details outside and inside made the start more intriguing! The date of the house and literal size was the most surprising! Some wonderful cherished items from the family etc. Of course some difficult items from the war showed up as well...the basement a must see!

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Amazing visit. First floor is a living history museum of the Gettysburg Address. Second floor is an historic recreation of President Lincoln's bedroom, where he stayed to draft his now famed Gettysburg Address. Staff is incredibly friendly, and knowledgeable. Such a wonderful experience, and as a history buff, this easily ranks top on sites not to be missed for American History.

Everything is so well done here and the videos are definitely worth watching the whole way through. My jaded father in law even hid his teary eyes at one point he was so moved.

The actual furniture that Lincoln used in November 1863 before the Gettysburg address was in the bedroom. Very nice exhibits.

This house is located right in the town square. The park ranger has a lot of information about this house. This was a very interesting self guided tour. They have the room Lincoln slept in. That was very exciting to see. The tour is on the first and second floor. If you are unable to climb stairs, they have an elevator for your use. This is free to see, but you can make a donation. If you are visiting Gettysburg, you need to stop here. This is also part of the auto tour.

Very interesting place to visit. Setup by National Park service so most of the house is just displays of stories or videos. The only room that was set up as it had been back when Lincoln stayed here is the bedroom he slept in. A good history lesson for homeschoolers!

Great experience seeing the bed where Abraham Lincoln slept. A lot of other great artifacts.

A must stop on your Gettysburg visit. Staff is extremely friendly and helpful. Free admission!

This is a National Parks Museum. Right in the town square of Gettysburg. There is a park ranger when you first go in to give you a general over view of the house. The tour is free and self guided. They do have pamphlets to follow. There is an upstairs and downstairs. They have the bedroom Lincoln slept in. Not a long tour we were there probably 15 or 20 minutes. But very informative. Don't pass up if your in the area.

This is one of those buildings where you need to take your time, stop, read, look at everything you possibly can. At first glance, it does not seem like much... but if you go deeper and start reading a bit... The bed in the Lincoln Bedroom upstairs, actual bed Lincoln slept in, The wool saddle cover, actually used by Lincoln when he road to the cemetery for the dedication. It is believed that the final touches of the Gettysburg address was completed here as well. For those of you who dive into history as well, the story of David Wells, and how Lincoln actually came to Gettysburg is quite interesting as too. Great place, and managed by the park service. FREE admission when open. More information and video on our blog site. Search for OurHauntedTravels.

The ranger stationed st house was very informative,But the museum setting ruined the historic value of it.Was expecting more of what the house looked like while the Wills lived there and the night Lincoln stayed there.The modernization of the inside of this house ruined its historic state. Inside should have been restored to what it looked like when Lincoln visited (restored like the Lee-Curtis mansion, Mt Vernon and even Lincolns home back in Springfield, Il

Great historical location, however, the NPS person there sort of spoiled the moment by telling me that the interior infrastructure was constructed inside the shell of the building. The same thing was done in Williamsburg. A recreation of history. It is very well done, and still worth the visit. Lincoln's bed was the most interesting item.

Interesting piece of history and one of the oldest homes in Gettysburg. More information about Lincoln’s visit and Will’s political influence than time pieces in the home. If you’re not interested in the history then this probably isn’t a must see for you as there isn’t much furniture or decorations in the home.

Cool piece of history right in downtown Gettysburg if you are a scholar or looking to learn more about why Lincoln gave the Gettysburg Address and even how they lived back then. It is very nicely maintained, but it is a little cramped, so be aware if you are bringing more than 5 people.

A splendid place for a visit! Vibrantly rich in history and colorfully decorated. Highly recommended.

Great exhibit that provides more insight into President Lincoln's time in Gettysburg

The Gettysburg address was written here, which is really mind boggling to think about. There is a fee to go in, so we just walked around the outside. The historical district that this house is in is great to walk around and feel the history!

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What an amazing experience this place is! The vast size of this battlefield is awe inspiring. Over 70,000 men lost their lives battling over a 24 acre piece of land, to either keep or do away with slavery. To learn and to actually be able to visualize how far a canon ball weighing 8 pounds could be launched a mile away with a canon two hundred years ago is truly incredible. The museum displays of the uniforms, handguns, rifles and various artifacts is extensive.I enjoyed the bus tour with the tour guide.It was interesting and fun to hear the narrative of the battle and learn about the little to unknown facts about the battle.In order to experience the entire Gettysburg site, it is easily a two day trip.For convenience, there is a small cafeteria in the main building. The new museum building was.built in 2008 and is very clean and modern. There is a good sized souvenir shop in the main building as well. There are also numerous nearby hotels, souvenir shops and restaurants in the City of Gettysburg.For the history buff, this is a must see place to visit.

What a day! The employees were all kind & informative & our tour guide on the bus was great. Thanks John. Gift shop had something for everyone. Highly recommend the bus tour then driving self on automotive tour (a self drive). They even have many options for free.

My wife needed a wheelchair and the staff were really helpful in getting her one and they helped at all the exhibit entrances. The cyclorama is completely different in a very good way from the use of lights, simulated cannon and gunfire and the narration of events. I went last time 25 years ago but this time they brought it to life.When it gets close to 5 be ready to exit quickly and that includes the gift shop. The rest rooms are cordoned off too.If you have a disabled member of your family take them to the drop off point with benches and then go to the disabled parking which is a 1/4 mile walk to the front entrance.

Go! I would go back here every year if I could. We were really blessed to have gotten an extraordinarily intelligent tour guide. For the people that do not know, to pass the tour guide exam for the battlefields is extremely difficult. There's even been many articles written about this. For the sake of this country, our brave soldiers and just the history alone, this is a must-do on everybody's vacation list! Go & emerge yourself in seeing & hearing what it took for freedom!

So beautiful.Well preserved.It feels alive with all the canons and monuments.Fences look like they have always been here.A must see if you are a fan of history.Get a map and follow the self guided tour. You will not be disappointed.

What an incredible place. I didn't have enough time to truly explore the entirety of it, as it is so incredibly vast. The bus tour was well worth the money, and comes with a very nice driver and a knowledgeable and friendly guide. Highly recommend that everyone should go, if possible, take a few days to really take it all in. I plan to return for a few days to hike it.

Amazing history! You really get a feel for the place where 51,000 lost their lives over a three day time period. I started to whistle while we walked, and then stopped as this is hallowed ground. Beautiful area.

History lesson at its best. Recommend starting with Cyclorama & Narrated movie to help put all the pieces together. So much took place over the 3 days of the fighting, that it is so helpful to get the overview. There is an App for the battlefield tour that guides you along the way. Very effective. There is also an App for all of the National Parks that adds extra content before heading out. Parking lots full of licenses from all over the US.

My significant other and I went here on vacation and it was wonderful. They have packages that are affordable, including a bus tour, and access to the museum. The park rangers do a lot of informative activities as well that are free. You could easily spend an entire day here between the tours (they have a self guided car version, an informative bus tour), the museum, and the additional activities run by the museum and parks department. The gift shop is beautiful, and reasonable as well. The staff at the front desk was very helpful and informative about what to take advantage of. I would visit here again if given the opportunity.

I would give it a 5 star but the cost to get in makes in inaccessible to many people. (Just over $20 as of Nov. 2023). The movie was a great summary of what led to the battle at Gettysburg and touched on the aftermath. It was better than I had expected.The cyclorama was impressive when you learn that it is an actual oil painting from the turn of the century - and moved to Gettysburg in 1913. It went through a restoration and if you are a fan of history or art, this is a must see.

Great experience with the family. One of the rangers was amazing teaching our daughter more about Gettysburg. We enjoys the self guided tour (the app is free and has audio to go with the tour) and the monuments had great descriptions to them. Really felt Abraham Lincoln’s words while reading the Gettysburg address at the cemetery.

Was in the area and could only spend 2hrs there, but we saw a lot on a piece of the driving tour and the fastest trip through the museum known to man.Even with limited time, it was so impressive that I'll go back with more time in my pocket.The battlegrounds are free, but the museum cost $12 and some change or $15+ for the full experience.

The best place to understand the history of United States 🇺🇸.Is the only and unique opportunity to feel, learn and see the artifacts of the Civil War. This place is outstanding.You can link the experience with other Histories places in PA and follow up the past, the present and the future. The museum has one of the biggest oil painting in the world which describes the reality of the battlefield of Gettysburg vs General Lee.If you willing to learn our freedom and why was important the emancipation, go and visit this area.Highly recommend: schedule a private tour for 3 hours and let the professional guide diving you to the past of the history.Unforgettable experience.Top 10 places to visit in PA.Stay in a local hotel. You will need plenty of time to walk, read and enjoy the activities.

We took the auto tour and loved it!! It took us about 2 hours and it is GPS driven. Very informative and gives you plenty of opportunity to get out and take pictures or get a closer look. The tour made us realize that we want to come back to the area and spend more time here. There are so many different things to do and see we can't wait to return!

I really enjoyed the walk through History. We used the national park app and we were able to enjoy the story being told to us at each one of the stops. The Monuments were beautiful and the park was well taken care of.

Went to Gettysburg Battlefield today. The grounds, the museum & visitor center were very informative. The staff we encountered were professional, courteous & cheerful. The visit had meaning, and was a thoughtful experience. I recommend you go there! Check it out!

Gettysburg National Military Park-AMAZING!I am a lover of American history and have visited many historical sights, memorials, and battlefields, Gettysburg is one of the best I have seen.The number of monuments, markers, and displays not only in the museum but all around the battlefield is just incredible.From the video in the visitor's center/ museum to the driving path, there is so much to see and learn.We downloaded the National Parks app which has a link to a free audio-guided tour. Loved it!I suggest- seeing the video, seeing the museum, driving the tour with the audio guide, and seeing the Gettysburg cemetery. See the spot where Lincoln gave the Gettysburg Address.

What a fabulous place. This is one of the cleanest and nicest places we have visited. The respect people have for this is amazing. The film, cyclamen and museum are wonderful and very moving. The staff is fantastic. We loved it! The auto tour was also great for us. We could take our time.

This is a must place to visit when you are in Gettysburg. Great place to learn about our history. Highly recommend this place for any age. They have a junior ranger program for kids. You would need a minumum of 3-4 hrs just for the museum alone. Very educational. Interesting facts and exhibits. Everyone was friendly and accomodating. They have a gift shop too. Overall a great experience.

I have promised myself many years ago to make this trip to this hallowed ground and I finally made it. The aura of this place is unique and the monuments,along with the excellent museum can really touch the visitor. I feel blessed for this experience.

We arrived in the last hour before the museum closed. It didn’t make sense for us to buy tickets. But there was still a number of interesting exhibits just in the large lobby to look at with no ticket required, above and beyond the gift shop.There are also well-marked and paved paths along the grounds leading to other outdoor battle sites of interest which we were able to avail ourselves of even after the welcome center closed. Outdoor signs gave context too so we had a good idea what we were looking at, all without having to buy a ticket. Pretty cool, Gettysburg!

National Parks have done a really excellent job in how they present the entire Military Park, including the Gettysburg Military Museum. It was very very impressive (and sad at the same time). Would certainly recommend a visit.

The Gettysburg Battlefield stands as a solemn testament to the courage and sacrifice of those who fought there. Walking through its hallowed grounds, one can't help but feel a profound sense of reverence for the thousands who gave their lives in the struggle for freedom. The meticulously preserved landscapes and monuments serve as poignant reminders of the brutality and heroism that unfolded during those fateful days in July 1863. Visiting Gettysburg is not merely a journey through history; it's a pilgrimage to honor the enduring legacy of those who fought and died for a cause greater than themselves.

We had a limited amount of time to explore the battlefield, and we had not realized how large the battlefield is, and how many monuments there were to visit. Our first stop was the Visitor's Center and a guide there suggested a few key spots we could check out in the short 1.5 hours we had. This was perfect. Of course, now we want to go back! One could easily spend 1 - 2 days here. I also like that you can see most of everything free of charge. You can opt to pay for extras that I'm sure enhance the experience, but the Visitor's Center, auto tour and walking trails are free.

I think should be a must for anyone. I was definitely surprised by the amount of foreigners that were visiting. The history in the museum and the surrounding areas is spectacular. Definitely take the auto tour if you don't do a bus. It's definitely worth it. It does take at least 2 hours to do the auto tour. You do need tspend the money and do the museum.

I never served in the military and was never that much of a history buff, but the experience did give me a new appreciation for the freedoms we tend to take for granted.Reading each of the engravings and the stories behind them, makes you realize how great a sacrifice was made by those who were determined to stand up for what they believed in!! Truly remarkable!!Looking across the vast, open fields, imagining the sheer bravery, chaos and sacrifice of those men was genuinely inspiring to me.There are also walking paths for those who are adventurous!I may have to post a second review to display my photos, since there are so many.There were so many monuments, unfortunately, I had to actually stop taking photos to continue on with my trip. But I’m going to use that as an excuse to come back again… lol.

I agree with that don't eat here because the prices are ridiculous and it's not run by the park service or anybody at the visitor center. It's like a third-party hired out café and the food is really bad quality.! The museum bookstore had an author signing, so we looked out and got a historical book for our son, author: William Styple signed! there's some snacks available there lots of historical books, lotta tchotchkes it seemed very commercialized like you can get a coffee mug with Gettysburg and Abraham Lincoln bubblehead lol. bus tours are $40 for adults. I can't remember the prices for kids and they have four of those that leave Daley. It looks like I'm not sure if it's going to change later in spring or summer hours and the visitor center is nice and the upkeep is nice, and the restrooms are clean. Very windy out on the battlefield. there is a tour where you sit in your car and watch a couple videos at various stop so you can get out and then there's the walking tour that takes about an hour and a half and then there's the bus tours that take about two hours..My family recommends the auto & walking tours, download the app. Learning about an important war in our country, shouldn't be considered a Tour strap and shouldn't be so much money specially if people need chip jars so apparently they're not getting paid a living wage which is a whole other story but yes, recommend going to Gettysburg at least once in your life and it's quite educational if you download the free tour...

Hard to understand the battle of Gettysburg without ever visiting the site. We tried to do the driving tour in two hours but didn't finish. I would recommend at least 2 days just to be able to get a good grasp of the site.

This is my 3rd visit and it changes every time. Took the bus tour first. Loved it. Then drove back into the area to do a deep dive exploration. Points to remember......all communications are done by horseback, troops walked everywhere to get to battle lines and proceed to fight on the same day, a shot from a cast iron cannon traveled 2 miles, over 3000 horse are killed at Gettsyburg alone........

Spent 3 hours touring the visitors center as there is so much to see! The Cyclorama, the film and museum were all top notch, professionally produced, informative and amazing to see. Highly recommend seeing this visitor center. Seeing the museum before touring the military park will help understand the battlefield and how the battle unfolded.

One of the most interesting and historical places in America. We started at the Visitors Center and found out you can do a self guided auto tour with narraration about each area. It takes you in order of the fighting in Gettysburg and describes what happened there. You literally could spend a month here, and still not be able to take it all in. I was able to get a much better idea of the strategy and learn more about how each state participated.

My husband and I experience the film/cyclorama/museum and Gettysburg bus tour offered by the Gettysburg National Military Museum and Visitors Center. We highly recommend all of these! Excellent experiences. Amazing tour and tour guide.

Amazing history and great park. Bookstore was huge and the self guided car tour was fantastic. This is a must see for every American and travelers the same. Solidify our history in our hearts and learn what it took to be what we are today!The park center is new and very spacious with plenty to see. Check out the presentation and learn about the way at Gettysburg. Large bookstore with tons of history and lots for the kids as well.Don’t forget your passport stamps.

This is one of the places in the United States, where, in order to understand American political history, it must be visited in person to understand the magnitude of what happened on that fateful day. What caused it? Who contributed to it even occurring in the first place? Why did it have to happen? And how it ended? The answers lies all around the field.

Amazingly done so well. The one year family pass was cheaper than a regular admission. So.. we are now members. I only saw about 1/2 of the museum so coming back is a plus. I can express how well done this museum is. My childhood memories can compete with my adult experience. The video narrated by Morgan freeman is a great place to start. The app for this area is detailed and. Done better than anything I have seen. Next time I come I want to do a bus tour! Built to accommodate many people didn’t feel crowded!

So well done! Definitely do the cyclorama and a guided tour. We did the bus tour with Gary...he was amazing! After the bus tour we went through the museum. Suggest doing museum 1st, then bus tour. The videos presented throughout the museum are awesome! Very well done. They also have representatives from Gettysburg tourism to suggest things to do

What a great experience and a chance to learn about our American history. It’s well worth taking the bus tour.

2024–05-04 - 5 StarsRained the day we were there but other wise was a great day.We will return to see more of what we missed.Plan on packing your own lunch or snack. The restaurant in side is WAY OVERPRICED and not that great. Average at best. Over 75 dollars for 3 people and you get plastic utensils. Again don’t waste your time or money on the restaurant.

Amazing experience. Very moving. The museum is well done and the cyclorama was fantastic! We also took the Gettysburg tour bus around the battlefields. The tour guide was knowledgeable and had a sense of humor. If you're in the area its well worth the stop.

More history than can ever be absorbed in one day exists in this museum.This is a great place to start your journey of the war that took place on Gettysburg. I learned things while in this place I hadn't known before.There are so many weapons, men fighting for a cause, and the expanse of the battlefield is awe-inspiring. From this museum, it's not hard to download the app that takes you to different places on the battlefield and learn what happened and who was there fighting. Take your time, if you have it, because it's extensive. We went on a weekday and it was busy so I can't imagine what it would look like on a weekend in the summer. Take plenty of water and an open mind while touring the battlefield. Absorb it and take it all in to get the best experience while here!!!

The short film and cyclorama painting were worth seeing, but I expected a museum with more artifacts, considering the fee. I would have appreciated a longer film with more detail about the battle, too. The battlefield(s) would have been more understandable. A moving and worthwhile visit, nevertheless.

I visited on a Thursday morning. We were on our way home so had limited time. Staff was very friendly and helpful. We unfortunately did not have the time to go thru the museum. What I read indicates you need 4 hours. There is one hall that you can view for free. It consists of a lot of items that have been found on the battleground. It was very interesting. They have a map of the battleground park available however it is not very accurate. Google was very helpful finding the memorials we wanted to see. We look forward to coming back and spending more time. The park is well maintained and well labeled. There are a lot of options for how you tour the park. Self-guided, with a group and there are options for private guides. The heritage guides even dress up. You can use guides from the park itself and there are lots of companies that offer guides as well.

The cyclorama is an amazing experience both in presentation and as an actual piece of history itself. It could easily take 2 days for a history buff to properly tour the museum and the gift shop prices were lower than expected.

This is a really nice park, very educational, and very clean. The prices in the gift shops and restaurants are on the higher side, but that’s to be expected at a tourist trap. I downloaded one of the self-guided tours for my iPhone, and I have to say that it was one of the best things that I've done while visiting Gettysburg. The tour was extremely informative, and it's well laid out and worked well with my Google Maps, so I knew exactly where to go.

This is one of the best museum experiences you can have. The museum is filled with history. Don't miss the movie and rotunda experience. The battlefield is HUGE! I recommend doing the auto tour if this is your first visit. There is a beautiful cafeteria with plenty of choices if you get hungry. If your bringing your own food thier are plenty of picnic tables and benches.

I highly recommend making the visitor center your first stop. The staff was very helpful and guided us in all of our options and ways to see everything. This is a good place to get an understanding of the battle and the history of the war. The museum is filled with authentic pieces from the battle and it really brings you to the emotions that had to fill the battlefields. The cemetery is quite an honor to be able to walk through and pay our respects to the people that shaped our country to what it is today. The loss of thousands of people is very somber and you can walk peacefully through the lands that people were fighting war on. Well worth the trip and I'd definitely recommend it to any American who is lacking gratitude for their freedom!

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What an amazing experience this place is! The vast size of this battlefield is awe inspiring. Over 70,000 men lost their lives battling over a 24 acre piece of land, to either keep or do away with slavery. To learn and to actually be able to visualize how far a canon ball weighing 8 pounds could be launched a mile away with a canon two hundred years ago is truly incredible. The museum displays of the uniforms, handguns, rifles and various artifacts is extensive.I enjoyed the bus tour with the tour guide.It was interesting and fun to hear the narrative of the battle and learn about the little to unknown facts about the battle.In order to experience the entire Gettysburg site, it is easily a two day trip.For convenience, there is a small cafeteria in the main building. The new museum building was.built in 2008 and is very clean and modern. There is a good sized souvenir shop in the main building as well. There are also numerous nearby hotels, souvenir shops and restaurants in the City of Gettysburg.For the history buff, this is a must see place to visit.

What a day! The employees were all kind & informative & our tour guide on the bus was great. Thanks John. Gift shop had something for everyone. Highly recommend the bus tour then driving self on automotive tour (a self drive). They even have many options for free.

My wife needed a wheelchair and the staff were really helpful in getting her one and they helped at all the exhibit entrances. The cyclorama is completely different in a very good way from the use of lights, simulated cannon and gunfire and the narration of events. I went last time 25 years ago but this time they brought it to life.When it gets close to 5 be ready to exit quickly and that includes the gift shop. The rest rooms are cordoned off too.If you have a disabled member of your family take them to the drop off point with benches and then go to the disabled parking which is a 1/4 mile walk to the front entrance.

Go! I would go back here every year if I could. We were really blessed to have gotten an extraordinarily intelligent tour guide. For the people that do not know, to pass the tour guide exam for the battlefields is extremely difficult. There's even been many articles written about this. For the sake of this country, our brave soldiers and just the history alone, this is a must-do on everybody's vacation list! Go & emerge yourself in seeing & hearing what it took for freedom!

So beautiful.Well preserved.It feels alive with all the canons and monuments.Fences look like they have always been here.A must see if you are a fan of history.Get a map and follow the self guided tour. You will not be disappointed.

What an incredible place. I didn't have enough time to truly explore the entirety of it, as it is so incredibly vast. The bus tour was well worth the money, and comes with a very nice driver and a knowledgeable and friendly guide. Highly recommend that everyone should go, if possible, take a few days to really take it all in. I plan to return for a few days to hike it.

Amazing history! You really get a feel for the place where 51,000 lost their lives over a three day time period. I started to whistle while we walked, and then stopped as this is hallowed ground. Beautiful area.

History lesson at its best. Recommend starting with Cyclorama & Narrated movie to help put all the pieces together. So much took place over the 3 days of the fighting, that it is so helpful to get the overview. There is an App for the battlefield tour that guides you along the way. Very effective. There is also an App for all of the National Parks that adds extra content before heading out. Parking lots full of licenses from all over the US.

My significant other and I went here on vacation and it was wonderful. They have packages that are affordable, including a bus tour, and access to the museum. The park rangers do a lot of informative activities as well that are free. You could easily spend an entire day here between the tours (they have a self guided car version, an informative bus tour), the museum, and the additional activities run by the museum and parks department. The gift shop is beautiful, and reasonable as well. The staff at the front desk was very helpful and informative about what to take advantage of. I would visit here again if given the opportunity.

I would give it a 5 star but the cost to get in makes in inaccessible to many people. (Just over $20 as of Nov. 2023). The movie was a great summary of what led to the battle at Gettysburg and touched on the aftermath. It was better than I had expected.The cyclorama was impressive when you learn that it is an actual oil painting from the turn of the century - and moved to Gettysburg in 1913. It went through a restoration and if you are a fan of history or art, this is a must see.

Great experience with the family. One of the rangers was amazing teaching our daughter more about Gettysburg. We enjoys the self guided tour (the app is free and has audio to go with the tour) and the monuments had great descriptions to them. Really felt Abraham Lincoln’s words while reading the Gettysburg address at the cemetery.

Was in the area and could only spend 2hrs there, but we saw a lot on a piece of the driving tour and the fastest trip through the museum known to man.Even with limited time, it was so impressive that I'll go back with more time in my pocket.The battlegrounds are free, but the museum cost $12 and some change or $15+ for the full experience.

The best place to understand the history of United States 🇺🇸.Is the only and unique opportunity to feel, learn and see the artifacts of the Civil War. This place is outstanding.You can link the experience with other Histories places in PA and follow up the past, the present and the future. The museum has one of the biggest oil painting in the world which describes the reality of the battlefield of Gettysburg vs General Lee.If you willing to learn our freedom and why was important the emancipation, go and visit this area.Highly recommend: schedule a private tour for 3 hours and let the professional guide diving you to the past of the history.Unforgettable experience.Top 10 places to visit in PA.Stay in a local hotel. You will need plenty of time to walk, read and enjoy the activities.

We took the auto tour and loved it!! It took us about 2 hours and it is GPS driven. Very informative and gives you plenty of opportunity to get out and take pictures or get a closer look. The tour made us realize that we want to come back to the area and spend more time here. There are so many different things to do and see we can't wait to return!

I really enjoyed the walk through History. We used the national park app and we were able to enjoy the story being told to us at each one of the stops. The Monuments were beautiful and the park was well taken care of.

Went to Gettysburg Battlefield today. The grounds, the museum & visitor center were very informative. The staff we encountered were professional, courteous & cheerful. The visit had meaning, and was a thoughtful experience. I recommend you go there! Check it out!

Gettysburg National Military Park-AMAZING!I am a lover of American history and have visited many historical sights, memorials, and battlefields, Gettysburg is one of the best I have seen.The number of monuments, markers, and displays not only in the museum but all around the battlefield is just incredible.From the video in the visitor's center/ museum to the driving path, there is so much to see and learn.We downloaded the National Parks app which has a link to a free audio-guided tour. Loved it!I suggest- seeing the video, seeing the museum, driving the tour with the audio guide, and seeing the Gettysburg cemetery. See the spot where Lincoln gave the Gettysburg Address.

What a fabulous place. This is one of the cleanest and nicest places we have visited. The respect people have for this is amazing. The film, cyclamen and museum are wonderful and very moving. The staff is fantastic. We loved it! The auto tour was also great for us. We could take our time.

This is a must place to visit when you are in Gettysburg. Great place to learn about our history. Highly recommend this place for any age. They have a junior ranger program for kids. You would need a minumum of 3-4 hrs just for the museum alone. Very educational. Interesting facts and exhibits. Everyone was friendly and accomodating. They have a gift shop too. Overall a great experience.

I have promised myself many years ago to make this trip to this hallowed ground and I finally made it. The aura of this place is unique and the monuments,along with the excellent museum can really touch the visitor. I feel blessed for this experience.

We arrived in the last hour before the museum closed. It didn’t make sense for us to buy tickets. But there was still a number of interesting exhibits just in the large lobby to look at with no ticket required, above and beyond the gift shop.There are also well-marked and paved paths along the grounds leading to other outdoor battle sites of interest which we were able to avail ourselves of even after the welcome center closed. Outdoor signs gave context too so we had a good idea what we were looking at, all without having to buy a ticket. Pretty cool, Gettysburg!

National Parks have done a really excellent job in how they present the entire Military Park, including the Gettysburg Military Museum. It was very very impressive (and sad at the same time). Would certainly recommend a visit.

The Gettysburg Battlefield stands as a solemn testament to the courage and sacrifice of those who fought there. Walking through its hallowed grounds, one can't help but feel a profound sense of reverence for the thousands who gave their lives in the struggle for freedom. The meticulously preserved landscapes and monuments serve as poignant reminders of the brutality and heroism that unfolded during those fateful days in July 1863. Visiting Gettysburg is not merely a journey through history; it's a pilgrimage to honor the enduring legacy of those who fought and died for a cause greater than themselves.

We had a limited amount of time to explore the battlefield, and we had not realized how large the battlefield is, and how many monuments there were to visit. Our first stop was the Visitor's Center and a guide there suggested a few key spots we could check out in the short 1.5 hours we had. This was perfect. Of course, now we want to go back! One could easily spend 1 - 2 days here. I also like that you can see most of everything free of charge. You can opt to pay for extras that I'm sure enhance the experience, but the Visitor's Center, auto tour and walking trails are free.

I think should be a must for anyone. I was definitely surprised by the amount of foreigners that were visiting. The history in the museum and the surrounding areas is spectacular. Definitely take the auto tour if you don't do a bus. It's definitely worth it. It does take at least 2 hours to do the auto tour. You do need tspend the money and do the museum.

I never served in the military and was never that much of a history buff, but the experience did give me a new appreciation for the freedoms we tend to take for granted.Reading each of the engravings and the stories behind them, makes you realize how great a sacrifice was made by those who were determined to stand up for what they believed in!! Truly remarkable!!Looking across the vast, open fields, imagining the sheer bravery, chaos and sacrifice of those men was genuinely inspiring to me.There are also walking paths for those who are adventurous!I may have to post a second review to display my photos, since there are so many.There were so many monuments, unfortunately, I had to actually stop taking photos to continue on with my trip. But I’m going to use that as an excuse to come back again… lol.

I agree with that don't eat here because the prices are ridiculous and it's not run by the park service or anybody at the visitor center. It's like a third-party hired out café and the food is really bad quality.! The museum bookstore had an author signing, so we looked out and got a historical book for our son, author: William Styple signed! there's some snacks available there lots of historical books, lotta tchotchkes it seemed very commercialized like you can get a coffee mug with Gettysburg and Abraham Lincoln bubblehead lol. bus tours are $40 for adults. I can't remember the prices for kids and they have four of those that leave Daley. It looks like I'm not sure if it's going to change later in spring or summer hours and the visitor center is nice and the upkeep is nice, and the restrooms are clean. Very windy out on the battlefield. there is a tour where you sit in your car and watch a couple videos at various stop so you can get out and then there's the walking tour that takes about an hour and a half and then there's the bus tours that take about two hours..My family recommends the auto & walking tours, download the app. Learning about an important war in our country, shouldn't be considered a Tour strap and shouldn't be so much money specially if people need chip jars so apparently they're not getting paid a living wage which is a whole other story but yes, recommend going to Gettysburg at least once in your life and it's quite educational if you download the free tour...

Hard to understand the battle of Gettysburg without ever visiting the site. We tried to do the driving tour in two hours but didn't finish. I would recommend at least 2 days just to be able to get a good grasp of the site.

This is my 3rd visit and it changes every time. Took the bus tour first. Loved it. Then drove back into the area to do a deep dive exploration. Points to remember......all communications are done by horseback, troops walked everywhere to get to battle lines and proceed to fight on the same day, a shot from a cast iron cannon traveled 2 miles, over 3000 horse are killed at Gettsyburg alone........

Spent 3 hours touring the visitors center as there is so much to see! The Cyclorama, the film and museum were all top notch, professionally produced, informative and amazing to see. Highly recommend seeing this visitor center. Seeing the museum before touring the military park will help understand the battlefield and how the battle unfolded.

One of the most interesting and historical places in America. We started at the Visitors Center and found out you can do a self guided auto tour with narraration about each area. It takes you in order of the fighting in Gettysburg and describes what happened there. You literally could spend a month here, and still not be able to take it all in. I was able to get a much better idea of the strategy and learn more about how each state participated.

My husband and I experience the film/cyclorama/museum and Gettysburg bus tour offered by the Gettysburg National Military Museum and Visitors Center. We highly recommend all of these! Excellent experiences. Amazing tour and tour guide.

Amazing history and great park. Bookstore was huge and the self guided car tour was fantastic. This is a must see for every American and travelers the same. Solidify our history in our hearts and learn what it took to be what we are today!The park center is new and very spacious with plenty to see. Check out the presentation and learn about the way at Gettysburg. Large bookstore with tons of history and lots for the kids as well.Don’t forget your passport stamps.

This is one of the places in the United States, where, in order to understand American political history, it must be visited in person to understand the magnitude of what happened on that fateful day. What caused it? Who contributed to it even occurring in the first place? Why did it have to happen? And how it ended? The answers lies all around the field.

Amazingly done so well. The one year family pass was cheaper than a regular admission. So.. we are now members. I only saw about 1/2 of the museum so coming back is a plus. I can express how well done this museum is. My childhood memories can compete with my adult experience. The video narrated by Morgan freeman is a great place to start. The app for this area is detailed and. Done better than anything I have seen. Next time I come I want to do a bus tour! Built to accommodate many people didn’t feel crowded!

So well done! Definitely do the cyclorama and a guided tour. We did the bus tour with Gary...he was amazing! After the bus tour we went through the museum. Suggest doing museum 1st, then bus tour. The videos presented throughout the museum are awesome! Very well done. They also have representatives from Gettysburg tourism to suggest things to do

What a great experience and a chance to learn about our American history. It’s well worth taking the bus tour.

2024–05-04 - 5 StarsRained the day we were there but other wise was a great day.We will return to see more of what we missed.Plan on packing your own lunch or snack. The restaurant in side is WAY OVERPRICED and not that great. Average at best. Over 75 dollars for 3 people and you get plastic utensils. Again don’t waste your time or money on the restaurant.

Amazing experience. Very moving. The museum is well done and the cyclorama was fantastic! We also took the Gettysburg tour bus around the battlefields. The tour guide was knowledgeable and had a sense of humor. If you're in the area its well worth the stop.

More history than can ever be absorbed in one day exists in this museum.This is a great place to start your journey of the war that took place on Gettysburg. I learned things while in this place I hadn't known before.There are so many weapons, men fighting for a cause, and the expanse of the battlefield is awe-inspiring. From this museum, it's not hard to download the app that takes you to different places on the battlefield and learn what happened and who was there fighting. Take your time, if you have it, because it's extensive. We went on a weekday and it was busy so I can't imagine what it would look like on a weekend in the summer. Take plenty of water and an open mind while touring the battlefield. Absorb it and take it all in to get the best experience while here!!!

The short film and cyclorama painting were worth seeing, but I expected a museum with more artifacts, considering the fee. I would have appreciated a longer film with more detail about the battle, too. The battlefield(s) would have been more understandable. A moving and worthwhile visit, nevertheless.

I visited on a Thursday morning. We were on our way home so had limited time. Staff was very friendly and helpful. We unfortunately did not have the time to go thru the museum. What I read indicates you need 4 hours. There is one hall that you can view for free. It consists of a lot of items that have been found on the battleground. It was very interesting. They have a map of the battleground park available however it is not very accurate. Google was very helpful finding the memorials we wanted to see. We look forward to coming back and spending more time. The park is well maintained and well labeled. There are a lot of options for how you tour the park. Self-guided, with a group and there are options for private guides. The heritage guides even dress up. You can use guides from the park itself and there are lots of companies that offer guides as well.

The cyclorama is an amazing experience both in presentation and as an actual piece of history itself. It could easily take 2 days for a history buff to properly tour the museum and the gift shop prices were lower than expected.

This is a really nice park, very educational, and very clean. The prices in the gift shops and restaurants are on the higher side, but that’s to be expected at a tourist trap. I downloaded one of the self-guided tours for my iPhone, and I have to say that it was one of the best things that I've done while visiting Gettysburg. The tour was extremely informative, and it's well laid out and worked well with my Google Maps, so I knew exactly where to go.

This is one of the best museum experiences you can have. The museum is filled with history. Don't miss the movie and rotunda experience. The battlefield is HUGE! I recommend doing the auto tour if this is your first visit. There is a beautiful cafeteria with plenty of choices if you get hungry. If your bringing your own food thier are plenty of picnic tables and benches.

I highly recommend making the visitor center your first stop. The staff was very helpful and guided us in all of our options and ways to see everything. This is a good place to get an understanding of the battle and the history of the war. The museum is filled with authentic pieces from the battle and it really brings you to the emotions that had to fill the battlefields. The cemetery is quite an honor to be able to walk through and pay our respects to the people that shaped our country to what it is today. The loss of thousands of people is very somber and you can walk peacefully through the lands that people were fighting war on. Well worth the trip and I'd definitely recommend it to any American who is lacking gratitude for their freedom!

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excellent facility and college experience

As employee very clickish. Very dirty. Can't believe people pay this much to live in those dorms. Crazy. Nothing but parties.

As beautiful as the first time I was there in 1972. Nice visit for my wife and me...we graduated from D'son together in 1975.

Great tour, definitely makes the short list.

Looks like a nice place never been inside

i’m about to start in the fall 2024. great academic programs, professors get to know you well, beautiful campus, and surrounding town is cute

not fun. kind of weird. has some nice people i guess.

Has a variety of different programs & majors of studies to spark any student's interest. My cousin earned a scholarship to this prestigious private university.Website: https://www.dickinson.edu/homepage/199/academic_programs

Grounds are beautiful and it has a great atmosphere. Athletic facilities are pretty good and do open a lot to the public. Professor Marshall is top notch. Great staffing makes an educational facility.

I love the college grounds!! Great down town! Very professional admissions office with very adequate follow-up...!Still waiting to see the results of the education, my student has only just begun. Seems promising!!

Grads make 40-60k entry after grad? I haven't made 40-60k after 3 years. Combined. This college is an entertainment for high schoolers who aren't bored enough to get a job; paid for by parents, exclusively. How much money can we give you to get a degree to prove that we've been trained in nothing? I can totally write a report, I can take direction, but there are no jobs that this school prepared you for, and their career dept is worthless.But hey, pretty sure I at least had decent grammar there ....

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Great Liberal Arts College. Dickinson has a very strong and demanding Science curriculum. Professors are extremely interested in seeing their students succeed and will go the extra mile if they see you do the same. It may be a little tough to adapt from a very urban environment, however, being in Dickinson takes many distractions away from an urban environment. Everything is close and one doesn’t have to worry about transportation from one place to another because everyone walks or rides a bike.

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One of our favorite spots! ❤The staff are all friendly and attentive.Many taps to choose from, if you enjoy locally brewed beverages. 🍺 I enjoyed one that used 50 pounds if carrots grown at Dickinson college. It was really good!Food is reliably good and original. Thank you, MP!!!

I couldn’t find a café open at 7pm for some reason so I stumbled upon this place. I wasn’t hungry but ordered a Grilled Bratwurst w/out bun (keto) over chili and a side salad. They charged $2 to upgrade from fries to salad which is slightly ridiculous but whateverService - Everyone was friendly and attentive. Jimothy was hilarious, he wasn’t my server but he entertained us with riddles and practically did an impromptu comedy set lol (This is the reason I upgraded from 4.5 stars to 5, -1/2 star for the above average food)Food - good enough, a little bland but its expected (see pictures)Oh Coffee was also whatever. Beer looked great but I was going to start driving so I skipped this time

I only got a chance to grab to go beers because of schedule due to a wedding in the area- and I only wish I could give them a full try for fresh beer and their inviting food menu.The bartender was very nice and engaging even in my brief experience, which was especially appreciated since they were pretty packed on that Friday night when I visited. I enjoyed the atmosphere and felt it would be a nice place to sit back and tie one on.I grabbed the Common Sense Double IPA and the Peanut Butter Porter, and ended up really liking both. The IPA was impressively smooth for the style and ABV. And the Porter was a nice version of what's becoming American micro standard faire, as the lack of added chocolate flavor and excess sweetness allowed the malts to shine. If I can get back to this area of PA, I will definitely stop again, and I hope they may get over to Pittsburgh to buy.

Sorry but the experience was very embarrassing. We brought in about 20 or so people with about 10 more lagging behind. Avg age probably around 45. Your "not your waitress" treated everyone like children. Party greater than 6 one check we can understand that. Must be seated to order sounded a little annoying. Couldn't order at the bar either. But to have an attitude right off the bat with everyone as soon as they come in doesn't open peoples wallets. About 10 of the people were never in your establishment before. Probably won't be back. Who knows. So between that and everyone who was going to order food and 3 or 4 drinks im assuming ya lost out a little bit. Probably won't make a difference me writing this review. But if this is how you treat everyone who comes in with a larger party then i cant see us coming back again. We as in myself and 2 others used to stop in once or twice a month. Not sure the newbies will be back either. Everyone was pretty annoyed with the treatment. We probably spent over 2k the previous times we have come in. This group would have been close to that. Everyone drove and nobody was sloppy drunk if you are wondering. Happy st. Patrick's day.

Not the first that we've been here, but it's been a while since our last visit, so we went there for lunch. I had their grilled chicken wings with a hop dry rub and they were crisp on the outside & moist inside with just the right amount of bite. My wife had a BLT wrap and a green side salad which met with her approval. I had a couple of Patriot Pale Ales while my wife had a flight of three beers - one lager and two NEIPAs. All the beers were very cold, crisp & delicious. A nice touch of decor were the antique pistols doubling as beer taps - see photo.

One of the best breweries in the area. They have an awesome menu that can please anyone. They finally brought back the snack pack which is my personal favorite. Great rotation of beers to fit everyone’s tastes.

One of my favorite places to visit when in Carlisle, food is top notch and the beers are well made and offer a brew type for every palet.I highly recommend the peanut butter porter

Nice place to grab a quick beer and a snack in downtown Carlisle. Great selection of beers, served both on tap or in cans. Not a huge menu but what they do have is fresh and tasty. Got busy on a Wednesday afternoon with only two servers, both of whom were friendly and efficient.

Very friendly service and a solid selection of beer. I did not sample any food but from the other guests in our party the food was delicious. Looking forward to coming here again.Update:Was able to sample the food and was not disappointed. The onion mayo is legit and needs to be bottled it’s so good. The beers this round did not disappoint either. Service here was great again, I feel like this is a hidden gem in Carlisle and love to visit the place.

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My only complaint is it's run by the army. #airForceIt's a great museum and the little gift shop is really well populated. It's aimed at all ages and is good with lots of touch and learn things for kids.Free entrance. Donation requesting. You're able to get a self guided tour.

Amazing! Extremely interactive and historical look at Army history from Revolutionary War time thru Gulf War. Lots of photos, clear explanations and original equipment built into full scale displays that can be walked through, entered, etc... Both honors our military and those who served in a respectful way as well as accurately depicts conditions and hazards our troops experienced.We only walked outside and did not get to see the museum indoors. Please be sure to allow at least 2 hours or more for this amazing facility. Also, note that the majority of this facility both indoors and out is handicap accessible. Five star

This place was an interesting surprise. We saw the military equipment from the thruway unaware of what it was, and took a chance visit. Loved the museum interaction and the many displays out on the paths. Great learning experience.

The US Army did a magnificent job at laying out the history of the different conflicts in a way that would capture the imagination. We took our kids on this field trip to learn more about military history and we were not disappointed.

I recommend only walking on cooler days, as there are very few trees and shady places to walk though. It was a good little trail just to cruise through. Tons of wood bees near the back end of the trail. It was interesting to read about what they had showcased there.

Took my parents to visit since my dad is a military history nerd. We had a lot of fun and learned so much! I would highly recommend visiting as something to do on a random weekend. It's all free too!The indoor exhibit is super interesting. I highly recommend getting the solider cards from the information deck. The interactive exhibit are fun and add a great personal touch to the history you're reading. There's a LOT of information so plan to take your time to get the full affect. There's also some fun stuff that I think kids will love like a parachute simulation and virtual shooting range.The outdoor path is awesome! The signs scattered throughout explain what you're seeing and provide information as current as 2023! The German bunker and the World War 1 trench were my favorite but I also enjoyed the tanks and helicopter.There is limited shade along the outdoor path, so I high suggest bringing a water bottle out with you and wearing your sunscreen.

My wife and I home school our children, so we are always looking for field trip ideas to break up the monotony of just being stuck at home every day doing your schooling. We like to get the kids out of the house and still have it counted as a learning experience. We definitely found that at the US Army Heritage and Education Center. The kids learned a little, got hands-on with some of the very detailed exhibits, and even got a little exercise on the mile long Heritage Trail outside the Education Center. There was so much to see and do. It kept us all occupied for hours. The employees that we came in contact with were all great, full of information, and ready to answer any questions with very enthusiastic attitudes. Overall, this place is huge and filled with so much content. I definitely recommend it for families who might be home schooling their children, but honestly for anyone who is looking for something to fill their day and looking to learn a little something as well. Thanks for a great field trip.

This was our first family visit, and we were very impressed. The breadth of topics represented was amazing. We had mainly come to see the exhibit about the role of comics in the military, and it was fascinating.In addition, we enjoyed the interactive elements in the museum. My husband and I both rode on the simulated parachute, and sat in a bunker.We finished off our visit in the gift shop. We bought tshirts, but there were many other relevant items for sale.We will definitely return.

I love their interactive exhibit and the trail is a fun and interesting place to walk!

If you or your kids are into army stuff this is a must visit! You can learn so much about different periods of conflict around the globe and the involvement of the US Army. Impressive and well maintained collection of stationary exhibits, some of them very interactive and ready to be touched and felt. Lovely surroundings! Great gift shop where you can get your own dog tags made. Impressive way to honor our heroes!

Great place to learn about the Army. So many exhibits and expansive grounds with trails for walking. So much to do here, you can enjoy a visit with a little time or spend all day.

This is a very nice museum to visit if you like learning about history. There are many interactive things at the museum that make it unique compared to others. There is also a whole outside ground full of bunkers and cabins you can tour. A few on the interactive activities inside weren't accurate, like the gun shooting station or the telephone to listen to soldiers calling home, but other than that it was great!

I've been coming here for quite a while. So when my wife and I came home for a vacation, we decided to bring her sons here. They loved it, and I enjoyed sharing the experience with them. The walk-through inside is amazing. And filled with great facts and displays about the army. The outdoor trail takes you through all time periods related to the US Army. It's a great place for a day trip, and you can visit historic Carlisle.

Excellent grounds to walk to explore historical military replicas and transportation vehicles. Inside is filled with such education. Definitely a must stop. There is something here for all ages.

Went there with the family and it was a great experience! There is an indoor museum with displays to both look at and interact with. A couple displays may be too graphic for children but it really is a great learning experience for Children and adults! There is also a hiking trail on the side of the facility with tanks, forts, and a couple helicopters to see. All this along with a gift shop! 😁❣️

The US Army heritage is a rich tapestry of courage, sacrifice, and resilience. Its interactive exhibits offer a captivating journey through time, highlighting pivotal moments in American military history. Visitors can explore meticulously curated displays, engaging with artifacts and learning about the soldiers who shaped our nation's destiny. The informative presentations provide a comprehensive understanding of the Army's evolution, from its inception to modern-day operations. This immersive experience fosters a deep appreciation for the men and women who have served, showcasing their unwavering commitment to protecting freedom and upholding values. The US Army heritage is a must-visit destination for anyone seeking to honor and understand the indelible mark the Army has left on American history.

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Great place for a adventure. Especially love the pool(when it's open) and the Christmas lights event. We were frustrated with the pool hours and availability this past year but hopefully they will be more prepared with staff this year. We paid the fee for just the splash pad and baby pool only, but it honestly felt like a rip off. Be advised they are very strict about bringing any food into the pool too which is unlike anything I've seen at other local pools. Makes it incredibly hard for a family, when you have to move everything at lunch and move again back into the pool. I'd pay a little more to be able to bring a pizza in and some drinks/ snacks for the kids.

Great place to walk and explore nature. Looking forward to seeing more of the park and its trails as the weather gets warmer.

This park is a gem, and I was so fortunate to have been able to join the guided hike!This is a great place to explore and enjoy for all ages. There is a great wooden playground for the kiddies, too.Plus, the beautiful butterfly garden was in full bloom. I had a fantastic time today!

Little buffalo is yet another one of the Pennsylvania State Park getaway. 30 minutes from Harrisburg or just around the corner if you live in Perry county, Little Buffalo has tons to offer. There is a huge swimming pool with 2 slides and a depth of 5 feet. Paddle boat and other small vessel rentals. Little Buffalo also has camping and I believe 40 ish little cabins for rent.

We camped at Little Buffalo SP campground in Sept 2021 in site 40. It had room for our tent, was nicely separate from other sites, had good cell service and was just a short walk to the bath house which was new and very clean. This is the smallest SP campground we have visited, yet was very nice, and clean. We saw 2 other sites (23 & 33) which would also be very doable for us. One plus, while 40 was not an electric site, it did have an outlet there for our air mattress, and lights could also be used if we had any. Only downside, no real good trees for hammocks. The DCNR Rangers came around every 2 hours it seemed, and were extremely friendly. I think a team of 5 guys came to clean the bathhouse. A rooster could be heard, not sure where he was from. I would say the park (which we hiked to one day, drove to to start a hike the next) is exceptional. We really enjoyed the hiking trails with nice sights along the way. There is a really nice lake (we were a week too late for boat rental), a big pool, and many spots for day trip picnics/cookouts around the park. The campground has 3 walk-in sites. They are a long way in, but once you get there they are huge, flat, shaded and well separated from each other. Definitely will return.

I attended The Wild Women Retreat as my first experience at Little Buffalo, and I can't to return with my kiddos. I keep hearing the pool is really nice. My experience included kayaking lessons and a nature hike through the woods. The lessons were thorough and well-done, and I feel like if I had to kayak, I could do it now. We even saw bald eagles and turtles on the lake during the class. I definitely want to come back to this hidden gem!

This park is a treasure for the area. The playgrounds are really cool - log style, and always nicely maintained. There is a lake for boating (small, no gas engines allowed I don't think), their lagoon style pool is amazing! Though it can get crowded on the weekends with people coming out from the Harrisburg area.I also really enjoyed the camping area, though some sites are a bit exposed, be careful to pick one that's more shaded if you're in a tent in the summertime.

Nice park with a lake and a covered bridge. The campground seems quite large and they also have a pool.

As far as the pool goes, it's honestly the best pool around in my opinion. I prefer to go during the week since the weekends can get crazy busy. It is cash only, no food and drinks in the pool area except for water but you can exit and reenter the pool to have a picnic outside the fenced in pool area. Tons of lifeguards, friendly workers. Highly recommend!

Very small but quaint campground with clean facilities. Nice trails for hiking along with a nice lake for fishing. Only bad point, do not pull up to the office towing your camper, you will bottom out.

Fun place for families, kids will enjoy the swing and exploring the woods and small streams.Clean restrooms, and working charger for electric vehicles

Great family time during the Christmas light trail. Everything was beautiful

We had our sons 13 birthday celebrations at the picnic area.it is beautiful place.we enjoyed the pool and food as well.bathrooms are clean and changing rooms were nice and clean too.Thanks for everything.we will be back for boating next year.

A free, fun, CLEAN, place for you and your loved ones to go when you have a desire to enjoy the outdoors and enjoy being together as a family too!!The pool is GREAT for people of all ages!!! There's a small fee for the pool, cash only for a heads up (as of 08-31-2023... this may change in the future, be sure to check out the website before going)

What a beautiful place 😍. Went to the park a little later than usual. But what a spectacular place it is. Snapped a couple of pictures of the beauty of the lake. Went on a little hike through the forest. And wow !!! How beautiful this place is. Got to see the covered bridge and caboose on the grounds. Went up a long flight of stairs to view the lake. Gorgeous 🥰. But I will definitely be back to take in all of its beauty.

I stayed at a Camping Cottage this weekend. I really enjoyed the Cottage. The shower house-restroom was very nice. I took my kayak out on Holman lake. It was scenic and fun. The various trails around the park were also interesting.

A very nice, small state park campground. The waterpark is right beside the campground, maybe 1/4 mile away. If you are staying at the campground you get a discount for the waterpark. We will be back next year! The kids had a great time.

Was driving to different areas and heard about this place and it didn't disappoint. Please take any trash out you may have so we can keep these places nice for our children and others who enjoy the outdoors.

Stayed one of those little cottages with three nights. The cottage was perfect for my needs and the bathhouse is gorgeously new. All of the playgrounds the pool and lake are well maintained areas

Great campground. we camp here often. It's only an hour away, yet we feel 100 miles away while we're here. We bring our dogs with us, and they love it too! only downfall is the water ro the campsites hasn't been active the past two years we've been here. You can still fill up your tanks before you get to your site, but it would still be nice! It's a small issue, so it's not enough for me to post only a 4 star. We still lo e it.

My husband and I visited Little Buffalo to enjoy a little fall color (turned out to be a LOT of fall color!) and were pleasantly surprised at all the park had to offer! Lots of beautiful hiking trails with plenty of signage, clean facilities, plenty of parking and family friendly attractions. We will definitely be back!

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1579 State Park Rd, Newport, PA 17074, USA

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Must visitWonderful brewery.. Something for everyone.Brews..cocktails...wine...crushesGreat staff food and entertainment. Live bands ...Staff is very very nice.They also have open Mic night..corn hole tournaments .... Special occasion events .One of my top ten places

Had our quarterly meeting here from 12:30 - 3:00. Nice atmosphere and great food.

A great place to shop, hang out, get some good eats or hang out with friends and family. They offer an array of different things from a stall selling crystals large and small, herb apothecary, an Amish bakery with fresh baked goods, Asian food, 2 Spanish foods stalls, pizza brick oven spot with fresh made to order pizzas, burgers, cheesesteaks, pit beef and even a bar restaurant as a big feature as they have the largest space. Although I can't vouch for all of the food vendors yet, I can say that this is the place to be whether shopping or eating. I noticed more flavorful food being served here than many of the surrounding restaurants and tiring same ol fast food chain restaurants.When I frequented when in town they carried various events. I've seen bingo night that was packed, a shopping venue with multiple vendors during the winter holiday season to buy cheap items for everyone. One weekend they even held a Hackysack competition, which was cool entertainment while you ate or you could join the competition too. I definitely would take a roadtrip from Baltimore, Maryland to visit this spot and its multiple vendors. Good memories. I can vouch for the spot Grillrilla, Empanadas spot that they have good food for sure. The Asian food stall was completely disappointing I passed after my first time. But check out the entire places and its offerings you'll be pleasantly surprised.

It was ok, it was disappointing to find that most of the shops were closed early three days before Christmas. I did get to eat at Baltimore Style Pit Beef and Seafood. Had a fish sandwich which you would think at $8.95 it would come with some kind of sides or at least tarter sauce. Everything had to asked for individually. Which made it very difficult when you are handicap and in a wheelchair.

My friend and I have been here at least three times and, unfortunately, he has never been served a beer that was cold. I do like the venue, and the food is very good, but with the very high ceilings, the music is very loud and mostly inaudible ... unless you are seated very close.

Why was there early, So many of the shops were not open. We did get some good food.

This place used to be bustling Saturday mornings, back when Shady Maple and the deli were there. Lots of people, lots of different places to grab lunch. Now it’s quiet, empty, and smells moldy. Definitely a shell of its former self, and such a shame for those of us who remember a much different, livelier community place.

Don't be fooled by the outside. Inside the Markets you'll find all kinds of food vendors - bakery, pizza, Mexican, Korean, & more. My fav is Kwak Korean Gardens. I had tofu lo mein that was awesome. My pal had chicken lo mein & a spring roll & loved them. Generous servings, fabulous tastes, low prices, & wonderful customer service. It's all there for you. Go explore it!

It's a ghost town right now... Plenty of great food to choose from. The Greek place makes their own tzatziki sauce! It's divine!

Hanover bike is a cute little market with quaint simple people that love fresh produce and baked goods and handmade crafts. You can get delicate coffees and teas as well as Wildflower honey.. The local wine is worth getting intoxicated on. I have yet to try the blueberry variety. Please come to the Hanover to fully integrate your senses and essential experience.

Lots to look at, and all kind of different markets to shop at. Also a big variety of different food shops. There is something for everyone in here!

Came in to try a bunch of different food at the markets and my wife picked up the Crispy Chicken Bites and the Fries from crEATe by Chef Jason. Man, when I tell you this food was absolutely delicious. Light and very flavorful. I can't wait to go back and try the rest of their menu. Absolutely phenomenal. The portions were really good and the price was well worth it to me. We definitely recommend checking this place out!

Incredibly fresh, great customer service, reasonable on pricing given the fresh Ingredients. Shoutout to there finally being something healthy in the area 😮‍💨

If your looking for great vegan food stop in to the market ! Check out hollistic vibes ! All vegan AND gluten free !!! Absolutely delicious! The customer service is outstanding!!

This market had several restaurants and shopping stalls with a variety of products. The meat market had some really nice beef, sausage and pork selections at a reasonable price. There was also a Shady Maple outlet with a nice selection of bakery, spices and canned fruit products.

A lot of great food and bar tenders are great too.

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4.0

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1649 Broadway, Hanover, PA 17331, USA

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Gorgeous park! Beautiful views all over. We visited to play on the Disc Golf courses, and they were alot of fun! It was a really pretty park to explore, and the well spaced, very clean and well stocked bathrooms were a delightful surprise! I really enjoyed the Red course, fun wooded parts and some right by the water too. We will definitely be back to visit again.

Codorus state campground provided a comfortable and quiet stay. The trailer sites in loop C are spacious enough with plenty of shades and trees. The open field pet friendly sites are also large but provide no shade and it gets hot! You can feel the difference between these sites and the interior loop sites. No cross winds, no breeze, just hot! We stayed at site 116 with a 34’ camper and site 136 open field.Campground trails are ok for a short walk, not much of a lake view but mostly shaded trail. The pool is conveniently located maybe even walking distance for some. But be advised, this is a public pool open to everyone and folks start showing up at 7am, separate entrance road and entry fee was around $10 pp. The lake is great! Lovely areas to relax and explore. No swimming allowed anywhere but you can find places to sneak a dip 😉 just look past marina near state park public recreation area. The park staff won’t give you a hard time they just ask that you don’t go further than waist deep. It is a very large lake. We highly recommend that you rent a pontoon boat to head out and explore! Very worth it! All grounds and areas are clean and kept in great condition

My family and I have really enjoyed all of our trips to codorus for summer time drive up camping. There is a lot to do with in the park, nice trails, and even some fishing spots. There is a fair amount of wild life for viewing and good bird watching as well.It does get significantly crowded in the peak season and around the summer holidays, but overall rules are enforced and campers typically do not get rowdy. Like all campgrounds the experience depends on the site you pick. We are tenters so some visits were better than others due to site selection and neighbors. Definitely recommend the “roughing it” sites if you are a renter looking for a quiet more “authentic” experience.

The park is a very large and beautiful park with so many activities to do with yourself or family and friends. On this stay we rented a Yurt inside of the camp grounds. The Yurt was a neat experience, it's in between a tent and a cabin. Had a refrigerator, counter top stove and microwave. It also sleeps up to 5 people. Had an amazing time and will be back to stay again.

This state park is really beautiful. The water is so clear. The day that I was there, it was extremely foggy out, making it difficult to see far across the lake. I plan to go back more times to fish and picnic with my wife.

We had a fun group camping trip (A loop) including great fishing spots, an awesome pool, and friendly neighbors. The shop at the campground guard shack was a lifesaver. There's so much to do for all ages throughout the park and staff was super helpful with everything. Would absolutely camp there again!

Beautiful park with nice hikes to and around the lake. Campsites are not particularly level, some are a little short for long campers. There are plenty of wheelchair accessible facilities and a pet loop at the campground.

I camped here for a night just the other day and it was very beautiful! I also did a lot of fishing and was able to catch lots of bass! It’s definitely a great spot to go fishing and the campsite was very clean when we got I got there. I would definitely recommend camping/fishing here!!

We stayed in tent only camping site near lake. Kids and family enjoy the camping and afternoon in water park. Definitely recommend for anyone looking to spend summer close to nature. It’s kids friendly camping site and lots to do and see.

Beautiful state park! Water was clean and warm. Great kayaking. Seen lots of paddle boards. The place is huge. Lots to explore. The campground had some very awesomely tall trees. But other than that it was your typical rv after rv. People everywhere. We stayed in the tent area. We used clothesline rope and shower curtains (or tarps) for privacy barriers. If you camp for peace and quiet don't camp here. Worked great for a base camp. We enjoyed our time here.

Black Rock Lodge was the perfect location for a family getaway. Grandparents took the downstairs bedroom with accessible bathroom, the other 2 generations slept upstairs. The big kitchen/living room was a great gathering place.The kitchen had all the dishes, cookware and appliances we needed. The large yard had space for badminton and a couple of spots to fish from. More fishing and a boat ramp next door.The gate helped provide privacy as people tended to turn into the driveway looking for the boat ramp.Park staff was very helpful with a breaker that tripped and they answered a dozen questions before and during our stay.We had so much fun fishing and kayaking that we never made it to the swimming pool or trails. Next year, I hope!

Codorus is a boater's delight with many small peninsulas that jut into the lake. As a result, there are boat launches all around the lake. Or maybe you want to keep your boat at the park, and you can do that. No boat? Stop at the rental center. You can rent all sizes up to some so big, you may see yourself as Captain Stubing. Bring that white hat and white sailing jacket and welcome your 15 guests aboard.There are great camp sites and one of the best camp host sites I've seen at a park. There's a pool near the campgrounds, which is good because there's no swimming in the lake, but people can't help but wade into the lake a little as it's so pretty.The park has two hiking only trails, But if you count the horseback trails and the mountain bike trails that you can also hike, it adds up to over 19 miles.Codorus's disc gold course is challenging to the point that the 2005 state championship was held here.There's also a scuba diving area called Sinsheim Cove.With all its coves and plenty of picnic tables, there's no reason you can't find a private spot to look at the lake or go fishing.This park even has a gift shop. Definitely a weekend worth of fun.For events at this park visit: events dcnr paFor more information: pa parks and forests(diamond)

This State Park is phenomenal! Great place to take the kids for a swim, great camping, wonderful playgrounds, wonderful hikes, LOVE the mountain bike trails, wish there were more of those, pet friendly, great kayaking and great boating and fishing. This park is well rounded for nearly all outdoor festivities.

Great park with plenty to do. Tons of disc golf and water for the kids to play. Kayaking, boat rentals are avaliable.Very beautiful park. I am upset they really don't have a good playground for the kids... or at least we couldn't find one.

Stayed in site 88 and loved it. Very spacious. Friends and family were in surrounding sites, so we basically had the whole corner to ourselves. Flat and wide. Well shaded with tall trees, but little brambles and underbrush allowed plenty of space for tents. Bathhouse was well maintained and heated. Only stayed for a weekend and spent that time relaxing at camp (just the way I like it), so did not get to explore the rest of the park more unfortunately.

Hook very from none to full of booking beware of what type of site available Snagged a last minute weekend reservation. #62 Site was full hook up. Travel in a motorhome site slopped pretty good that it took all our leveling blocks. They slope for water run off but it's on the extreme end. This is a black top pad had large area with a picnic table and fire ring. This side is on a corner and over looks the tree. Pool is available for a fee it in the park but not in the campground area has a boat ramp but really for kayaks and paddle boards.very steep path/road The public dock is up the road. The campground has multiple styles of campsites from big rig to tent. The playground is over at loop C, sites are all open and minimal hook up portable water filling stations throughout. Larger loop area for dumping station near exit.It's a great place to just sit back and relax or hike.

The water is so incredibly clean. The boat rentals are reasonable. Lots of options for things to do on and off the lake. It's absolutely gorgeous. Will be back!

Only visited the park office. Nice displays and helpful info. Nice people available to answer questions. The lake is beautiful. The campground was closed at the time of our visit, and that's what we were hoping to check out, but based on what we saw in general makes it very likely we will return.

I love camping here. Two issues currently...1. The B Loop hosts are not doing their job.When I got to my site there was trash everywhere and the fire pit full of debris. It's NEVER been like this before and I've stayed here enough times to know how it works. The B Loop hosts are responsible for the cleanup of campsites at both A and B Loops. I have yet to see them, which is odd because usually the hosts come and greet/chat with new campers.2. The bathrooms water is currently not great pressure due to the pool being filled. So the pool gets filled every year, why not advise customers of the water issues OR increase the pressure to accommodate your guests? OR keep the campground closed while filling the pool?

This is one of our favorite parks to go. Love the boat ride there. You have to call before you go for boat reservation. Also good for a little picnic. The natural beauty is amazing. Lots of birds & ducks there. Very serine.

A beautiful park which has an excellent pool with 5 life guards and 2 curling slides. It was a bit of a drive from York but worth it.

Codorus is one of the cleanest lakes Ive found in the area that also has warmer temps. We have been enjoying the lake this summer. No swimming, but you can wade to chest deep. Paddleboarding and kayaking is permitted with launch permit. I believe heavy duty float tubes are also allowed anchored in non boating areas.

Wife and I kayaked here yesterday. Absolutely gorgeous! There are a lot of places to put in at the lake. The water was nice and there was a breeze. I also did some fishing. If you use the right tackle, you could catch a good bit of fish. Fyi: Being that it is a big lake, it was a little choppy, so be prepared if you venture into the deeper parts. If you kayak the edges, you should have a smoother ride. This is definitely on our top spots to kayak and for me to fish. Highly recommend.

Spent a weekend at Codorus State Park with my niece and her two kids. We could put up our tents on the land, rather than a pad, which was nice. Campsite was spacious enough that kids could play Frisbee and badminton. Bathhouse was clean enough. We found the playground on a short walk. We were in loop c. Didn't see the "fun police" as another reviewer claimed. Had a great time.

Great disc golf course, use Udisc to find your way around. Played the blue and red courses, both are fun in their own way. Only hole I didn't like was on the red course because it is basically an island in the middle of a parking lot. We played early right after Christmas so the lot was empty, which was good because I would have drilled a couple of cars otherwise. Would absolutely skip that hole on a busy day and would consider moving it since they had room elsewhere.

We took our first family camping trip here and it was wonderful. All the rangers were super helpful and nice. The facilities were clean. There is even a small convenience store for items you forget to bring or run out of. My only issue was that the closest water source to our camp site was out of order and we were pretty far away from the restrooms when we needed to draw water.A little more planning on which spot to reserve next time on our part is needed.

This is the first time we have camped at this park. It's quiet and peaceful. Shaded slots are numerous. The staff is very friendly, helpful and kind. The women and men toilets/showers are clean. The women's bathrooms and showers could be updated. There is no shelving at the sinks to lay your things. The showers could use hanging shelves over the shower head to put shampoo, creme rinse, and soap. It's a great place to camp with family and friends. There are just a few inconveniences in the bathroom's.We will definitely stay here again. Book early!!

Lots of places to go and explore in this state park, beautiful sunset's, great fishing or just relax with the family

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Marina Dr, Hanover, PA 17331, USA

Had a team building experience with paint ball today. Something different. Wish the website had more info... In response to the question, if lockers are available and if drinks or food are available to purchase

Great ski resort. This is our second visit and little disappointed with the covid regulations ( you can not enter the food court without the card) and as well the kids tubing lines was not the same like years ago…but definitely 5 stars for the staff , welcoming, warm smiles and very helpful feel like home

Just went today it was amazing, round top gets busy during the middle of the day. At the end it gets a lot better with there being only almost no lines. Round top is amazing for kids. There is even training for any ages above about 4. Round top overall is amazing I would recommend.

I took my kids snow tubing today and they had a great time. It was the first day of tubing for the year and there was an ice storm on top of it but that didn’t slow anyone down at the resort. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The amenities were on par with any other top quality ski resort I have been to in PEnnsylvania. We will go back soon.

This review is for the snow tubing section. Please note it’s my first time snow tubing as well. The facility is decent with plenty of of activities to keep you busy. For a beginner, this js a fun place and you can do it with family (kids and adults).If you have a little meat on your bones 😉 (I do) don’t worry you’ll be just fine here. Everyone gets to have some good fun. It’s not as crazy and skiing or zip lining and you are relatively safer if you follow the common sense instructions and rules.They do offer some fun activities like paint ball in the summer months. I think it’s worth the hype and price.

Lots of slope options. Care is taken to fit you with the right gear. Good food choices (especially pre-COVID when they served breakfast). Proof of vaccination is required to enter the lodge/eat lunch indoors. Reservations are recommended.East coast skiing can get pretty icy. Some of the transition and border areas can use some coverage to prevent slipping and falling. Friendly staff.

Great local mountain! They keep their slopes groomed and have lots of special events throughout the year. The staff is always friendly and helpful. We are thankful for a place we can take a day trip to and enjoy some wonderful winter sports.

Love this place, this was my first time there and it's nearly the end of the season but the people are very helpful and there is still a decent amount of snow left.

Worst skiing resort ever. Not a perfect choice for a beginner. They only care about the money. Just pay the tickets and do everything by yourself. No trainers, zero safety, no instructions and you have to figure everything out by yourself! The weird guy at the Revers ride carpet was very mean to me and my kids. He told my 8 years old son “listen to me or I will not let you play!” Excuse me!? Listen to what? There is no instructions at all. Every time we fell, we learned new lesson. No one teaches you how to stop even in the discovery area. You will ski until you hurt yourself or hit the fence! And who helped you when this happened? Visitors! Yes, they were supporting and instructing each other. Below are pictures from the beginners mountain!! My son fell in this! Remember these holes are surprising you while you are skiing as a beginner! Also, at the top of the beginner’s mountain, there is no fence to protect you from falling down the mountain. I went out of the skiing road and hit all trees at the top of the mountain!! Worst experience ever.

Great resort for a weekend skiing day trip from the DC area. It is not very crowded and the snow was great to ski on when I was here. It has a variety of slopes for all skill levels. I enjoyed my time here!

Pleasantly surprised by good snow and short lines. I am here in the middle of Presidents’ weekend, it snowed Friday night and the weather is gorgeous if a bit windy. The snow is good, with a fresh coat of powder and the libes are short to non-existent. Too many “avalanche snowboarders” but if you can survive that, it beats Liberty Mountain (also very nice but smaller and much less snow). The restaurant with communal-style tables is well organized and fast, and the food is good. The courtesy shuttle to the parking lot is very frequent (no wait) and just takes a couple of minutes. The ski school is very well organized and all the staff at the resort (instructors, lifties, waiters, bus operators, are very kind. Of course it’s not the best place to ski but for what it has as resources it does extremely well!

Slopeside Slumber Party 3 hour race was fantastic!

Ambience of the main lodge area is nice. There are seats along the windows where you can watch people come down the mountain or attempt the J-bat park. You don't need to be skiing to go get some food or coffee and enjoy the winter lodge experience.There is a cafeteria style food area serving things such as chicken fingers, fries, hamburgers, hot dogs, soup, drip coffee, hot chocolate/ cappuccino powder machine, and soda. Prices are on the expensive side. Although tasty, 3 chicken tenders and a handful of fries is $10.50. Soup is $7 a cup. Soda is $3 a cup.

We had a blast doing the snow tubing. They have a very effective system for keeping the lines moving. So much fun. One suggestion: they only offer round tubes, which can spin uncontrollably. I talked to many other customers who were dizzy/sick from the spinning, and my kids wanted to quit after an hour (paid for two hours) because of the spinning. I’d suggest replacing the tubes with an oblong tube or sled.

Let’s be honest. The only good part about this mountain is that it’s in a good location for where I live. Tickets priced are way too expensive for there to be 5 trails/runs open. If they aren’t all going to be open, knock the price down. There are much better mountains for much less. Other than that it’s never too packed which is nice(prob because the price) and a good set up. Lodge/cafe is one of the better ones around. All around if you don’t wanna drive it’s fine, but much better mountains around for the riding aspect.

Great place to ski, plenty of terrain types, good views, lines weren't too bad, snow was good, highly recommend.

Had a great time tubing! Luckily it wasn’t too busy when we went and we got to ride again and again. It was a big group and everyone had a fabulous time. Staff was extremely friendly.

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925 Roundtop Rd, Lewisberry, PA 17339, USA

So much fun; definitely worth the trip to ride on the ferry! I can't believe it's been in continuous service since 1817! The guys were very friendly and answered all my questions. It takes about 20-30 minutes to get across. When you arrive at the campground, I recommend going into the campground shop and getting the stuff to play a free game of mini gulf before returning back.

Very cool ride on a ferry, we can't wait to go back and do it again. Only $10 for a motorcycle

This was such a fun thing to do on a Saturday morning. You can take your car across the river, or just go along for the ride. It is a easy pace across the river, lasting no more than 10-15 minutes. There was a college intern who gave us the history of the Millersburg Ferry and was available for questions. The Ferry takes you to the Liverpool Campground which has a camp store and a legendary ice cream stand. Hours during the summer are usually 10-4ish and run Wednesday through Sunday..check out their Facebook page for lots of good information.

We always wanted to try this and we finally got a chance. Great ride across the river.

First time there and took my car on the ferry. Had a blast and would recommend 100/10

Super cool historic ferry, definitely recommend riding it! Also the staff is really friendly. All in all just a really good time!

Got us across the river!!! Friendly staff! Great addition to our trip.

Millerstown is a lovely small town right at the banks of the mighty Susquehanna River on Rt 147..( nr Harrisburg) It was very hot so I didn't look too much around, but this park at River seems very relaxing and has a beautiful view.

Got on here from Millersburg. The Liverpool side is awesome. It's a campground. Plenty to see here.Awesome views of the Susquehanna!

Love this Ferry! Always Enjoy my time here. Sitting on the Swings watching the Ferry is always enjoyable.

America at it's finest. Beautiful beyond words. The staff is awesome and extremely transgender friendly. It was worth my time. I would strongly suggest you take this trip through history. History in action at it's best. Support local business and organizations like this.

Round trip on a Friday with grandchildren was a great experience. Well worth the ticket price. Beautiful day. River level was good. Captain Tom was so pleasant, with lots of history shared with the patrons. Liverpool campground store had ice cream treats.

A nice walk along the river. They have 2 person swings along the path and picnic tables. Beautiful sights of the Susquehanna river. It was very clean and well kept. Sweet treats now open where you can get candy and ice cream.

What an awesome ride on history. Worth every penny. When you are taking a friend somewhere, you should casually drive down to the water and wait for the ferry. It’s a surreal experience driving your bike or car into what feels like a very small ferry. Great experience. You can also rent the ferries for parties!

A very small historic ferry.When we arrived, they were just shoehorning four vehicles on to make the trip eastward. We had to wait for a full cycle. If you aren't in a hurry, this can be quite pleasant (just sit in the tree swings and watch the river go by).The ride itself was very interesting. One of the workers told us much of the history of the ferry.Note to motorcyclists: neither side is the most "two-wheel friendly" we've seen. We had no problem, but inexperienced riders should note the gravel and especially the hill on the eastern end.

A really neat ride over the river. It's hard to imagine a time when the only way to crode the Susquehanna was by boat. Really cool how they insist on using paddlewheel boats to keep it historically accurate.Guide & pilot were friendly and knew a lot. I can tell they love their jobs.It's a different perspective of the waterway. Really neat to see the town from a boat.I would definitely go again.My only frustration was that this really cool ferry was hard to find. No web site that i could find. Not really clear on what dates/times they run. On way to ramp site I saw only a single sign. I found the road along the water but where the boat stops isn't marked well and doesnt seem to have much of a parking lot or car waiting area. The landing on the other side is hidden in a huge campground. If Ferry organization reads this: please promote your awesome boat service better. People are missing out

I am a lifelong resident of Pennsylvania and I never knew about these historical ferries. I was delighted when my friend and I discovered the ferries on a recent road trip. The ferries weren't in the water yet and still in dry dock but there was volunteers there getting it ready for a spring launch. Two ferries: the Falcon & the Roaring Bull travel back & forth from Millersburg across the Susquehanna River to Liverpool. I hope to come back this summer and take a trip in history.

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River St, Millersburg, PA 17061, USA

What a lovely place to spend a summer afternoon! The park is well maintained with a playground and picnic tables (some wirh BBQ grills) scattered around. Many of the tables are under large shade trees, and all have a great view of the lake. There are plenty of spots to fish from the lakeside, and some fishermen seemed to be pretty successful - all that I saw were doing catch and release. There is a boat house that rents kayaks, canoes, and rowboat. It would be nice if the boat house sold fishing worms, but we will know to bring our own the next time. We had a great time and look forward to visiting again soon.

Very nice place. Stayed at the cabins for the 3rd time. 10 minutes from Roundtop ski resort.Only thing is there are animals in the ceiling. Kids freak out. You can hear them running in the night.

So much to do here! We finally decided to visit Gifford Pinchot park and I'm so glad we did! This place is huge with something for everyone: RV & camping sites, cabins, seasonal snack bar, boat rentals of every kind, a well groomed swimming beach, large picnic area adjacent to a children's play area that comes complete with a sand box area that could easily hold several sand sculptures! Outside of this area are hiking and biking trails, fishing and birding opportunities and acres and acres of peaceful nature. (Although I did see signs warning of hunting...so maybe not peaceful ALL year?) Anyway, had a great time enjoying the fall foliage with our dog (Dogs are allowed on trails as long as they're leashed) and we will definitely be back!

Stayed one night as a first timer there to check it out. My site, 238, was large but pretty rocky and rooty. Campfire ring had trash plus ash in it. A lovely volunteer gentleman picked out the trash, and I called a ranger to please clean ring, which was done pretty quickly. I was a camp host for 5 weeks at a state park in Maryland, and a camp fire ring like this was never acceptable! However. I was very pleasantly surprised how quiet the loop was! No dogs barking, no wild shouting. That alone would induce me to return!

This state park has over 2300 acres to explore, 340 of those being the lake, aquatic habitat. As such, the outdoor rec area remains a site for fishing, hiking, biking, horseback riding, boating, birding and swimming. The nature center is currently closed for renovations. The park is named in honor of Pinchot, a twice elected Governor of PA, the first administrator formally educated in the school of forestry in France, and who served under President Theodore Roosevelt, in addition to this area, I could find a location to review Bender’s historic cemetery spot so I did post these as well under this review-as a PA state park, no fees and there are dumpsters available to collect refuse accumulated while at the park

THIS IS FOR BIKERS: Google maps shows the many paths around the park as being bike friendly (solid green line). They are NOT. Lakeside Trail is really narrow, even for walking. Alpine Trail may be good for mountain biking, but that's it.

Me and my boyfriend had a BLAST! I'm typically iffy about kayaking on lakes but this was perfect! It wasn't shallow at all, the boat ramp was perfect to launch our kayaks && the weather was Beautiful. It was such perfect kayaking all around and we WILL be going back. GPS says it's 43 minutes from where I live so it's was so worth the drive.

Nice trails, some were a little narrow but overall great. Some overgrowth on trails but nothing that isn't avoidable except in a few of the narrower spaces.

It's a nice state park to walk, wasn't packed, the few people there were nice and the lady in the ranger station was real helpful in giving us areas to go for the best birding.

The staff are outstanding very professional and courteous, the cabin sites are SPOTLESS the entire park is picture perfect, clean, accessible, inviting and endless. We absolutely love this place. We’ve already booked our next stay👍🫡

Nice campground. I've been coming here for 25+ years. Playground, fishing areas, beaches for swimming in the lake, hiking trails, (including part of the mason dixon trail!), fairly clean restrooms, firewood on the premises. Open sites, secluded sites, electric and non electric. Nice place for a family. My only wish is that they'd add a camp store. You have to leave the campground for the silly little things you forget.

Been coming here for 40 years. While the park is beautiful there are never any kind of improvements. Same bathhouses that were falling apart 20 years ago. Shower curtains for toilet stalls. No toilet paper ever, even on a Friday night on a holiday weekend. Soap dispenser broken hanging on the wall with duct tape. This is not even mentioning how dirty these bathrooms are. Mold everywhere. Grass is never cut I have to bring my own weed wacker to clear the sites to avoid all the poison ivy. If it were not for the close proximity and the nostalgia I don't think I would ever come here. On a positive note they have seemed to get rid of all the loud obnoxious parties here of past. Please take pride in our local park and fix it up!!!!

My daughter and I stayed in a cabin during September of 2023. I was pleasantly surprised to find a cooling system in the cabin, as the weather was still warm. My only complaint is that the beds are horribly uncomfortable. I hiked along the Lakeside trail during our stay and really enjoyed the lake views!

Went to Pa to pick up some used parts, along the way i saw the sign for a park I have never heard of so we went back to explore. What a fantastic park and setting!!!! Along my hike i saw yurt and cabin rentals, I will def be back for a waterfront yurt rental. Great place to bird watch and play disc golf

Lake Trail was gorgeous this week in January! A little muddy from the rain, but easy to maneuver around. Trails were well marked and very well maintained, fallen trees removed etc. Rocky in some places, so be prepared for hiking conditions, but trail is flat. Gorgeous lake views the whole way. Very easy to find Lake Trail from any parking lot and take it as far as you want. Tons of space for picnics etc in better weather. Love this park!

We have lived near and used the park extensively for nearly 30 years. The facilities and trails have gradually been improved, making for a nicer experience. There are non-powered boating, sailing, kayaking, fishing, camping, hiking, opportunities in a beautiful outdoor setting.

Had a beautiful time. It was hot, but kept ourselves cooled off by fans or swimming. It is a great place for family's to go with all the activities. With security patrolling the area regular you felt very comfortable. Would give it 100%. We had 2 sites with electricity & picnic tables under beautiful shade trees. Playground was nice for the grandbabies. They really enjoyed themselves.

Great trails around the lake! Some areas you can stop at the waters edge and enjoy the view of the lake.

Embark on an adventure at Gifford Pinchot State Park, a 2,338-acre haven of natural splendor in northern York County, Pennsylvania. Named after the renowned conservationist and former Pennsylvania Governor, Gifford Pinchot, this park is a sanctuary for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. Picture yourself navigating the tranquil waters of the 340-acre Pinchot Lake, a prime attraction for kayaking, canoeing, and paddleboarding. Landlubbers can revel in the challenge of the Mason-Dixon Trail or enjoy a round of disc golf on one of the two 18-hole courses. With modern cabins, yurts, and camping cottages available for rent, you can extend your stay and immerse yourself in the park’s beauty overnight. Whether you’re angling for “Big Bass” or simply soaking in the picturesque lake scenes, Gifford Pinchot State Park promises a refreshing escape into Pennsylvania’s great outdoors! 🌲🛶🎣

Great place to camp. Its affordable and they have full hook ups. They do have nature events where your kids can learn about nature from certified instructors.Campground was neat, check in was easy, site was not very wide, but it was very long which also works.The swimming lake in the campground is nice and large. The lake also has sand which is great for simulating a beach environment with out the undertow.While their are dog restrictions in the campground, the state park portion and the day use area is different, Dogs are allowed everywhere.

Beautiful state park. Something to do for everyone here! Hiking, boating, wildlife, swimming, fishing, and cookouts, just to name a few! Also has a large campground and a Frisbee Golf course here too. There is plenty of parking available, even on a busy day. Always a day well spent at Pinchot!

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The park and walking trails are wonderful and well kept. Covered bridge, 1876 barn, picnicking and play areas but the jewel is the mansion. The 45 min tour was steeped in historical info and fun facts. Even about visitors, toys, and use of an Ouija board. The cantilevered staircase, clothing and furniture that has been preserved after use in the home is amazing. A county park that deserves much more recognition.

This is a large park near the riverfront. It has playgrounds, expansive laws, historical buildings, a mansion to tour, massive barn, historical buildings, informational placards to explore the history of the Fort. The lovely trees and gardens make for a peaceful setting. The park is beautifully maintained. Restrooms on site. Lots of free parking. The mansion has tours several times a day. Ideally it is best to buy tickets online. The tour lasts 45 minutes. The museum shop is sweet. The views of the river are nice. A perfect top north of Harrisburg.

Interesting historical guided visit of mansion. Our guide Ann was well informed. Worth the visit.

Went for a wine and jazz festival. The rain didn't stop us from having a great time. Great entertainment!! Plenty of parking and the grounds were very clean. Kudos to the people responsible for parking and the ease of keeping great crowd control.

The riverside is a nice place for relaxation. It's on the west side of the road, with residential areas on the east side. We didn't go there. This spot by the river doesn't have hiking trails, but a bit to the north, there's a small open area for boat launch and loading.

A beautiful well maintain park with a nice view of the Susquehanna. Also a great start to the front street path. Lots of nice seating with swinging chairs and a great place for photos.

They have some nice historical artifacts in the house. Lots of original furniture, clothes, books, and tools. Guided tour was pretty awesome. Great views of the river too!

I am so glad I found this park. I was looking for the covered bridge which was great plus I loved the flowers.

Nestled along the picturesque Susquehanna River, Fort Hunter Mansion in Harrisburg offers visitors a delightful glimpse into the region's rich history. I recently had the pleasure of exploring this beautifully preserved mansion, and it proved to be a charming experience.The moment I arrived, I was greeted by the mansion's stately presence, exuding a sense of elegance and grandeur. Stepping inside, I found myself transported to a bygone era. The guided tour provided a wealth of knowledge about the mansion's origins and its significance in Pennsylvania's history. The period furniture and decor further enhanced the immersive experienceThe knowledgeable guide shared captivating stories and anecdotes about the mansion's previous inhabitants, painting a vivid picture of the lives they led. From the original Fort Hunter settlers to the wealthy families who called it home.

We stopped by for a tour of the mansion and were very impressed! Our docent really knew the history and held our interest.

This is the perfect place for an evening stroll, watch the sunset along the river and enjoy the trails.

Nice clean Park with children play areas. This past Saturday we brought our own pizza and listened to a band playing American patriotic favorites. Very nice.

A nice park, with beautiful views of the river and the Rockville Bridge, with a fascinating history back to the 1700's

Nice place to watch the river and enjoy a picnic. Not a great place for hiking but it yo want a park to hang out and enjoy some history it’s perfect.

A great little park to come to with kids or just for a stroll. There is a beautiful scenic path following the river. Lovely views. They have swings along this path overlooking the river as well.You can visit the mansion to learn some of the history of the area or walk around to see the other buildings also. The barn is quite impressive.The park seems very well-maintained and cared for. The restrooms were immaculate when we used them and the lower restroom by the larger playground even had a changing table outside the building for easier access! I thought this was a brilliant idea!There are two playgrounds for kiddos to play on. There is a smaller one up by the walking path and has views of the river on either side and then there is also a larger one with swings for all ages down by a small shelter house in the lower portion of the park. My daughters (1&3) have a great time playing here.While definitely not a party for hiking, there are some decent areas for a small amount of walking. You could probably get around 2 miles or maybe more if you went around the entire park.There are also multiple large grassy areas great for walking and crawling by the tiny humans. They can definitely burn some energy here!

I'm only there to play volleyball in the open field, but they cut their grass really well and it's a great place to set up grass volleyball nets for a few hours in the evening. The view of the train bridge is readout cool too. It's a great park.

Beautiful park with beautiful views, lots of history, have to take the tour of the mansion! It's a must see place

Beautiful place with a variety of seating options with wonderful river views - will suit singles, couples, and families. Look to the left - very long trains cross the bridge regularly! Really nice picnic facility. We did not go up to the mansion since we were only passing through. Nice parking area. Caution - be sure to take your hand sanitizer with you - no sinks in the "outhouse-style" facilities ... which are quite clean although extremely basic. Very nice park overall - definitely a good place for a picnic or a casual gathering.

We love visiting Fort Hunter. Both the Mansion and the park are nestled along the Susquehanna River. Both Queen Annika and Count Zakula enjoy these Dauphin County trips as well.

We went on a tour of the museum and stayed for the lovely park along the river! Our guide was knowledgeable, it had just enough education to satisfy me the mom and still keep it interesting for the kids; lovely setting, lovely people, I would love to come back for an event or festival it’s just an incredible location!

Lovely grounds to explore. Beautiful garden with huge flower blooms. Picnic Pavilion with 2 charcoal grills. Playground for children. I really enjoyed touring the upper barn area with all the farm equipment, carriages and sleighs with other artifacts.

Beautiful home to explore. The tour takes about an hour and costs $7 per person. The home sits on a beautiful park with several other buildings. At the end of the tour, they give you a map and some information about the rest of the property. I would have loved if the tour had continued on outdoors, but all-in-all, it was a great tour.

Nice place to explore some history and bring kids. Beer festival on weekend I visited. Mansion tour was closed for the day when I visited, but lots of informative placards next to various buildings. Interesting history.

Great spot to watch the river , there are a few swing bench seats looking over the river. History walk great for all ages, public bathrooms on both sides of the park , playground for children and swings for adults. Easy parking for using the capital greenbelt. A small launch for kayaking with separate parking.Events ,There's also the Mansion tour.This is a wonderful spot to picnic , or just take a lunch break if your near by.All around it's front streets best kept secret.

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5300 N Front St, Harrisburg, PA 17110, USA

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Small but very kid friendly! The interactive exhibits were very inviting and appealed to families. Some of the exhibits did not work, one had lights that were out, on others the phones didn’t work. There is a great nature viewing set of windows with binoculars. They overlook bird feeders and a nice area to watch. There was a lot of literature about the area and I was able to pick up a scavenger hunt for my classroom.It was a gloomy and rainy day but the outside looks very inviting. There is a boardwalk that goes around the property. The gift shop was well stocked and inviting.Although the bathrooms were accessible and the stalls were big enough for my walker, there were no benches throughout the museum. I had to cut my visit short because aside from the chairs at the bird watching window, there was no where to sit. That was disappointing.

One of my favorite places to go. You can take it easy and walk the boardwalk or hike the trail. Lots of good spots to observe nature. Always have different art displays at different times. Good variety of parking. I always find something new when I come here! Close enough to home, but feels like a mini get away.

I went on Monday. The nature center is closed on this day. I went to see the “Art In The Park”. April 7-Sept 30th. They have (17)sites to look at. You can vote on them. Youwill see them on a 3 mile path. You will walkon a paved path with some hills. One side is crushed stone. Handicap vehicles can be used on some trails. There are 3 parking areas. Restrooms are available. Picnic tables are available. The nature center is well worth coming to visit. You can bring your dog on aleash or your bike. There are (2) boardwalks.The park is between an industrial park anda major highway so you will hear some noise.There are six miles of trails. Bring your camera and binoculars! The park has benches throughout the park!

Cute little park, right off the highway. Unfortunately the highway cut through the park and took away additional average. There's a cute looking visitor center but it was closed while I was there. Restrooms available. There's a very nice boardwalk, but most of it is closed for needed repairs. Seems like they need additional funds to fix it.

I visited here during my one night stay in Harrisonburg. It seems there's more to see during the warmer seasons. Unfortunately, during my visit, I didn't encounter any wild animals, just stink bugs. But I still enjoyed the walk.

Great place for birding. You’ll see a lot of wildlife from birds to frogs to turtles. I’ll echo what the signs say in the area and say to please not to take any of the wildlife there. You’d be abducting them :(The trails and the souvenir shop/bird viewing building are clean and nice. People that frequent there are usually families, people out of a job, or people walking their dogs - all pretty friendly. There’s multiple trails to pick. There’s a lot of room for parking. Bring you essentials like water and Enjoy your time outdoors!

one of the most beautiful places I’ve been too. It gets pretty packed early, so if you want to avoid people, and have more nature, this maybe isn’t for you. But still a great hike and good views.

Art and nature, nothing better than the mix! Absolutely love this place! It's an easy walk with various ecosystems, lots of animals and clean!

Lovely park. Well maintained and great trails. The learning and educational center was cool. The man working there was super helpful and knowledgeable. Would definitely love to go back.Updated: Gone back, still a wonderful park. Repaired boardwalk area is nice trail. Loved the little sitting areas. Even thinking of the park as a potential future wedding location.

Nice park in the city. The highway is very close and it creates a lot of noise. Clean bathrooms, bike rack and well signaled paths.

Finally got to take a nice hike on the trails here on a early March day before the rains moved in. My wife and I walked our dog Colby and he loved it too . You can certainly here the truck traffic since much of the trail runs along I 81, but soon the peacefullness of this place makes you forget the background noiseThe visitor center is well worth seeing and there is an ongoing small book sale down stairs.

That was the first time I was there and it was such a beautiful place to walk, and you can choose the path you want to take.

Came to this park the other day for the first time and needless to say, it’s my new favorite park! It is BEAUTIFUL! There’s a paved 3 mile path through the woods and hills that loops around with small little trails and boardwalk trails that veer off of it. It’s such a scenic park with so much to explore. A neat added bonus is all the artwork that people do along the trail. We brought sandwiches and ate at a picnic table afterwards. It was a perfect day in the park! Highly recommend going here if you like to walk/bike and like the outdoors.

Wildwood is always a fun-filled nature walk w/ beautiful flowers , artwork & mainly wildlife such as turtles, frogs, egrets, Canadian geese, deer 🦌 & assortment of birds.

Great for taking wildlife pictures especially waterfowl. The trail is super easy to walk and is dog friendly.

This park is so beautiful!! It's a hidden gem in Harrisburg, I'm in love

Very nice park. It's surprisingly beautiful for being located in such an industrial area.

Loved the walk around the boardwalk but the facilities were a disappointment. The restrooms have prison like toilets made of metal with no toilet seat. Surprising because other than that it looked like a really nice place

I very nice natural preserve. The majority of it is marsh land with well-groomed or paved trails around it. It was raining the day I went so wildlife was limited mostly to birds and a few deer. The people I was with said normally there were lots of turtles and other marsh critters. There were plenty of geese, great white egrets and herons. I even managed to get a picture of a couple of "love birds" (Swallows). I'll definitely be back here another time.

Beautiful park. I didn't get to walk the whole area, so I will definitely go back.

Wonderful place for walk,run or Bike. kids friendly and Popular place to see different kind of birds, Turtles and other wildlife.

If someone tells you to go get lost, take the advice and go to Wildwood Park. It's a beautiful place to wander through, explore, take the furry friends (there are waste recepticles along the way), the kids, or my fave, solo treks. (I always feel safe hiking alone.) There is art in the park, there are bridges leading every which way, nature, mountain man trails and a massive pond which houses fish, turtles, snakes, froggos and who knows what else. You won't be disappointed. This is beautiful place to get lost!

I love coming here and walking the paths year round. Whether there’s cool art or animals to look at it’s always something. The hikes are easy but just challenging enough to make them fun. I love watching this park evolve and grow.

Lots of wildlife and great trails. Be sure to visit when the nature center is open if you have children.

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100 Wildwood Way, Harrisburg, PA 17110, USA

It was a fun day here. 1st - Military get in free! (Thank you for honoring us.) The animal exhibits are clean & the animals look healthy & happy/well-taken care of. The safari ride was so cool. Victoria our driver/Safari tour guide was very knowledgeable & enjoyed her job. Enjoyed my visit here very much.

First, I will say that it is a very large park and in order to see ALL of the different animals that they have, we definitely had to do a lot of walking. Other than that it's definitely a great place to visit. The petting zoo was a huge hit with the kids, they got to run around with and feed a ton of goats and sheep, and they even were able to pet some baby emus. We got to see so many different animals while walking around the park and when we took the safari tour we had yet another opportunity to be up close with the animals there. It's such an interactive experience, being able to feed or pet the animals just makes it that much more fun.

My daughter's 3rd grade field trip to Lake Tobias was the absolute best day!! It is such a great place with lots of interactive learning about various animals. The staff were all very kind and helpful. Great family attraction to visit fir All ages.

More than I expected. This is a great place to spend the day with your family without breaking the bank. The property is very large with a lot of different animals to see. Admission was very reasonable and they were very organized with parking and entering the park. There are several places to get food and four of us had lunch with drinks for under sixty dollars. The safari was great and they took plenty of time to stop and talk about the animals while you got to feed them. It was a great experience and a place that I think would be nice to visit a few times a year.

Very well laid out park and grounds. Easily navigable and accessible. Staff was friendly and helpful. Animals are well maintained and exhibits were top quality. Great family get away at a reasonable price.

Great place to take the family. Our tour guide was outstanding (unfortunately I forgot her name now since we are home) on the safari ride.Lots of variety of animals and sections to see. We loved the petting zoo the best. And if you've never heard a lion or lioness talk to each other before then the place for it is here!We look forward to next year to visit!

WHAT A TREAT! This place is an absolute blast for all ages. There's so much to see and do. The space is well maintained, easy to access and there's enough space that even with a crowd you don't feel suffocated. The safari is worth every cent and was my favorite activity. The employees are friendly, helpful and always ready to answer questions. HIGHLY RECOMMEND and we will be back!

Great place to take the Family, any and all ages welcome! Great safari tour as well as an awesome reptile exhibit.

We love this park. The entry and safari ride fees are totally reasonable. Parking is easy and free. We travelled with a bunch of teenage kids, so being able to pack a lunch and eat at one of the many picnic areas made the trip budget friendly. And the animals are so cool, especially the petting area.

WE had THE BEST EXPERIENCE!! Did the drive through Safari Tour and saw so many amazing animals! Many even came up to our window! We got to pet a reindeer, emu and a Llama. The staff was so kind and the animals were in their natural habitat thriving and safe! I highly recommend Lake Tobias for any age and any event. It's worth the drive and we plan to come frequently!

The safari tour was wonderful... Absolutely buy the animal food before you board. They'll eat right out of your hands and it's an amazing experience. The petting zoo and other areas are really nice, as well. The kids had wonderful time and it was well worth spending half a day there. The staff were so polite and helpful, which really made for a great day!

This was such a fun place to visit. The safari tour was a blast, especially with the animal snacks you can buy. We chose the right time to go, too, because there were lots of cute babies! I just wish we would have gotten there sooner so we could have done more.We'll definitely be going again!

It was my family and I'm first time visiting. We had an amazing time even though we arrived on the later side of time. The safari ride was such a great experience! Only things I didn't like was the amount of bugs on the animals and the walk way was challenging to go through while having a stroller. I recommend Lake Tobias despite the few things I didn't like.

We always have a great time here, indoor and outdoor attractions. Free parking. Lots of animals to look at and feed. Prices are great, even for the food. They offer ice cream, burgers, hot dogs, fries, burritos and tacos too. Rain or shine check the weather before you go.

This was the best day ever for me, my husband and my mother in law. The park staff went ABOVE AND BEYOND to make sure we could get my mother in law to all the exhibits and take her on her wheelchair on the safari tour. Mike who drives the "limo" golf cart and mike who drove the safari bus were amazing. Somehow the Mike with the golf cart would always find us in need of him and tell us to call for him when we were done at an exhibit and when I didnt and I started pushing her somewhere, he would find us and help us once again! It was like ths whole park was there for us and it was the most special day I could ever have imagined. In a world where it is SO HARD to find handicap accessible entertainment, there is Lake Tobias. I cant believe they dont charge more. I am so thankful, you made our entire year. You guys are an absolute blessing for Pa and this world is lucky to have this amazing place in it. 30 out of 10. Best place ever.

Absolutely loved this place. Plenty of bathrooms for little bladders. So much to see and interact with! You HAVE to do the safari. It's amazing, informative and so fun. Food purchase before hand and it's only $4 to feed them. It's a once in a life time experience and it's absolutely beautiful. The animals are happy and well taken care of unlike other parks I've been to with the kids. Parking is very accommodating. Just make sure you're ready for lots of walking! There is golf carts they have around to accommodate those with disabilities. And food places reasonably priced. Also loved seeing the reptile shows throughout the day! ❤️

Great place to interact with a lot of different kinds of animals. Affordable and fun way to spend a whole afternoon.

We have been to Lake Tobias many times and it never disappoints. $38 for two people to have 4 hours of fun. In my eyes, the price is well worth it. The safari ride on the bus tour is an experience that you cannot find anywhere else in the area. There are many animals that you can see up close that you would probably not find in a traditional zoo experience. I would recommend showing up close to the opening time because the parking fills up quick and it gets busy quick. Also make sure to stop by the reptile building for the 20 minute reptile show. Overall, great place to find entertainment for the whole family.

We took the almost two hour drive from Baltimore and had a great time! This was our first time but it won't be our last. I was amazed at how many animals were there, that I had never heard of, and I'm an animal lover. We experienced the safari and enjoyed hearing all the interesting facts about the animals on the trail. We even had a chance to see the exotic animal presentation and the petting zoo. And to experience all of this for only $19!!!!! This place was a great decision for our date ( we're adults but kids at heart) Thanks Lake Tobias Wildlife Park and all your friendly employees. 👋🏾

Have been here many times over my life, and this place never disappoints! Great place to take your kids and family to enjoy a day getting to learn about, see, and even feed the animals!

Best wild life safari park - located near Harrisburg. It’s a best family safari park. Definitely worth going here 👍💯

This was a great location with lots to do. They have larger zoo animals like lions and Tigers, they have a petting and feeding zoo, they have a cute safari ride to feed the more mild mannered animals, and they have reptile encounters too. They have a museum, gift shop and places to eat. The food is fairly priced and pretty tasty. Employees there in my experience were friendly and helpful!

This is a very neat little place. Our visit was not crowded. You can spend 3 - 4 hours here fairly easy. The Safari Tour is the big attraction and it did not disappoint. However, there are several other attractions/exhibits that are neat.I recommend get on as early safari ride as possible. Seems like the early tours fill up quick.Plenty of restroom facilities and well maintained. A number of food options with several places to sit and eat. Parking is a little confusing if you have never visited. They have multiple parking areas. Seems like most people entered the lower area.Several animal feeding stations throughout the park.The history museum is worth a few moments of your time.Need a small activity that doesn't take the whole day-unless you want it to. This is the place.

Love,love,love it here. We always have a great time here, and the kids love feeding the animals on the Safari tour. The food there was reasonably priced and good. The park looked very clean, as it always does. They made some improvements and added some new animals that were cool to see. We had a great time and I highly recommend visiting. Also, be prepared to be swarmed by the goats in the petting zoo they love visitors and to be fed so I wouldn't wear nice clothes because the will put their feed up on you to get food.

My first visit October 9 2023, it was a cool and windy fall day. But what an awesome day. Spent over 3 hours, we did the safari ride, the petting zoo and most of the other animals. Can’t wait to go back with the grand babies. Staff was very friendly and helpful prices weren’t bad either.

My sisters and I came through that direction from Pittsburgh to attend an event in Reading, PA and found this place online in an effort to find something fun to do on the way and we had an amazing time! Prices were great, exhibits were beautiful and spacious, and the place is huge. We spent half of what we would’ve spent during a visit to our home zoo. And our safari tour guide, Todd, was awesome! Whatever that man’s wage is, double it. Thank you for an amazing day!

Lake Tobias is a perfect place for people of all ages. My group arrived early. There is plenty of parking and lots of bathrooms throughout the park. The animals look well taken care of and have big exhibits. I loved the safari ride because you were able to pet all the animals and feed them. Be prepared to walk a lot!

We used our car to drive on the safari, and it was a great experience. Price to get in was really reasonable, especially for the up close views you get with the wildlife. This is a definite recommendation! Thank you!

This was our first trip to the park! It was an amazing adventure. For my family the 2-hour card ride was well worth it. My 3-year-old daughter loved being able to get so close to the animals on the safari ride. It was a great experience even for my son who is just over a year old. The other cool thing in my opinion is it is very reasonably priced. I would have figured ticks, Food, and little gifts from the gift shop would have been well over $100. The nice thing about this place is you can bring a packed lunch and they have a bunch of pavilions thought the park. With the safari ride it definitely makes for some unforgettable memories.

Awesome little wildlife park! Todd was our safari ride tour guide & he was great—talk about dad jokes! I love that this place isn’t like most zoo’s that only have small enclosures for their animals, there was plenty of space for all animals. Definitely worth the visit.

Lake Tobias is an annual trip for our family and it never disappoints! We always pay for the safari tour and feeding the giraffes. It's all worth it! All your money spent goes towards taking care of the zoo. The animals are well kept and more often than not, are out and ready to be seen. There's always something to pet, besides the entire Petting zoo. This trip we got to pet a baby porcupine and baby kangaroo! There's a good amount of hills and lots of walking so come prepared for heat. There is also plenty of food and drink options and cover from the sun when needed. It's a great place not just for kids, but adults too! Highly recommend. We will see you next year, if not before!

Lake Tobias is a wonderful place to spend the day with the family! The staff are very friendly and enthusiastic about the animals. The safari tour is well worth the extra money and allows for very close encounters with the animals. The giraffe feeding was awesome as well. We also enjoyed the reptile encounters and the petting zoo. Our family had a wonderful experience and will definitely be back!

We have been going here for many years. My son always has a good time. There's a petting zoo, and there's certain times you can also go and feed the giraffes 🦒 its definitely a great experience. The staff are all amazing and respectful. They also have a gift shop as well. We will continue to go here.

This is a great place, very kid and elderly friendly. I took my 80 year old dad here. I was surprised by how reasonably priced it was for admission. We spent about 3+ hours here and didn't see everything. They had lots of free roaming animals. We loved the safari ride. The animals came right up to the bus so we could hand feed them. The ride was about 35 minutes, with no wait time.

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760 Tobias Rd, Halifax, PA 17032, USA

A real shame that York 17 doesn't operate anymore, but they do have a GP7 which I'll take any day! The ride was nice, nothing too special but still nice. The Easter Bunny costume was a bit...uncanny though. I also recommend expanding the gift shop and adding more areas for people to check out the rolling stock. I was actually able to follow the train back to the shed and got some incredibly surreal pictures.

Over the summer, Steam Into History had rail ties replace by a company called Track Builders. About 20% of the rail ties they put in around mile marker 12 are cracked and don't look too safe. They also put in cracked/defective ties prior to the Howard Tunnel. Not sure who paid for the work, but Track Builders did a poor job. Please be Advised if you are planning on taking the train north of Hanover Junction. DOES NOT LOOK SAFE!

It was my first time there beautiful railroad i didn't ride I chased it with my two great friends we had a wonderful time next time I want to ride behind 17 and chase it again the staff was super friendly and I know the one conductor from wmsr I was happy to see him as well I plan on coming back in the near future 😀

Very knowledgeable happy staff, pretty gift shop, model train layouts, really fun train ride. Would do again!

We went on the 1pm train ride to Hanover Junction for Grandparents Day. It was a very enjoyable 2.5 hour ride. My in-laws and family had a relaxing time on the trip listening to the conductor provide the history of the rail line and sights we were passing.

The train is beautifully restored inside, and the staff go well above and beyond to make it a lovely experience. You can tell that they really enjoy their jobs and care deeply about the riders having a good experience. Plus, you can have a yummy meal before or after the ride right across the street at Paesano's.

Beautiful Locomotive and Cars. Rode behind 17 on Sunday to Seitzland. Wish their rides were longer. But was a nice trip may come back if in the area

Steam into History is a poor neighbor. They idle their trains for long periods of time. Which results in the horrid stench of fuel oil filling the town. Today when their steam engine went by the New Freedom station it was bellowing smoke and filled the whole valley with a haze of oil fumes.

One of the only places to get breakfast in Ebensburg. They open at 7 everywhere else opens at 11 or 11:30. I got the breakfast chicken fried steak and enjoyed it very much.

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2 W Main St, New Freedom, PA 17349, USA

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With only 1 produce, 2 meat, 2 delis, and 1 fish vendor, Central Market isn't much of a farm market, but, it is a fantastic lunch spot with an amazing amount of options and a few great stands with locally made jewelry, art, and furniture.JR'S Fries and Paper Moon Waffle are right next to each other and are owned by some of the nicest folks on the planet. World Cafe, Corner Cabinet Cafe, BBQ Cup are healthy delicious places for lunch. Hype is my go to when in the mood for vegan fantasticness. Robburito, Nema's Egyptian, and 2 Wild and Crabby Guys are equally good. There are 2 great sub shops, pizza, crepe, pretzel, and a candy stand and a coffee shop. Mezzo's is a full on Italian restaurant. I know I've missed a few places and I apologize in advance. If you can't find yourself something to eat here, or a nice gift for a friend, you just aren't looking.

After several trips here I am still discovering something new/fun/tasty. Vendors often take a vacation at different times forcing me to try something new. The crepe vendor is amazing. Thumbs up for Paco’s tacos, Hype vegan, local produce, Egyptian, Korean, Mediterranean, Roburrito, ice cream, and the huge variety of breakfast sandwich shops, and I think that’s only about half of what’s available plus arts and crafts. Definitely something for everyone. No need to compromise. Parking in the garage across the street is free and easy on the weekend. Bring your significant other for a date!

My first time here and it was pretty nice. I got a slice of pizza and I also stopped at this vegan stand which served specialty empanadas. Awesome! There's a good number of food and shopping vendors in this location. I'll be back to try more.

If you're in the area and looking for lunch or a snack, this is the place to go. A lot of cool restaurants and shops here and a lot of cool shops and galleries nearby. Great weekend activity with your significant other if you're looking to get out of the house or haven't been to York City before. Also a good spot to check out during first Friday's. I recommend checking out the galleries and surrounding shops then pick up lunch in the market. The new sushi place is excellent!

This place is huge! Lots of food vendors. I had 2 wild and crabby guys. A shrimp and crab quesadilla. My husband had a gyro. Then for dessert we got fromna Italian place.

Great place to take the family for a Saturday outing. Plenty of vendors with quite a variety of food options. Enjoyed the stroll through here and the historic downtown buildings of York.

Great food .. beautiful scenery.

They definitely stepped up the food game since we were there last. Hard to choose what to eat! THE BBQ Cup has the best kim Chi and Spring rolls.

I love this place! The food and people are extremely nice. There are so many different cool vendors, food, and products to try! I highly recommend paying a visit.

Even though they open at 9:00, there not a lot going on that early on a weekend. We stopped around 9:30 on a Thursday and there were only a handful of stalls open. Still, we were able to get a cup of coffee, a fresh waffle, and some pastries to take home with us. Would definitely like to make another visit when everything is open but I imagine the tight aisles would make moving around a bit challenging with a decent sized crowd.

What a wonderful market! Central Market in downtown York PA has something to offer for everyone. Housing a robust collection of prepared food, produce and craft vendors, the market makes for the perfect Saturday morning activity. Food options are diverse, ranging from fresh made pizza and bagels to sushi to Brazilian cheese waffles (must try). On the produce/grocery side, you have a wide variety of locally grown veggies and sourced meats available. Highly suggest checking out the oil and vinegar stand located towards the right side of the market, as they have some unique infusions that will elevate any home chef's creations. Prices overall are very reasonable considering the quality and locally sourced nature of the goods. Parking is relatively easy, as there are 2 garages within a block of the market as well as meter street parking (both are free on Saturdays). If you ever find yourself in York, definitely make it a point to stop by Central Market for some shopping and lunch!

Delicious crepes and coffee!love all the booths within the Central Market House. Many spaces where there weren't operational booths too. I hope it fills back out.

Not all shops are open on Tue morning, but plenty of food to choose from! Many seats and great coffee place.

Came to visit here for the first time this past weekend and loved it! The market is huge and has a variety of shops including floral, eats, produce, bakery and much more!My favorite shop was the oil stand. They sell a variety of oils and vinegars and if any of the flavors sound intriguing, you can taste samples before buying! At each of the stalls we visited, the vendors were all so friendly.I also think at some markets, the cost is increased because the ambience that you are at a farmers market but I would say the value of these items were more than reasonable. For instance, we bought a bagel w/ cream cheese, and 2 HUGE slices of tomato pie for just around $10. Also got a latte for about 3.50 so not bad at all!

Such a cool market with plenty of options to please everybody. Local, hard working vendors offering great food and products. I've only come on a Saturday so it's always lively. Haven't even tried everything yet and we left with takeout too.

Went there for our first time this weekend. We will definitely be back. We tried JR'S food. It was delicious and Jesse is an AWESOME GUY!

This is a very cool market with many booths featuring food, crafts, and other merchandise. There was even live music! You can eat while you’re there, or purchase produce, meats and preserved foods like pickles and hot sauces to enjoy later. There were also jewelers vendors, clothing retailers and other interesting sellers. Also the architecture is amazing and the downtown York experience is fun!

I haven't been to York in 20 years. When I lived here I visited Central Market every week. I'm in town visiting old friends, feeling nostalgic I went to the market. When I parked at the garage I couldn't get the parking app to work. So I went into the market thinking I could ask a vendor for some advice on what to do, but at 10am only a few vendors were open. So I decided to leave. In the 10 minutes I was away from my car it was BOOTED!!! No ticket. No ability to protest or explain the issues with the app. Just pay $60 or you're stranded! While waiting for someone to show up to get the boot removed, 2 other people in the garage had issues with the app. So much for nostalgia! Park at you own risk!

BBQ Cup is my best go to place for the Korean Food. Staffs are very friendly and food is great and very delicious. I highly recommend this place if you are visiting this market

A classic place in downtown York, and full of wonderful vendors. Delicious produce and meats, and specialty products. We go every time we visit York, and we plan around the days when they are open.

Wonderful place a variety of food vendors. Excellent atmosphere I come here alot I love it!!!

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34 W Philadelphia St, York, PA 17401, USA

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It’s a nice place for family visit for ice creams.Ice creams are very tasty and yummy 😋For kids they can see cows and calf’s, also there is a little maze in their corn field for kids to play and this is the top notch for kids & they will like it.Location wise it’s very good scenery and calm, you can feel the pleasant here…

The BEST ice cream (I got raspberry... so good), nice people inside the store with lots of goodies and treats to buy, including specialty milks/candy/baked goods/soap etc... and the best part is you can pet baby cows... for free!!!!!! These baby cows loved me. There was also a hand washing station and sanitizer which I appreciated.

The farm is a pretty typical diary farm. What really makes this place a great stop along the way is the shop where they sell fantastic baked goods, milk and cheese products and ice cream. All VERY GOOD!

Located not too far south of York, this is worth the drive! The milkshakes and ice cream are amazing. The small farm store has a plethora of fresh baked goods, sandwiches, milk (of course), juices, and sweets.All of the staff were so nice and helpful. The site also has two port-a-loo toilets located adjacent to the car park.

Our first time there. We got a few baked goods and icecream. We recommend the chocolate mint chip and also the blueberry cheesecake. So smooth and creamy and yummy. Not overly sweet. The waffle bowl and cone are great too

My kids, as well as myself love coming here they buy far have the best ice cream with lots of different favorites to choose from and the kids always love seeing and petting the cows we came just at the right time as we got to see the cows eat, and some babies that were just recently born. They also have a little store inside that you can also buy milk, candies, and lots of other goodies. There are picnic tables outside, and a little handwashing station outside as well.

Great ice cream, and the baby cows are so adorable! The kiddos get to pet the baby cows and see the adult ones as well. Nice area outside to sit down some tables with shade. Natural hand made things inside and you can buy their fresh made ice cream to bring home too <3 love this place

Always delicious farm fresh milk and ice cream! The flavored milk is really good, especially the peanut butter! Inside there is a store that has a variety of baked good and milk products. Kids have a blast here! You can let them see and pet baby calves!

Perrydell makes the best chocolate milk ever. It’s like melted chocolate ice cream. When I learned that they had a store nearby that sells ice cream and milk, my family and I went. Their chocolate ice cream is superb, AND they have the baby calves in little pens out back. You can go and pet them. I love it, and our toddler does too. The calves are very cute. Sometimes they’ll lick your hand, or sometimes they’ll try to nibble on a kid’s shirt. They’re quite endearing, and it’s a good time. Heads up if you go- you have to order and pick up ice cream outside of the store. You can buy pints and such inside the store though. (Also you can see the flavors they have available inside.) It can be a little slow, but it’s worth the wait.

It was great we seen baby cows and had some ice cream and walked thru the shop they have there it was a fun experience

Cute little farm where you get to pet the sweet calves & enjoy some ice cream. They even had a fun corn maze for the kids. Definitely worth visiting if you’re in the area.

We came here as a family yesterday to see the cows and get some ice cream. It is a working farm, so definitely keep your kids close. It was nice to be able to walk around and see the calves, the cows, and the milking parlor in action. The ice cream was pretty good too!

What is there not to like about Perrydell. From shakes, to treats to different flavors of milk, you will find something you can enjoy and take with you.During the warmer months you can enjoy the sight of some farm animals, while entertaining conversations with others as you enjoy your purchase from Perrydell.

By far the best ice cream in the area. It's creamy and tastes extremely fresh. Definitely worth the stop if you're close by.

We go here after our staff meetings every so often. A big hit with the staff. We get "cow therapy" petting the cows!

Ice cream is always fresh and delicious. The gift shop is nice and has some unique items. The main draw if you have kids is the cows. You can pet most of them and see the milking process. It's pretty neat

I have tasted their milk multiple times in the past and I know that my son loves their chocolate milk. I just never knew where it was located. So the wife and I were looking for new ice cream places to visit and this place popped up on my maps. So we visited. It was a good time. Nice little grocery store with farm-type of items, ice cream shop, and, of course, dairy products. Staff were pleasant. You can walk about the farm on a self-guided tour and just was a nice trip.

Ice cream is so yummy! The products are good! Very nice for family and kid hang out!

This place has the largest ice cream cones! I couldn’t even finish the double scoop of ice cream that I ordered. The apple cheesecake flavor-of-the-month was quite sweet; however, it was still delicious.Unfortunately, the staff will only let you sample the flavor-of-the-month. On the bright side, the flavor-of-the-month is discounted 25 cents a scoop.This place is great for kids. The farm has a window where you can watch cows being milked. If your visit coincides with the farmers feeding their roughly 40 calves, you will be in for a real treat!

Sooo many flavors of ice cream! We got Peeps flavored. You can buy pints of lots of interesting flavors.

Stopped here while visiting the area. They have several calves in enclosures if you are inclined to pet a cow. It’s a working farm so no tours or information so you are left to wonder around. The ice cream was delicious and the store had a lot of fresh dairy products to try.

Delicious ice cream with all the richness you would expect from being made on-site at a long standing dairy farm!Blueberry and butter brickle were especially good. They don’t allow sampling though fyi. There’s limited outdoor seating, and even less that’s in the shade. Porta potty only.Best of all, go check out the cows and calves right behind the store.

Great ice cream and a good experience for everyone.

Very interesting place. A store with many food items to purchase and counters but you have to go outside to order and pickup. I've never seen that before. Peach ice cream was yummy and worth every calorie. I drove 2 hours and this was my first stop when arriving in York.

Stopped by since they are featured on the ice cream trail! Part of a farm they have a small store. We had various purchases and wanted to try their ice cream we were told we had to order and then wait outside. One in our group asked for a certain flavor milkshake, we were told they were out but the flavor was in the case. He ended up with a mint chocolate chip that was so strong of mint it did not taste good at all. The staff was not friendly and seemed annoyed to be there. I can give everything else a pass until the customer service fails. Outside they have very few picnic tables for the amount of customers. On the plus side the blueberry cheesecake ice cream was delicious but unfortunately not enough to bring us back.

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4.5

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90 Indian Rock Dam Rd, York, PA 17403, USA

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Wonderful theater. We drove from Pittsburgh to see the Rent 25th Anniversary Tour here. The sound system was amazing and I don't think there's a bad seat in the house. The staff was friendly and helpful. It was a great experience.

The Appell Center is a national treasure, classic nostalgic atmosphere, genuine customer service, excellent bar variety and service. We attend a wide variety their shows live plays, symphonies, Jazz concerts, comedy shows and films. Highly recommend this place to any and everyone.

Excellent venue with wonderful sound, production crew and very good seating.

Saw Lake Street Dive here and it was an amazing show and the sound was perfect.The site was clean and the staff was superior.

I saw Pat Travers Band last weekend at the Appell Center. It was an incredible show and the venue was perfect for it. Small space, very intimate atmosphere and great vantage. The acoustics were great! The best part is that the tickets are affordable.

Great concert hall with lots of parking nearby. Beautiful Art Nouveau interior

Great venue for a concert!Lovely, historical theater that’s been well maintained and updated — yet kept its charm.All staff and volunteers that I interacted with were friendly and helpful.There is a parking garage across the street (on the side), but it’s fairly small.

Two thumbs up from my better half. I enjoyed it too. A small, cozy venue. Almost intimate in size. Clean lobby, seating and bathrooms, plus I really enjoyed the show 😍

Never again. Spent almost a year encouraging a medical Apartheid when not legally required to. Why would I spend $1000s a year on shows to suddenly be treated like a second class citizen?I’ll spend my money on businesses that didn’t decide to discriminate just because they were scared.

This is our second 5 star experience with the Appell Center. Our family of 6 which includes four children under nine visited the family fun event, “Not-So-Spooky Baby Rave.” The free event ($5 per family suggested donation) included free parking at the Philadelphia Street Garage, treat bag, face painting, children’s games, seeing all the cute babes in costumes, and live DJ! Also worth nothing was the quiet area for sensory overload or for kids to just take a break. Refreshments were available for purchase at $2 per item. You don’t want to miss this event next year! If you have little ones! Thank you to Seth and the team at Appell.

I had surgery and was not granted a refund so sucked it up and went to Wheel of Fortune show and got covid! Customer service there lied to me and said they needed to speak to manager, never got back to me and when I called back concerning refund the very same person now said they are the manager! Smh!!! Don't buy tickets and then have an emergency because they could care less! Then covid to boot! I'm still recovering a month later! 😩

Beautiful theater, sound was great. Lots of staff to help with finding seats, purchased tickets online with no issues. Parking garage was full, thankfully their website listed another parking area that was walking distance away.

This was a very nice place to see a show. Parking is directly across the street and if that were to be full there are other options just a block or two away. The theater itself is beautiful inside and the seats, while close together, are padded and very comfortable compared to other theater seating. The people working there were also energetic, friendly, and helpful.Sound quality was excellent. The PA they have is very loud but also clear and didn't break up. I could have done with a little more bass but that could also vary based on the band you see (I was there for a Live Dead and Brothers show).Overall, I would definitely recommend this location for concerts especially because of how loud and clear their sound is which I feel is the primary driver of satisfaction with a concert venue.

Really like this venue. Small and quaint and well kept. Decent sound system and acoustics.

We bought tickets pretty last minute, so we were way up in the mezzanine section on wooden chairs instead of the usual theater seats (section KK). We still had a great view and loved the lecture! Several people complained about the seats, but in my opinion, it's their fault for not purchasing sooner. The theater was very clean, and the ushers were helpful with a disruptive guest.

Beautiful venue, but most of the staff is clueless or unhelpful. Was told several times in a condescending manner that my seat didn't exist after the info had been taken down by another staff member. Turns out they wrote the wrong letter down and rather than use their brains to fathom that as a possibility, they kept moving us around all over god's green earth until it got figured out. It was my first time there, how could I have known? Another usher, a very old man complained he couldn't read anything and I had to read him out loud my info. Why is he working there if he can't see things properly? Be warned, the seats are cramped. Extremely cramped. I don't hold anything against this place or any of the nicer staff but I do not feel compelled to return. Also they charge $3 for water, and it's disani. Yikes.

This is a very nice cultural arts hall. The acoustics were very good for the symphony we heard too. If you're bringing small children, there is very graphic art on the walls! The services and concession stand were well attended, but the prices were expensive.

We attended the performance of “The Cher Show” this week at the Appell. The theater is lovely and clean and the ushers are very helpful and courteous. The show itself was SO good, entertaining and visually stunning and the performances were amazing.

The venue, even after renovation, has an old and spooky vibe to it. That's actually a cool thing. It's not bad... but also not modern.There's a concessions stand and mini bar at the front which is a nice touch.On the bad side, the seats are very, VERY uncomfortable and I found them small by modern standards. They really should update their searing so that the arm rest/drink holders can at least flip up.I dont know if you've seen York lately but most of us are too big to comfortably sit in these seats for an extended amount of time.

Great venue in York to see a plethora of shows. Been here multiple times for shows of different types. Never a bad show. Saw Colin Mochrie and Brad Sherwood comedy show for the most recent performance. Looking forward to the next show there

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4.5

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50 N George St, York, PA 17401, USA

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Great old school park.

Watched a great York Revolution game and enjoyed the perfect weather for evening baseball. Lots of activities between innings to keep you entertained. Food was a bit pricey, but tasty.

I love this park! I love the Revs! Our family has a great time whenever we attend.

Great setup b to watch a ballgame at a small park. Game was exciting, concessions were good and the seats were perfect. Also, easy parking for a family with a child in a wheelchair. Highly recommended!

Great place for family fun!. Very friendly and accommodating staff.. The place is kept immaculate..Many great food and beverage options... You won't be disappointed

Our team had a great experience here holding a company event at the BudLight Bullpen Balcony! The team had a blast. Kenton did an awesome job helping us pick the right spot at the park for the event, and our bartender and servers were so kind. Highly recommend!

At best there's about 150 parking spaces at this park for the 7500 seats available. You have to go find a parking space in the barrio surrounding this park. My wife & I absolutely LOVE baseball and we used to have season tickets at Angels Stadium in Anaheim when we lived in SoCal, but there's no way that we're going to attend games at WellSpan Park and be required to walk through the ghetto at night to try and find our car.

One of my favorite pastimes is coming to check out a revolutions game! There's not a bad seat in the house although if I'm going to recommend to you you want to be in rows 18 19 20 to stay out of the Sun if you're on the first base side you will be in direct sunlight it's also great to catch a game that has fireworks afterwards you can't miss out

Nice ballyard. Reasonably priced family entertainment and a good product on the field.

Every day is a great day for a ball game, but especially a York Revolution game! This is my favorite part of summer. Bathrooms are always clean, the staff is great, and prices are a lot more reasonable than other sports events. Downtown is the best mascot in the universe too, in case you didn’t know. Go Revs!!

Nice ballpark. The food was good and there was a nice variety of items. Love the funnel cake.The only reason I gave 4 stars was the parking... if you don't have a handicap plate or placard you must park in a lot a good distance away and you have to pay $6! They do have a shuttle bus that runs between the lot and the ballpark but that is annoying at the end of the game to wait for a ride to the lot.

Line's for concessions are ridiculous. But the park and atmosphere are great.

Memorial day date. What's more American then baseball game? Plus the Revs pulled out a win in the 9th. My wife loved going her first time.

Fun family place! Price is right for a ball game. Great beer and food selections. The park is beautiful and well maintained. It was May 4th hence the dark lord. Stop by when in town. Buy tickets right off your phone!

Good times had. Great game to watch. Even have clean bathrooms! $3.50 for a bottle of Aquafina is a bit much. Buts definitely fun and surprisingly clean!

After many trips to the Rev's, Our first trip to the 1741 Club. OUTSTANDING ! Great food and drink. Super staff. Best seats in the house. Very well kept facility. In our opinion a SUPER VALUE. Can't wait to do it again.

With Focus Staff and Consumers, It was a fun day

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5 Brooks Robinson Way, York, PA 17401, USA

Great wine! But it’s a shame they can’t get better employees. Megan is nice and sweet and will go out of her way to sleep with your man. Watch your back when you visit!

Stopped in and did the tasting; there’s a wine to please every palate. Enjoyed some music outside while enjoying a bottle. I will return.

Allegro is a hidden gem about an hour and a half from DC that my sister and I stumbled upon a few years ago and immediately became members of. The quality of the wine is significantly better than the vast majority of the more well-known Virginia wineries and at a fraction of the cost. There is literally nothing that winemaker Carl, can't do and do exceptionally well. The staff is delightful, the ambiance is welcoming and unpretentious, and it's all around a wonderful place. I cannot recommend Allegro enough.

Allegro is a seriously underrated winery. The dry wines are solid and varied; I’ve enjoyed them for years.Their new Stewartstown location is a beautiful setting to enjoy an afternoon off the grid.Winemaker Carl and his team are great hosts and really know their wines.Allegro is well worth the country drive.

Lots of options available. Great customer service. Music during the summer on Sat/ Sunday. Food trucks available. Why not visit- they have everything

Nice place with good wine, grandly people and beautiful view. Enjoying time.

Love Love this place. Great wine and seasonal rotations. Jen is awesome and the cherry on top!

My friend and I stopped in for a tasting, what a treat that turned out to be! The young lady that did our tasting was extremely knowledgeable and made it so much fun! I would definitely recommend Allegro, and the wine was awesome.

Cheyanna Buckingham and their group are not mature enough to handle their alcohol. One of the fathers of their group shoved one of the female staff members. The PSP is investigating. Charges will be filed contingent on the results.

Amazing time, amazing wine! Wonderful and knowledgeable service. I only drank the dry wines, which were spectacular, but there was a huge selection of sweet and semi sweet as well. It was truly hard to choose which to bring home. Lovely views outside as well - make sure to plan to buy a bottle and enjoy your time there.

I joined the club in February and I've been back for tastings twice. Love the wines. Great atmosphere and they remembered my friend and I and we picked up on conversations from the last visit with lots of laughs. Definitely worth a visit.

Awesome tasting experience and the ladies were so knowledgeable! They helped me figure out how much wine to buy for my wedding and helped us load it into the car!! So much easier than I was even hoping. Joined the wine club and am looking forward to pickup in the next couple weeks!

My wife and I travel almost 2hrs for Allegro wine. In the wine club, wide variety of wines you'll find something you like, come in for a sample and meet the nice people there.

Went to Allegro Winery for an afternoon wine tasting. What an enjoyable experience. Nice wines, large variety, & fun low key time catching up with family during the tasting. Pretty grounds & live music.

Great winery!! So many selections too!Found through Harvest Host 🏕

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This was the best vacation I’ve had in a long time. So much to do in Hershey and I didn’t get to do it all but we still had a good time. We went to Hershey park and to chocolate world. Hershey park was really not expensive for the tickets. The food and amenities were expensive but it is an amusement park so that’s to be expected obviously. Altogether we had a great time. We went to the zoo which was by far one of the best and most intimate experiences I’ve had in a zoo. I wanted to go to Amish country but didn’t get the chance. I would recommend everyone to go at least once in their lifetimes because you get to see the history of how everything was made and created. I don’t think I will go again with the kids because we have already seen everything and not much changes up there however, I will take my wife back just to see Amish country. There are more adult things to do there and ways to enjoy yourself. I’ll be posting that review as soon as I’m able to get back up there.

Hersheypark is an excellent destination for families seeking an unforgettable amusement park experience. From thrilling rides to sweet attractions, it offers something for everyone. The park’s cleanliness and well-maintained facilities create a safe and enjoyable environment.One highlight is the variety of rides available, catering to all age groups. The roller coasters provide exhilarating adventures, while the gentle attractions and kiddie rides keep the younger ones entertained. The water park section offers refreshing fun on hot days.The staff at Hersheypark deserves commendation for their friendliness and helpfulness. They are readily available to assist with any inquiries or concerns, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable visit. Additionally, the park’s accessibility features make it accommodating for individuals with disabilities.Food options are plentiful, with diverse menus and accommodating dietary preferences. However, be prepared for slightly higher prices, as expected in most theme parks.Overall, Hersheypark offers an outstanding family experience with its thrilling rides, well-kept grounds, and friendly staff. It’s a must-visit destination for those seeking a memorable and enjoyable day out with loved ones.

This is one of the best amusement parks I have ever been to. We had so much fun, it's full of roller-coasters and after a whole day there we weren't able to ride them all (started to rain heavily). Also they have nice stores and great food options. And we really didn't have to wait that long to ride every time. I extremely recommend going there, and would definitely come back again.

What an awesome place! The weather was PERFECT! Being that I'm from Louisiana and have been experiencing Temps of over 100 degrees, the breezy and sunny weather here was welcoming! The park was very clean and wasn't overcrowded. The food was pretty good but the main favorite of my family was the thrilling roller coasters! If you're a thrill seeker, this place is for you! They have some really cool roller coaster rides! My teenage kids had so much fun riding all of the rides and even went to the Waterpark area and had a blast there too! The lines weren't too long and the entire trip was very pleasant. We will definitely be returning!

Fun for the whole family. My wife enjoyed the park even though she is 6 months pregnant because of zoo and water animal show. My kids loved the whole experience. Only down side many attractions were closed due to our late in the season visit. We did love all of the Halloween festivities though.

This was my first time visiting for the holiday season. It was very pretty but overally crowded in some of the attractions. We weren't able to see everything they had to offer because they closed so early, even on a Friday. Chocolate World was closed as well, and so we're most of the rides. It was a nice experience but I wouldn't come back during the holidays. I feel like it was too expensive for what it was.

Great park. I just wish the lines weren't always so painfully slow moving at every ride. The parks operations aren't the best really and there's a lot of little kids and elderly crowds. It's a great family park / thrill park but be prepared to wait in some very long lines as the ride crews don't hustle to send out trains.

This is a really nice park that our family really enjoyed visiting. The park seemed really clean and well staffed. We enjoyed the preview night the two hours before our first night. We rented a cabana for our water park day and it was great. They had their own bathrooms and exclusive grill. We got free soft drinks. The staff for the cabanas would make want to do the cabanas again just for them.

We had so much fun yesterday at Hershey Park. We are a family of four. We have a teenager and a toddler. My husband is a roller coaster enthusiast and I am a little less of an enthusiast. We visit every amusement we can. Some are better suited to adults and some to children. It's great when it's well balanced and Hershey Park is!! I wish there was more chocolate. LoL but seriously I was SO in the mood for chocolate fountains ! Loved the refill cups and cashless system. The lines were not bad at all especially for the first half of the day! The app was very helpful except my husband had it too they read wait times differently. For example : mine said 30 min wait and his said 15 minute wait for the same ride. All in all, great time!! See the sea animal show, it's adorable.

The happiest place on earth. What a fantastic place to spend your vacation. The rides are very fun and the lines are long but everybody expects that. Very clean park. The food is delicious. Prices are sky high just like the rides. But who doesn't want to dance with chocolate characters and create their own Hershey Bar at the Hershey Chocolate factory? Dream come true ❤️Absolutely a must place to visit as a kid and an adult 👌.

We had an absolutely delightful experience at Hersheypark. The park offers rides for all ages at a reasonable price. We spent the entire day at the park, from opening to closing, and there was an abundance of activities to keep us entertained. The park is well-maintained and the staff is friendly and helpful. The park’s cleanliness and attention to detail are commendable. We highly recommend Hersheypark to families looking for a fun and memorable day out.Upon entering the park, we were greeted by a friendly staff member who provided us with a map and answered all our questions. The park is well-organized, and the map was easy to follow. We started our day with the Cocoa Cruiser, a family-friendly roller coaster that was a great way to ease into the day. We then moved on to the Laff Trakk, an indoor spinning coaster that was a lot of fun. The Wild Mouse was another highlight, with its sharp turns and sudden drops. We also enjoyed the Ferris Wheel, which provided a great view of the park.The park has a variety of food options, from snacks to full meals. We enjoyed a delicious lunch at the Chickie’s & Pete’s stand, which offered a variety of seafood and other options. The park also has plenty of restrooms, which were clean and well-maintained.Overall, we had a fantastic time at Hersheypark. The park offers something for everyone, and we can’t wait to go back!

What a great day! So many fun thrill seeking rollercoaster but Wildcat was our favorite! Clean amusement park with lots of bathrooms and food options.

Fun, relatively clean park with lots of entertaining rides. Fun for the whole family! If you like coasters this is one of the best bangs for your buck. A tip, look at the prices of the fast track to see how busy it will be on your visit. The lower the price, the less busy the park will be. Most of all, have a good time!

Ended up coming here after my daughter's cheer competition, and all I have to say is WOW! We had an amazing time there and this was the first amusement park my kids have been too. I wish we had more time to explore more and ride more of the rides 😪 😩. But we will definitely be making a personal trip back sometime this summer!

It's a nice place to be with kids as with any other amusement park. The tickets are not that expensive but probably they need more staff the manage the crowd. Few rides were not working and sometimes even the vending machines and food services kiosks were too slow. Ultimately, we had fun but could have been better. You need at least 3 days to cover all rides and attractions.

We went on a Sunday in April, the weather was absolutely perfect! Don't love the layout of this park as it is very hard to navigate efficiently. Having said that they do have very good markers pointing everywhere you look so if you know where you want to go it's pretty easy to find it. It was a pretty busy day but we kept an eye on wait times in the app and we ended with our longest wait time being 45 minutes! We caught several rides right after they had been down for some reason or other. The rides themselves are some of the best I've been on!!! So smooth and no headache makers!! Another amazing thing was how allergy friendly the park was!!! The app listed ALL ingredients AND labeled things for several allergy categories. They even had a gluten friendly area/line in Thier food court. WOW!!! Way to go, this was absolutely amazing!!! And the prices for food weren't outrageous!? What more could you ask for, this was so much fun and wish we lived close by so we could enjoy it more often!!

We brought our children and grandchildren (total of 8 people) here for our first visit. Handicap parking was close to the entrance. I obtained an ADA access booklet from guest services to allow easier ride entrance for rides I wanted to go on. The staff makes the process pretty easy and they were all very helpful. There were a lot of school trips visiting the day we went but it still wasn't overly crowded. The most popular rides had a longer wait, as expected. We did not visit the water area while we visited the park. Of course, the food is expensive but they do offer an all day dining option. We did purchase the cups with free refills and we were glad we did. There are refill stations all over the park. The park was very clean and all of the staff we interacted with were polite and knowledgeable. Overall, everyone had a great time and we will definitely visit again.

Service was good and rides were great. In order to get the full experience, you should spend at least a day at the park. I recommend you bring a bottle of water with you since this is a very large park. Kids will enjoy this and the Boardwalk in my opinion is the highlight of this place. Tidal Force was the best water-themed ride. The food wasn’t that great. It’s best to buy these tickets when they’re online or on a deal. Overall, it’s a good place to visit this summer.

Loved my time at Hersheypark. Even though I don’t particularly like roller coasters, I was able to enjoy smaller rides with my niece while the rest of the family enjoyed the big ones. Staff are friendly and helpful to guests. And there is plenty of places to just sit and take in the family friendly environment/atmosphere. I drove from VA and I think it was worth it. Definitely a hit over old Kings Dominion.

We had another great visit to Hershey Park today! We love this park. We especially enjoy the Halloween events. There is something for everyone here - kiddie rides, family rides, roller coasters, dining, arcades, games, shopping. The lines vary from ride to ride. You have the opportunity to buy a fast track pass for an additional cost to get on the rides without waiting. We ate dinner in the park and the food was pretty good to be from a kiosk. The prices are what you would expect: expensive. All staff members were kind and helpful, the restrooms we used were clean and well stocked. The park offers water fill up stations, so bring your own refillable water bottle to save money. Overall, we had an awesome day and we can’t wait to come back!

Hersheypark is AMAZING. What else can you say. This has been on our bucket list for years and now we are finally able to scratch it off of our list. It was just an amazing experience. We can’t wait to come back again. Now we can confirm how much fun you could have. It makes you feel like a kid again.

My family and I had a wonderful time at Hershey! The weather was perfect for the activity and the crowd was fair. The wait for the ride weren’t bad either. The park was clean and the atmosphere was welcoming. We went during Mother’s Day weekend and it was a great time. The water park was not open just yet. I am from PA and still live here so my commute was not bad (1 1/2 hours). Go go go!!!!! Hershey park is a wonderful time and the plus is it is perfect for all ages!!

A wonderful piece of Pennsylvania history, Hersheypark offers so much to see, to do, and to taste. Choose from a variety of tours. Eat at an onsite restaurant. Make your own candy bar. It is a must-experience place to visit!

We love Hershey park and have been many times! We were a bit disappointed by the rode operations and length of lines when we visited, but we chalked it up to being early in the season and not having a full staff yet. That's the only reason for 4 stars, instead of 5, but we still love the park! :)

Haven't been here in years and it's still an awesome park with lots of good roller coasters and many other rides. Went on a Wednesday mid-June and didn't wait long at all for any of the rides. We were always able to find a coaster with little to no wait time. Checking the app helps out with that. Buy tickets in advance, and there's no wait to get in, and you save a few $. Can also purchase food/drink plans that were reasonably priced. The Fast Track (skip the line) options were the only thing way overpriced and really not needed the day we were there. Perhaps it's worth it if you're there on a really busy day and are okay with spending A LOT more.

Very fun park with lots of different rides to choose from, such as dropping towers or frightening roller coasters. However, I believe that pricing has become too much, especially with parking. I was able to purchase parking for $25 for a general parking spot, but the regular price is $35, which is outrageous for a parking spot. I also feel that team members could have been nicer with fast pass. One member of my party was disabled and had an accessible fast pass, but the team members were very rude about letting us pass, even with a disability. On the other hand, the rides were very amusing and entertaining. I believe that Hershey Park is a great day trip for children and adults alike, but be weary of pricing and staff occasionally.

It's cool to walk around the park even if you're not so into rollercoasters. It can get crowded at times, but it's still large enough of a park that you don't feel too confined. Wait times are not horribly long but not super short either. The park is definitely geared more towards people who like big rollercoasters.

Some of the rides were closed but the rides that were open were good. Although it was around Christmas time that we visited, still had lots of people in the lines. I suggest getting in early when the park opens to get on your favorite rides. Towards 4 PM started to see more people getting in, as they have beautiful holiday lights decorated all over the park.

Visited Hershey on a weekend! The place was not too crowded and was fun filled. We did the chocolate world tour, make your own candy bar.My son loved both the attractions and found it pretty enjoyable.The attractions are a little expensive however worth it.Overall the place is expensive for food and souvenirs. But truly a good place to visit with a family and kids.

I would love to give this park 5 stars. It is a beautiful park that includes a theme park, water park, zoo and Chocolate world. They have fantastic rides for everyone, including a great coaster selection! You can easily spend 2-3 days here. The food was very good and overall the prices were reasonable. And don't miss out on the shakes and Sundays at Chocolate world. 😋My issues with the park are line jumping and ride operations. On our first day at the park we had 40-50 people cut line in front of us. Our second day we had even more issues than that!! There were 2 times employees were right there and didn't say a word to the people cutting.Ride operations, at most rides, were average to below average compared to other parks. Some rides, like Candymonium, were terrible. Candymonium was taking 3-5 minutes to dispatch a train. There was a constant backup of all 3 trains and this is a high capacity coaster that should be chewing through riders! Overall we had a good time, however, these 2 issues really impact a guest experience and is something that needs to be addressed.

We went to chocolate town in Hershey and road the trolley and made candy bars. It is a fun experience for all ages and brings out the kid in all of us. Great family trip and a trip down memory lane for couples. They offer a theme park that looked like a fun thing to do with the family. The food in the town was great and highly recommend you take time to explore.

Went here during a camping trip in December of 2021. They had the park decorated for Christmas. Tons of lights. Lots of activities. They had seasonal foods and drinks. Only a fraction of the rides were operational during this time of year (cold). We had a blast. We saw Saint Nick, his reindeer, beautiful displays… we took a ride on their monorail which gives you a spectacular Birds Eye view of the park. This is all happening in the evening mind you. It was a great experience and got us in the Christmas spirit big time. Dressing in layers is a must. Make sure the kiddies are bundled up. PA is quite cold in December.

Hershey Park in the wintertime is absolutely beautiful! Lights everywhere and the reindeer are adorable. The staff watching over the reindeer are very knowledgeable and happy to give any information you may need. Not all of the rides are open during the off season but you don't have to deal with the long lines of the summer.

Went on a super windy day so unfortunately a couple rides had to stay closed but I still had a lot of fun. There were a lot of people there but the lines weren't nearly as long as I was expecting them to be. Didn't expect to find a Chick fil a in an amusement park!

Went last weekend 4-27-24 I’m a big thrill seeker! And the roller coasters here did that and some! The new wildcat is awesome! Very impressive! Fahrenheit and sky Rush are very enjoyable as well! Unfortunately storm runner broke down so I wasn’t able to ride it. But overall very happy at the park! P.S. come on a full stomach or leave to go eat. The food prices were insane!

Hersheypark is awesome!! This was the first stop on a cross country adventure I’m embarking on with my granddaughter and I’m so glad we did!The park was clean, the staff was friendly and happy to help anyone who needed it.They don’t accept cash ( which blew my mind… hey, I’m old school… what can I say)?But they do have “cash to card” machines that convert paper currency to a credit card that you can use to make purchases. So, it worked out well.There are several roller coasters to choose from, so everyone can experience the thrill! From the colossal size of “Candy Monium”, to the mid-sized “Wild Mouse”, or the somewhat docile ride of “Trail Blazer”, you just can’t go wrong!For those of you who remember Rocky Point, they even have the Music Express, which was an instant favorite for us, since we went on it several times!!The park also has ZooAmerica, which is a smaller sized zoo to walk through with well marked paths. Upon entering, be sure to get your hand stamped to re-enter the amusement park area when you’re done viewing the animals.Overall, it was well worth the trip and I’m glad I got to finally experience it with my granddaughter!

What a well designed park. Rides and coasters everywhere. Marketing not in your face despite it being a Hershey themed park. And everything was affordable from the food and beverages to the snacks and souvenirs.Best part of all was that so many “big” rollercoasters could be ridden by smaller kids. Our youngest was able to ride nearly every coaster and had the time of his life.It was very busy, so without a fast past you will be waiting over an hour for the most popular rides during the day. But after 4pm the lines disappear and you can get on any ride with barely any wait time.Highly recommend this park!!!

There were more lights out, then the light display they had turned on.Do not waste your money here, go to bush gardens for a true Christmas experience. The light display was sad most of the lights were out, the shops were shutting down before five. The tree boardwalk was just one giant ad for local companies. Including the hotel room and park tickets we spent over 1,000 dollars for a sad experience. There were so many dark paths with no lights at all. The best thing about the park was zoo America.

My family went on a road trip from New Jersey to Ohio in search of an elusive national fencing title for my husband. We drove past Hershey Park on our way to Columbus and promised the kids that we would stop by on the return journey. As soon as we stepped inside the park, we ran into a friend. My kids loved the tide pool and lazy river, and the rides were top notch. On our way to the parking lot, we could hear the start of a Blink-182 concert in the attached arena.

Awesome Reality,This place is everything I ever wanted and more. The rides were unpredictable as each one had its own twist of excitement. The cars displayed throughout the park were epic. Just check out the new 2010 off brand 4-person car escort to have your eyes blown away by the capability the car has. Finally, I got a chance to meet some of the characters there, and man, they sure love to bust a move. The environment was great, and the employees were good. However, 16.95 for a lemonade? 7 bucks for popcorn? 7 bucks for cotton candy? It is an unfortunate twist of events. Unfortunately, this type of pricing is just as bad as that one steakhouse in uptown manhattan. Even the characters couldn't save this park from getting 5 stars. Besides that, this park is perfect in every other way. Would highly recommend it. Just make sure to save a couple thousand of bucks, and you should be good.Reporting from Hershey © Park,That's all I'm going to say

Hershey Park has some of the best roller coasters around. Once the kids hit Hershey Bar height requirements, lots of options open up, much more than at the Reese's Cup height. It's also kept clean, and lines weren't bad for an August weekend. The park is hilly and takes a bit of effort to cross if you aren't used to it.

Feels like a childhood fictional dream. Worth planning a day trip and enjoying the various attractions around the park. Plenty of food options and the attractions will cater to everyone young or old so all age groups are sure to have an amazing time.Don’t miss their exclusive range of hershey bars only available there. They also have kisses flavors from around the world.If you are eating at the food court, i highly recommend their smores.

Extremely long lines 90 + minutes for main attractions. Unfortunately, we did not get to ride much in one day. Fast Track pass may help. Food options are very good. Definitely take advantage of the food & drink packages.

Definitely buy tickets in advance. Waits can be very long depending on the ride. So ensure you plan in advance. Using the Hershey's app is very helpful to avoid long wait times. Many vary from short times, to hours so it's very helpful to save time and get on more rides. Though food court lines are long as well so plan in advance when to get food and be prepared if there is a line.

We’ve gone every year for the past three years for day trips and it is 100% some of my favorite memories with my kids. The perfect mix of small medium big and VERY big rides. & The gift shops are Christmas gift heaven. I mean everyone has their fav candy right?!My favorite thing about this park is the short wait times. We like to go somewhat “off season” September-November and we literally ride every ride, some multiple times. You beat the heat that way too. Money well spent. It’s also incredibly clean.Since we only do day trips we are always able to do something different when we go. Realistically you could probably do all Hershey has to offer in 3 or 4 days. But even then… I promise you’ll want to go back 😎

The best amusement park I’ve ever been to. So much fun. We managed to get all of the coasters which made my whole family happy. Good history!

Great experience. The park was not very busy, so we were able to get on a ton of excellent roller coasters with less than 30 minute wait. The rides were not quite as cool or massive as Cedar Point but still better than the vast majority of amusement parks. They have at least 10 really solid coasters and a ton of smaller rides.They really know how to treat you like a human being. There are a ton of places to get water for free all over the park, which was super appreciated since the weather was in the upper 90s both days.Make sure to stop by the big store to the right before the park entrance. There is a cool animatronic factory tour and you get a free little hershey bar at the end.We planned in advance and got an unlimited fast track pass, this turned out to be a waste as the park was not busy. Theoretically they can sell out or raise the prices of fast passes, but I would recommend seeing how busy the park is the day of your visit before buying one after our experience and checking out ride wait times on other days on the app.

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Absolutely beautiful! We spent about an hour touring the grounds. Gorgeous rose gardens, unique trees, etc. There is a Children's Garden, which was super cute as well. We also went into the Butterfly Atrium 🦋 Butterfies are everywhere you can see. Be careful, as they do land on the ground and it would be easy to step on them. We loved it and would visit again!

Are you a rose garden lover? Or any garden lover? There is a hidden treasure right next to Hotel Hershey at the Hershey Gardens where they have more than 3k different rose varieties blooming all summer long. You will enjoy the beauty of these roses along with the rest of the garden. I personally went to see the roses as I am an avid rose gardener. However I loved the butterfly garden just as much. You can enjoy the butterflies eating from the fruits and flowers and landing on you.Take a day off to enjoy these gardens. You will not regret it . June is over but they had a promotion that if your name was Rose you could go in free. My daughter went in free as her middle name is Rose. The entrance fee is not too much . Less than 20 dollars per person.

I've been coming to Hershey since I was too little to walk... this was my first trip to the Hershey Gardens... It's incredible. So beautiful. And the butterflies section is so cool. Definitely recommend 🦋

Our visit to Hershey Gardens was an absolute delight from start to finish! Nestled in the heart of Hershey, this botanical gem offers a perfect blend of beauty, relaxation, and fun for the entire family.The grounds are impeccably maintained, with vibrant flower beds, serene walking paths, and a stunning array of plants and trees. The Butterfly Atrium was a highlight for our kids; they were fascinated by the colorful butterflies fluttering around and even landing on them! It was a magical experience that they still talk about.We also loved the Children's Garden, which is designed specifically with little ones in mind. Our kids enjoyed exploring the interactive exhibits and learning about nature in a hands-on way. The garden is well thought out, with plenty of shaded areas, benches for resting, and educational signage that made the visit both fun and informative.The seasonal displays were breathtaking, and it's clear that a lot of thought and care goes into every aspect of the gardens. We visited during the summer, and the blooming roses were absolutely stunning. The combination of natural beauty and family-friendly activities made Hershey Gardens a perfect destination for our day out.Overall, Hershey Gardens exceeded our expectations in every way. Whether you're a nature lover, a family with young children, or just looking for a peaceful escape, Hershey Gardens is a must-visit. We'll definitely be returning!

Gardens were great! Wish there was a spot like this close to our home. Would be members and would love to visit often. Very large space to walk and explore. The gardens were beautiful and the setting was very enlightening and relaxing. The butterflies were fun to visit and great to see and interact in that habitat. Definitely recommend visiting when you’re in the Hershey area.

A must go if you have the time. The rose garden is stunning, I personally also loved the four seasons statues. An incredible eerie gem in the middle of beautiful gardens. There are plenty of shaded areas and benches/seats along the walk. Definitely come when the weather is nice, either way - umbrellas are provided as well. The butterfly garden is a must see as well.There's a very cute spot for kids to play/learn. Plenty of parking.

We had a great afternoon perusing the rose garden and taking pics along the walking paths. There was quite a few unique trees. The butterfly house was a great respite from the afternoon storm.

I've been to several botanical gardens around the country and this one was one of the best I've found. The amazing collection of flowers and trees spread throughout the grounds is truly awe inspiring and well worth a trip. The grounds is large enough that even if there are others you don't even notice. Highly recommend!

Hershey Gardens is an absolute gem, especially if you’re a fan of butterflies. The butterfly atrium is a standout feature that transports you to a tropical paradise filled with vibrant, fluttering butterflies. As soon as you enter, you’re greeted by a warm, humid environment that mimics the natural habitats of these delicate creatures. The variety of butterflies is impressive, with species from all over the world showcasing an array of colors and patterns. It’s a wonderful learning experience as well, with informative displays and friendly staff who are always eager to share interesting facts about the butterflies and their life cycles.The lush plant life within the atrium adds to the magical atmosphere. It’s not just about the butterflies; the whole setting is beautifully maintained, making it a perfect spot for photography enthusiasts. Everywhere you look, there’s something captivating, from exotic flowers to delicate vines that create a harmonious environment for the butterflies.Beyond the butterfly atrium, Hershey Gardens offers an expansive outdoor garden area that’s equally enchanting. The themed gardens, such as the rose garden and Japanese garden, provide a serene walking experience with plenty of benches to sit and take in the beauty. The Children’s Garden is a fantastic addition for families, offering interactive elements that engage kids in nature and gardening.Overall, Hershey Gardens is a must-visit destination for anyone in the area. It’s a peaceful, educational, and visually stunning place that offers a unique opportunity to connect with nature. Whether you’re a local or a tourist, a visit to Hershey Gardens, especially the butterfly atrium, is an experience you won’t forget.

Had so much fun here. Such a zen environment and a great way to spend a beautiful sunny day. This is such a great way to relax and walk through the beautiful butterfly room or walk outside through what will soon be beautiful garden beds. Some trees are budding and blooming already. I highly recommend this relaxing place. The price is really good too and there is so much more to see than just the butterflies.

These beautiful gardens and conservatory are worth a visit indeed! Inside the conservatory you will see a glass roof with colored butterflies hanging from it. The butterfly atrium is worth a visit in itself. Not only will you see exotic butterflies, where they feed, and where they land but along you will see some exotic reptiles.The outside gardens are a leisurely walk around the complex and are themed to different settings. No visit would be complete without stopping at the famous rose garden with different colored roses on display along with arches set up in the event of a wedding.Check out the seasonal garden where you will now see pumpkins growing. There's an herbal garden, a children's garden, a Japanese garden, and so much more! Be sure to stop at the Native American garden and the rock garden. There's even a garden dedicated the Milton Hershey himself!There are plenty of butterfly benches along the way for rest stops. Allow about 1 hour and 15 minutes for your visit. There are picnic garden in the area and a trail. This is a great place to relax and unwind!

What an absolute pleasure it was to visit Hershey Gardens. It was stunning. My family spent hours walking the Gardens. It was so pleasant. The butterfly atrium was my favorite part. I had never seen so many butterflies! Also, the staff is extremely knowledgeable and friendly!

Great garden that will be exceptional in a month when more flowers are blooming and everything has had another month to grow. Easily walkable and 2 hours is plenty of time to see it all. The butterfly atrium is an added bonus with over 400 butterflies in the most beautiful colors

It was a beautiful day and we were in the area so we decided to stop. How beautiful! All the flowers in bloom and the trees! We loved the secluded benches along the paths to just sit and reflect. We finished our walk in the butterfly atrium and it was amazing!

Such a wonderful place!! My husband and I came to Hershey for a gospel concert and decided to make a mini vacation there,I love to garden and always wanted to see the Rose gardens and was quite surprised how many were still in bloom!! Of course the mums were gorgeous too

The gardens are very well-maintained. A lot of different flowers and plants to see. Also, the butterfly atrium which is in Hershey Gardens is very nice as well. A lot of effort was put into making this garden as pretty as possible and it's a nice place to go to leisurely walk around and relax.

This is truly an outstanding garden especially when the roses are in full bloom in early June! There are tons of perennials and butterflies to enjoy as well. You’ll get complementary admission if you’re a member of the American Horticultural Society’s reciprocal admission program!

Hershey Gardens is a well curated experience that regardless of the time of year you will see new plants, new colors and find something you did not see the last time you were there. At the entrance you can chose to visit the butterfly arboretum or bypass and stroll the gardens, one of the main attractions are the acres of roses- I was concerned that coming in a heatwave in July we would miss the blooms but this was not the case- a crayola box full of blends and tones of variations of color scatter through the acres of roses, and the layering of plants in the garden provide a visual feast of colors; before entering the main building there is an entire embankment of pollinator plants that lead down the hillside. Regardless of how old the children are or whether they are not there, we enjoy the children’s garden; the trees are simply amazing. The history of the garden itself is something that someone could write home about - tribute garden, gift shop, it’s a lovely way to spend a couple hours in the heat of the summer. Always an anticipated trip. They have educational programs as well as less structured activities, and this last visit Zoo America also had a naturalist presence.

Enjoyed our stroll through the gardens. Extensive rose gardens. Fun Children’s area. Butterfly 🦋 garden is FULL of butterflies and knowledgeable docents. Indoor reception hall had benches so we could cool off from 90 degree heat, plus potted plants in interesting combinations. We will visit again!

Beautiful garden. It’s a must go especially if you’re visiting Hershey Chocolate world. Flowers and butterflies exhibit were all amazing!!! In my opinion you could spend a whole day here :).

Beautiful gardens as well as fantastic butterfly atrium. The staff was very friendly, and the grounds are clean and well-kept! This is a lovely change of pace for when you tire of CHOCOLATE! ☺️ We bought the tickets bundled with The Hershey Museum, so we saved a bit. Would highly recommend!

Beautiful gardens, butterfly house was a fun treat, the kids enjoyed the children's garden. Rose garden was adorable, Japanese garden was a lot of fun. The little store had some cute things. We had to buy one of the color changing in the sun shirts for the kids (like I had as a kid) and a sucker with ants on it to try. Would definitely go again.

The butterfly house was so lovely! The staff loves talking about the plants and butterflies which was great! We learned so many new things! The outside gardens are lovely. I loved the roses and could have looked and smelled them all day!

We visited here on a Saturday for a girl scout event. It was very well organized. The workers were very kind and explained everything in a way that young girls could understand. Although it was early in the spring, there were plenty of things to see. The children's area is very fun. I would recommend, especially to families. The only thing I didn't love is the cost of entry.

It is one of the best gardens I have ever seen. I loved the beautiful butterfly park there. It houses various species of butterflies, Tarantulas and flogs. I have also seen Atlas Moth which is largest species of moths.Rose garden and other part of garden is beautiful.Thanks to the people who manage the operations.

Really beautiful and well maintained grounds. I quite enjoyed walking through and appreciating the area. There's a smaller section for children that is a ton of fun along with a garden that was planted by students. Stop by the butterfly atrium for another great experience, ton of free parking too, I liked it.

It’s a pretty place. The butterfly sanctuary was great. Many species to admire. Military discounts are available in all Hershey attractions. Kid friendly. I would highly recommend

The garden is beautiful! Went in late April and the tulips are in full bloom. So colorful and vibrant. The children's garden was a blast. The kids loved it. They had "planting" activities for kids. The staff were very friendly. They had live music playing in the middle of the garden. It's a must see when in Hershey!

Beautiful to go, great for family or hang out out in yard.The butterflies room is amazing to see all colourful flying around, you get to see their hanging before they hatch out.Would come back again

Gorgeous gardens with such beautifully kept plants. It's like walking through a magically enchanted perfectly put together display of the most beautiful plants you could ever imagine. The rose gardens are so magnificent I could have stayed there all day.

Great time, as always. The gardens are kept well, and the facility offers a nice educational experience where several types of butterflies are available to view in person. Also, the main facility offers a gift shop, beverages, and air conditioning.The views are spectacular and contribute to an overall relaxing experience, with plenty of places to sit and take in the serenity.

I live in Hershey and have a American Horitcultural Association membership. It's nice I can go here anytime with no extra cost. The fall mums and pumpkin tree were so beautiful. Don't forget all the gorgeous roses still very much blooming! Beautiful

I'm glad there was a discount right now cuz not much was blooming yet. I guess I should have guessed that since it's only March. But it is a lovely walk and the butterflies were awesome. Want to come back when more is blooming!

Spectacular. The tulips were in full bloom. The trees were blooming with some in leaf. The entire garden is meticulously manicured. There are several gardens that make up the complex. There is no printed map and you should photograph the one in the conservatory. A must see.

The Hershey Gardens is one of our most favorite places to visit when we are in Hershey. The rose gardens are absolutely stunning in early June! The arboretum, children’s garden, and butterfly house also make this trip very enjoyable and relaxing. All of the staff we have encountered have always been very courteous and friendly, especially in the butterfly house. There is a small gift shop located in the conservatory building as well. I definitely recommend an outing here at the gardens if you’re looking for a more relaxed way to spend time in the Hershey area!

Excellent family place to spend up to two hours of a day at. The insect displays were cool as well as the butterfly room. Me and my daughter actually watched to butterfly’s come into the world! The garden itself was absolutely stunning! I highly recommend seeing this attraction if you spend a weekend at Hershey Park!

We went for the Christmas tree display with our grandson. We also took in the butterfly atrium.We have an annual membership and so each visit is included with that. I wouldn't make a distant trip to see the gardens in the winter. In the spring and summer it is well worth it.

We went on a weekday and it was almost empty :) huuge plus is a free parking ( I did not expect anything free in Hershey 🤣) Definitely liked their butterfly atrium. Many different butterflies to see super close and some might land on you too.

We stayed at the Hershey campground so we got a discount which was awesome, perks of staying at an affiliate hotel! Didn’t get to see the whole gardens it just was so so so hot out, but what we did see was beautiful. There is no strollers inside where the butterfly’s are just for safety of the butterflies, there’s stroller parking just around the corner from the atrium. A big plus for me is that they’re autism friendly, they had sensory backpacks (fcfs) you just give your ID and they hold it up at the ticket counter and once you return the backpack you get your ID back. Very awesome thing they offer ❤️ the staff is super friendly and are there to help!

I have high standards for botanic gardens and someone with a membership at my local one, and I was more than impressed with Hershey Gardens! The butterfly room was incredible and packed with butterflies and moths. Having the fruit out to lure them to areas you could see them was such a smart idea and made them easy to find. The rose garden was a natural highlight, but the entire grounds were just lovely. It is mostly outdoors, so prepare to walk a bit and wear sunscreen.

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My boyfriend and I stopped here after finding out the Green Day concert was postponed. It's a smaller museum, but very informative. They give you a little token to scan at different displays that gives you informative on the exhibit. There are some movies that they have playing as well. They also have chocolate tasting which we were able to do and making your own chocolate bar which we were not able to do. They also have some interactive touch screen games and a make your own wraper game.

The Hershey Story Museum was a very detailed presentation on the history and development of the Hershey product and company. I was surprised at how many artifacts they had to display. I definitely learned a lot, not just about the Hershey company, but some historical and scientific facts as well. The layout and displays were very attractive. My children really enjoyed the microscope in the Cuba area. I had no idea the extent to which the Hershey company has had influence in the building of the community and beyond. They even had this cool thing where you could hold up a programmed chip to various points within the museum and it would say hello with your name. There were other interactive things as well. We went on a day with bad weather so we might have been the only people in there. Thusly it was very quiet.

Great museum to learn everything there is to know about Milton Hershey and how the Hershey company came to be. The pricing was $15 for the museum and $15 for the Chocolate Lab. The Lab was cool, you learn about the Chocolate making process. You can also "make" a chocolate bar. IThey give you melted chocolate and you pour in a mold, decorate and they put it in the fridge to harden. We would definitely recommend the museum and maybe the Lab for kids.

I thought this place was super cool, Milton Hershey really created an entire community and it stemmed from confections. Kinda funny honestly. The history is rich, and there are plenty of interactive opportunities for the kids as well, it's a great museum, and definitely worth stopping by.

What a great experience. We didn't know anything about Hershey story before. The place did a great job telling it. We were surprised how much we learned, it was really cool. And it's a really nice building and surrounding area. The little restaurant inside was worth the money and very good. The kids really enjoyed doing the chocolate making lab.

We decided to come to The Hershey Story Museum when the rain forced us to come indoors and not be able to go to Hershey Park. Honestly I thought to myself, who would want to visit a boring chocolate museum? When I entered inside and walked around a bit, the museum was beyond my expectations. We had no waiting time since it seemed less busy than usual. I liked how they set up a system where you have to strategize to build a working chocolate factory (7th photo). It took 3 attempts until we finally got it and I really enjoyed it. I got to learn many things about Hershey that I didn’t know about before, and I suggest others to visit as it gives a good experience. I cant really say anything about staff since I didn’t have much interaction. Overall the place was very clean and well cared for. Will visit again!Cleanness: 10/10Experience: 10/10

It was super fun and informative. The staff there is really knowledgeable. They have a few fun activities that you can take part in. Which makes it great for kids. The tour is self guided, which I really liked. There are a lot of fun items to see. Who knew there was so much history at Hershey? Really a great experience.

This was a nice stop on our way through Pennsylvania to Ohio. There are quite a few things to read as you go through the exhibits and some nice memorabilia to see. When you get your tickets, you will get a little RFID token which you can scan at little kiosks around the museum that will show small animations about Hershey. If you personalize, each of the four colors you pick will show different animations at the kiosks so if with a larger group, pick different colors (or just save the other colors if for a future visit).It only takes an hour or so to go through the museum.

Kids loves it here! Me and my husband enjoyed it too! We purchased the combo with Hershey gardens, price is reasonable for everything including chocolate Lab and tasting, we definitely coming back on our next trip to PA.

I love museums and those that tell a story. So much to do here. Chocolate tastings from around the world, chocolate lab - essentially hands on classes, and a whole lot of information. The Hershey’s did wonders for the area and it was pleasant being able to step back into their world and see how the famous chocolate did just that - become famous. We arrived at 2pm and were able to do chocolate tasting right away. Unfortunately, the chocolate lab classes weee already booked up. I would certainly do this again if I were back in the area.Plenty of parking near the museum.

We visited this museum before leaving Hershey. We had such a good day out. The staff were so friendly and helpful. The interactive chip was a hit, my kids loved that component. I would love to visit again and listen more intently to all the stories. There was so much to do there, we could've easily spent another hour.

Day trip on a family vacation to this venue and Hershey's Chocolate World. Did the chocolate making class and story tour. Really enjoyed our time learning about the beginnings of Hershey chocolate, but also the development of the town. Had a good family meal at the cafe.

Good exhibits for all things Hershey. You can also enjoy flight of chocolate drinks and chocolate lab.

The museum was fairly small and took under an hour to see it all. A little disappointing for $16.50. They only give you one rfid token per party to activate various stories around the museum. I would recommend buying 1 ticket at a time, so group members can explore separately.There was some interesting information about Milton Hershey's life, but I would have liked to see more about the chocolate factory.I am not sure if this museum is related to Hersheypark. They do not offer a discount for season pass holders.We went here and to the Hershey Gardens. With driving it took about 3 hours and cost $33 per person. I would recommend spending a few more dollars to get an extra day at the park, or exploring Harrisburg if you have had enough amusement park.

I learned a lot about Milton Hershey The gifts hope is nice. The staff was very helpful and friendly. I think this is worth visiting.

Nice way to spend an hour if you're in the Harrisburg area. The museum is easy to get to and there is lots of free parking. Easy walk to close places to eat... even a Primanti Brothers

Loved the experience of the hands on stops in the museum. You can spend hours there and not see everything. It was a very interesting experience to hear all the things Hershey did for the community.

Very nice museum about the life of Milton Hershey. Lot of hands on type activities and things to touch, see, and listen to. The Chocolate Lad is woth the time to expirence. Our speaker did a great job and we got to make a bar of chocolate to take home with us.It wasn't very crowed when we went do to a snow storm that was happening so I don't know how it would have been on a typical tourist day.Everyone was very helpful and they paid attention to the visitors first. I felt like they wanted us to have the best visit ever!Thank you Hershey Museum staff for making our vist pleasant.

When visiting Hershey, PA, the must-see attractions include the History Museum, chocolate tasting, and the Chocolate Lab. These activities are enjoyable for both adults and kids alike. The facilities are beautiful, offering convenient parking, and interactive activities. It's a perfect blend of fun and learning, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the remarkable story of Hershey's.

MOST HAPPIEST PLACE i ever went there… I can’t believe i went there & enough times spent easily . My family just 100 times thanking me to how much good place i search for spring vacation !!! Tap tap tap , tap my shoulder 🤣Just one word for Hershey world is AMAZING ENOUGH ! Highly recommended for this place , how I amazed when i saw the light post or road lamp posts all r shape of kisses ( hershey kisses chocolate shape ) . Too much fun - too much delicious - too much enjoyable place Hershey museum is !!WE DID “ MAKE YOUR OWN CHOCOLATE “That is funnnnnn 🥳🥳🥳🥳Personal name on it it added extra value or extra energy 🤩i know i know its a kids area but we as a parents enjoy 😉 too . Plz plz plz go there ! There stuffs r all amazing & they give free chocolate like heaven . Ha ha ha ha mast say WE WILL GO AGAIN 🍫

This review is specifically about the chocolate tasting. This is a must do! It allows you to taste different percentages of chocolate but also different regions. Fantastic experience and is self paced so you can hang out and chat with friends while working your way through 6 tastes. $13 for a 6 sample flight.

I received the tickets for this through the Hershey lodge and it was a good time with my niece and daughter. We took part in the chocolate lab as well and had a blast in there. The coffee shop located in the museum building was also very good! I recommend going there over Starbucks located across the street.Take a couple hours and enjoy! Highly recommend.

This is a really cool place to visit! The museum has an amazing collection of Hershey history. They have a gift shop with a great selection of Hershey merchandise. The chocolate tasting was such a fun experience, it was definitely worth the little bit of extra money.

History of Hershey - the man, the town, and the sweets. Family friendly. Very informative. Scavenger hunt for kids. Cafe on main floor. See the kisses street lamps right out front.

I was so impressed by this place. Was not supposed to go but the building is so nice. Did not know the full story of Hershey and everything is so well explained. A must

This place is so cool! I love the interactive exhibits and the set up of the actual museum portion. I loved the little coin they gave to interact with the exhibit. The hot chocolate tasting was really cool and the guy who was handing out the flights was super nice.

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1st family trip in September 2022. This is a nice 11-acre North American wildlife refuge zoo. My family of 3 spent 2 hours in the zoo. It was leading up to closing time. We could have easily spent 2 1/2-3 hours to thoroughly see and appreciate all. So glad we got to visit Zoo America.

This is a very small, fun zoo with only North American exhibits. It takes less than an hour to go through, shorter if the creatures are hiding. The price is reasonable and there's lots of shade and comfortable stopping points.The best exhibit is the bears if they're active. They have a pool to play and wrestle in.

Not bad for a little zoo. Wish there was way more considering the $16 entry fee. Still very nice and it's a good walk. Good thing too is you can buy tix online ahead of time

The overall experience be would be better if the website mentioned that parking is limited and may be full if you arrive in the morning. Overflow parking is nearby, but if I had known that ahead of time I would have gone there first. Either that or have spaces set aside for people who have Zoo membership.The website should also be updated with information like birds being kept inside due to the bird flu. I have no problem with that, but all the other zoos in the area actually mention that on their website. If you're not aware of this it just seems like they don't have many animals.I was there on a Friday in April and most of the outdoor animals were more active in the afternoon. The only animals visible in the morning were the deer, elk, otters and wolves. In the afternoon the Moubtain Lion, Bobcat was America Marten were out while the otters were napping.

THE BEST ZOO I HAVE EVER BEEN TO SO FAR!!! They rescue all of the animals in the exhibits which is awesome. All of the animals are native to the north east regions so America and Canada. It was great really intimate experience because your literally up close to all the animals. Closest I’ve ever been to a lot of the types of animals I saw. I didn’t pay extra for the zoo because I got tickets for Hershey park for 49$ so that was cool. I would definitely recommend everyone to go. Once you know the animals are rescues it completely changes your perspective on place. It was heartfelt. Please do yourself the favor and visit this place at least once!!!!

My children and I love ZooAmerica. It's a great place to see many of the animals native to North America. Each of the exhibits is respectful to the animal, many of whom can't survive in the wild on their own. Going to ZooAmerica at different times of day allows you to see the animals in the kind of periods of time in which they are active. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable and there are many special events and summer activities for children to participate in. For us ZooAmerica is one of the reasons Hershey is the sweetest place on Earth.

ZooAmerica in Hershey, Pennsylvania. When visiting Hershey park the admission was included. It’s a fun way to slow down from the hustle of the amusement park. With lots of animals to see including night animals. Always fun to see. Not sure the price as I came from the amusement park. But still a fun little get away and rest as you see the amazing animals here.

Wasn't too much to see. Easy to get through and fun for kids to learn about some animals. A good break from the rest of the theme park chaos. The whole middle section just seemed to be vultures and non of the other animals you could usually see. However, it was super hot out so they may have moved them due to drought conditions. I'd go again though if I was going to be a Hershey Park.

4 due to my own experience. I knew it was a like the smaller zoos I'm familiar with, like Cape May County Zoo. I prepared the kids who were going with me to expect "an educational zoo" with the wildlife of North America represented.All of the animals were in great shape! All of there exhibits, even though they were of the older, "caged animals" type, interested and educated the 15yr old and 4yr old with us.If you have never been here before and are expecting any zoo like a large city, you'll be very disappointed.But I had a solid 4 out of 5, and I'll do it again. Once a year is perfect.

It's a small zoo, but there are some very cool animals here. With all the other attractions around it's a cool stop to have on your agenda, but don't have it as your main attraction. Another great thing was we were able to use our zoo pass from the North Carolina zoo for a big discount.

Came here with an hour and a half before they closed. We breezed though the whole thing by the time the park closed. 11 acres about and the animals were all there. For the most park, many were asleep. Not a big crowd of people during the weekdays. Parking wasn't an issue. There were big black vultures flying around. And apparently they're not part of the zoo. They're working with animal groups in how to have them not migrate to their zoo area. Think of giant black seaguls waiting to steal your unattended food. All north American animals are in the exhibit and wonderful to see.

The zoo is worth it for the price you pay, under $100 for a family of 5. Or free if you come from Hersheypark. Lots of exhibits, indoor and outdoor, but no bears... Most of the animals were not very active at 1 in the afternoon. The most active were the Prairie Dogs and Turtles. Routes around the zoo are easy to follow and very accessible with a stroller. Very small gift shop and free parking. If you're in the Hershey area, it's worth the visit.

Despite the fact that it wasn't very big this is an absolutely wonderful zoo. There is a suggested path that allows you to see everything if you follow it which makes things simple. The animal displays are great because you can really get up close to them. My favorite part was the nocturnal animals that were kept in low light so you could see them be active.

My kids loved seeing all the animals, the coolest part was when we were looking at the wolves and an ambulance went by the wolves all started howling. It was so cool to see ans hear them. Obviously this is not a normal occurrence, but just seeing the animals would have been enough.

We entered through hershey park, and it wasn't busy at all. It was an easy walk all the way around and took us about an hour. Would be longer for someone who likes to read all the signs and all, but with 3 boys they just like to look. It was clean and seemed well maintained. There was a good amount of animals to look at, but not overwelming that you feel rushed to look at it all. They really liked the binocular lookouts at many of the animals and could really look closely at the animals. For kids like mine that are constantly on the go, this was the perfect "mini zoo" to look at. Definitely recommend checking it out while in Hershey Park. Not sure that I'd buy tickets to just enter zoo America unless they were having a program or special exhibit or something like a close encounters type thing. Overall, we likes it and will definitely go back in when in Hershey Park again.

We had a wonderful time on the 8am private tour-- it was well worth the cost. We were the only people in the park aside for staff, and all the animals were out and active since it was quiet. Our guide (Ash) was a lovely person and very knowledgeable. Lots of special memories made.

I grew up going to Hersheypark and going to the zoo! This year, we are first-time season pass holders and have taken our daughter twice to the zoo, and she has loved it! Sometimes, the walkways can get a little crowded, so small stollers are better options since when we went, our wagon got caught trying to get through crowds. For the most part though its a really great low stimulating experience, and it's fun to see all the animals!

Zoo visit was a nice getaway from Hershey Park when it's really packed. Plenty of animals to check out. It was odd seeing so many Black Volchers, but after reading some of their signs about them, I understood why they were everywhere. Favorite parts of the Zoo for us were the Wolves and Bald Eagle exhibits. We walked through with barley anyone around us.

The zoo itself is awesome, it's located directly outside of Hershey park. If you buy a ticket to the theme park the zoo is included. You can also buy a ticket to just the zoo. Overall the zoo isn't huge but the animals are all super easy to see and it never seems too busy when we go. Good amount of animals to see prob takes about 2 hours to get through the whole park after seeing the animals.

Had a lot of fun. There are a lot of unique animals here that I haven't seen in other zoos. Really loved the indoor desert exhibit

While ZooAmerica is a fine addition to your Hershey Park ticket, I can't recommend it as a stand alone entry. For $17 a pop, we were done with the place within 30 minutes, and that was taking the long way, "suggested route". The animals were well cared for, even if the cages were far too small, and the staff was friendly and courteous, but it was way too much money for so little return.

I went for the 2nd time earlier this month; The last time being 2 years ago. I truly don't believe anything changed at all. Many of the animals were missing the day I was there, but for what it is, it is ok. ZooAmerica could definitely use a renovation.

Our visit to ZooAmerica in Hershey, PA, was truly memorable, filled with exciting activities and fascinating wildlife encounters. The diverse range of exhibits and engaging displays ensured that there was never a dull moment during our trip.One of the highlights was spending time observing the playful otters. Their energetic antics and underwater acrobatics provided entertainment for visitors of all ages. The bear exhibit was equally impressive, allowing us to witness these majestic creatures up close and learn more about their natural behaviors.The wolf exhibit was a definite standout, offering a unique and captivating experience. The wolves' presence was both powerful and intriguing, providing insight into the beauty and importance of these incredible animals in the wild. The knowledgeable staff added depth to the experience, sharing interesting facts and answering questions with enthusiasm.The overall atmosphere of ZooAmerica was welcoming and family-friendly. The exhibits were well-maintained, and the cleanliness of the facilities added to the positive experience. It's evident that the staff is dedicated to the well-being of the animals and the satisfaction of visitors.Our trip to ZooAmerica was not only entertaining but also educational. The combination of wildlife observation and informative displays created a well-rounded experience. I highly recommend ZooAmerica in Hershey, PA, for anyone seeking a delightful blend of fun and learning in a beautiful setting.

The zoo was alright. It was a great experience with a wide variety of animals. However, I am giving it 3 stars due to poor maintenance. Some of the machines dont work and the staff arent keen on issuing refunds.

I like to keep my membership so that I can use the reciprocity relationships. This has paid off dramatically!!! This is the best priced membership in the area. And I get so much more... I do wish they would get more animals though I would love to have a reason to visit more than I currently do.Though I have found a reason to hang out at the mountain lion habit... If only to test my Nile croc theory...

A short distance from home is a nice little Zoo, ZooAmerica, adjacent to Hershey Park. You can buy combined tickets to both, but we were going to just the Zoo, taking my senior Mom out for some sights. The Zoo, as the name implies, only has species that are found here in North America, so no zebra or tigers, lol. There are plenty of wonderful animals from North America, though, we really enjoyed the bears (even though they were napping, they were highly entertaining, from how they laid to yawning and stretching), otters, owls and mountain lions. The Zoo takes about an hour to slowly walk through, we stopped and purchased a few things in the gift shop as well. The entire Park and Zoo complex is cash free we learned today, as two of our group had "tip money" along for spending, but couldn't use. All in all a great trip for us to visit the Zoo and check out the animals. Admission pricing is Very reasonable, but appropriate as the Zoo is fairly small

Been coming to Hershey since I was a little kid, and Zoo America was always part of the experience. It's a fun way to break up the day and see animals from all across America.There are quite a few hills, so plan accordingly, but there are plenty of places to sit, and even a recommend route to walk through so that you don't miss anything. For a zoo that's attached to an amusement park, it's quite good, and definitely something that I've never seen at any other family park.I'd highly recommend giving it a try if you're in Hershey. It's included in the price of your ticket, and a fun experience.

Our family of 7 went to Hershey Park and visited Zoo America and were very happy to see Black Bear, Bald Eagles, Ottters, Elk, Wolves and many other exhibits. All well kept and natural looking. Highly recommend.

We had fun but I'd hate to be an animal that lives here...the nocturnal exhibit smells like cat urine. It is foul. The vultures are everywhere. They were terrifying once we realized they weren't part of the zoo. I also have to wonder if they are the reason for the gash on the black bear's neck. I also fear for the prairie dogs. They should close the zoo or relocate the animals temporarily until the vulture problem is solved. Imagine the stress of thousands of vultures being your neighbor...and potentially being their dinner!

This is a great, conservation-focused zoo in a very walkable setting. It was an enjoyable morning there seeing all kinds of creatures that call North America home!

This is not a big zoo and the entry fee of $18 feels inflated. There are a few exhibits and landscaping that are interesting. However, the design feels a bit outdated. This zoo surely needs modernizing.

Small but well kept zoo near Hershey park.

What a great day spent at Zoo America! There are a ton of different animals and exhibits to see, including multiple indoor exhibits. We took the 'Suggested Route' and it was fantastic. Each day, there is a different 'Meet and Greet' with select animals.The bear and eagle exhibits were so cool! Definitely check out the otters, too.The whole zoo has a lot of shade and coverage to avoid the sun. The indoor exhibits both are much bigger than they appear with a large number of animals/creatures in both!Overall, the zoo is great! It's definitely worth coming to! It's a good size, especially for walking around with little ones. Felt like you get up close to most animals. Only down side is the gift shop is on the smaller side and pricey but does have some cool souvenirs.

My family took my 2 year old daughter to Hersey Park for her 2nd birthday. She loved seeing the animals at Zoo America. Zoo America is included in the admission fee to Hershey Park.

For something different besides rides and food, cute zoo. Indoor exhibits as well as outdoors. Nice variety to see!

My significant other and I were enjoying Hersheypark and then we suddenly noticed the Entrance to ZooAmerica. It looked both mysterious and tempting.It was complimentary, so that was hard to pass up! We crossed a bridge to get to a building, in which we went through to get outside again. It was a weird concept, but it eventually worked out.The first thing we encountered was the Southern Magnolia. It was also listed as a Magnolia Grandiflora. It seemed odd to us, but we’re from Indiana. I liked it.The Roseate Spoonbill was pink and beautiful. I wish I could have purchased one.The Southern Painted Turtle was a cool one! It was listed as Frida.The American Alligator was close and definitely looked violent. I enjoyed that exhibit.The Thick-Billed Parrot was vibrant. It seemed like it could have been friends with the Roseate Spoonbill.The Burrowing Owl was pretty. It definitely seemed calm in the display.The Blue Spiny Lizard and Gila Monster exhibit was interesting. I definitely wouldn’t want to mess with either of them!The Saguaro Cactus was a new sight to see. It almost looked awkward to be in this place, but it was awesome.The Nine-Banded Armadillo display was small and to the point. I thought it was too small, though.The Barn Owl was another pretty Owl. I enjoyed viewing it.The Red-Tailed Hawk was close to that and looked like it was up to no good.The Bobcat was a different sight. It seemed very relaxed.The Black Bear exhibit was amazing. It was so cool to admire them from afar!The American Elk seemed far away. I wish I could have seen them a bit closer.The Mountain Lion display was a must. It was nice to see one!The Snowy Owl exhibit was a great stop. I adored this beautiful owl!The White-Tailed Deer and Wild Turkey display was pretty big. The Deer were gorgeous. Each Turkey seemed to mind their business.The Bald Eagle exhibit was decent at first, but it seemed that they didn’t have enough room in there.The Peregrine Falcon display was our next stop. The Falcon sure did seem fierce.The Gray Wolf exhibit was our last stop and ended up being my favorite. They were beautiful. They deserved to be in more space.The service was okay. There weren’t many employees here it seemed. It was unfortunate to not see the animals being catered to constantly. That was my biggest turn off.Overall, I’m glad I came here to see what it was all about. I loved all of the animals that I got to see, but some needed more space in my opinion. Maybe I’ll come back someday.Date of visit: May 24, 2024

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(7154)

4.0

(1155)

201 Park Ave, Hershey, PA 17033, USA

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A beautiful place close to Harrisburg, and 10 minutes from outlet mall. I loved the quiet atmosphere. Pretty huge inside, and plenty of games to play and spend quality time. Friendly services, and surprisingly easy to win! Low $10 minimum on roulette where I just like to spend time. Overall great experience.

This was our second visit here. Part of the casino allows smoking, and part of it is non-smoking. Being a nonsmoker, I prefer the area without people smoking. The gaming floor is large. They also have horse race betting available.The facility is located close to Hershey PA. There are hotels, restaurants, and gas stations nearby. The grounds are taken care of, and the landscaping is great.There is a Hollywood Casino located in Bangor Maine, too.

Love the outdoor venue. Seats are kinda cramped in too tight to where you barely have room to walk past people to get in or out. Saw Walker Hayes and then fireworks after the show for the 4th of July. All around a great time and experience.

I like the casino and location. Have a great restaurant and games. I had a lot of fun.

Slots are very tight here. I used to go here because it was a lot of fun when they actually did pay out enough to keep you playing for a good amount of time.Now you can blow through Hundreds in an hour and win nothing.The Casino itself is nice and clean. The food courts have good food.First 2 Big Hits were at Hard Rock Cafe Atlantic City NJ. Best I could get at Hollywood casino was full screen of Jacks. Of course I feel right place at the right time helps.

With no idea what to expect, we were very pleasantly surprised by the outdoor venue on 6/21/24. Traffic was nonexistent as we entered (may have been because the concert was advertised to start at 5pm, then 6pm, and the Ticketmaster tickets said 7pm. When I called the casino to clarify, the gentleman who answered said he could confirm the concert started at 7pm, but the opener was playing when we arrived at 6pm). We were directed to park in a grassy field in view of the stage. Easy getting into the venue. There are several shipping containers set up as concessions/drink stands at the back of the venue. No vegetarian options other than fries, but they did have burgers, cheesesteaks, soft drinks, water, beer, wine, and a mezcal station etc. Directly in front of the concessions were two patio areas with hanging lights and some chairs and another tented area for shade, all accessible to anyone. The concert seating was fixed rows of reasonably comfortable chairs and all had good views of the stage and giant tvs. On each side of the front rows were raised “specialty areas” one of which I recall was called the Oasis, which I’m sure folks paid more to access. Porta-pottys, stationed on both sides of the venue (they had tons of them, regular and handicap accessible), were extremely clean and handwashing stations were stocked with soap and water. After the concert, we moved swiftly to our vehicle and left with very little traffic (may have been because attendance was approx 2500 for the 5000 capacity venue). Overall excellent experience.

Won a few bucks but the best part was the plumbing department !! They had every size pipe you could ever need, so I marinated the steaks for about 18 hours. After that I tried to brace the sides from the inside because when the soil gets water soaked the Wright will bow the sides out. I parked on the street so the truck could back right into my driveway to dump all the amended soil... boy was I surprised at how soft that carpet was !! All in all, a nice place to spend a weekend or weekday evening.

Went there for a concert that was to start at 6pm, but stopped at Sheetz to meet a friend, so checked Facebook while waiting, and found out that at 530pm they decided to cancel/postpone the event. 😖😥 1st of all I feel this was poorly advertised or promoted, as I did not hear or see on billboard, tv or radio locally (within 20 miles) anything about this show! Only on Facebook did the algorithm show an ad, probably because I was buying tickets for another show of same decades 🤔 🤘 I feel Hollywood casino, iheart and ticketmaster all failed these bands and their fans with lack of promotion followed by lack of communication and notice of the cancelation. Now for the reschedule or the refund process 🥴 🤯?!.Inside the casino was smoky with cigar and cigarettes, the buffet and free soda fountain are gone, not many American themed machines 😒not many tables or games open. ok I'm rambling, sorry. My final opinion is "You could do better". 😕

It's nice. I mainly go for the horse racing. The track is set up where it's easy to see the horses in the paddock and easy outside betting too! Penn mile brought in hall of fame jockeys. Something for everyone even the kids. Inside slots if that's what you're into.

Had such a great time! It's a great place to go if you have a few extra bucks and if you're looking for a little excitement. There are plenty of slots and table games so you won't get bored easily. The only thing that I wish was different would have to be how the slot machines aren't really arranged the greatest.

An expensive casino with a racetrack. They have a parking garage but a lot of areas were closed off in the casino. On top of that they would let me take any pictures inside, which was a first.There are better casinos to try in York and Bethlehem, so I won't bother with this place again.

Great location and outstanding amenities and spacious room. Stayed for a concert. Visited the smokestacks and great pictures.

Great venue for concerts! They have food trucks with all kinds of food. They added more bathrooms. Staff is very helpful and friendly. If you can't find your seat, there are plenty of staff to help you. Felt very safe with all the security. I have been to 5 concerts here, so I would say it pretty awesome place!

2024-05-04 - 4 StarsLike any other Casino, a place to lose money.Watched others losing their money.

The casino is nicely done. I don't always win here, but you can't expect to always leave a winner. I like taking a break to eat dinner there. The food is good and there are a few places to choose from. The bathrooms are nice and clean. This casino has a good variety of machines to play. Staff there are always friendly and they make you feel welcome. If you like to gamble, this is the perfect spot for date night.

Very nice casino! Great sports bar inside with nice big TVs from every angle. Glad we stopped in to watch the final NBA game. Great food & service!

We stopped here on the way back from a road trip and we were pleasantly surprised 😮. It's absolutely 💯 % beautifully done. The food was pretty good and the slots paid fairly. We only stayed a few hours and walked out winning $ 109.00 between me and my wife. Stop by. Very fun.

Visited for the first time yesterday. I had a good time. The steakhouse was really nice. Had a few apps and some great cocktails. Played some tables and that was great. All the dealers were super friendly. I would have loved some more IPA selections as the main bar ran out of perpetual. My one gripe would be that when I visit casinos, usually when you’re playing you get free drinks but the drinks on the cart were not worth the bother and I’d just stop playing to get a drink at the bar.

This "Casino" is a joke. They shut down their poker room like everybody else during the pandemic. No problem. Everyone else re-opened their poker rooms years ago. Not here. 6 Months ago, they started advertising their "new" poker room, opening in spring of 2024. Here we are the summer.....Not a thing. Whoever is in charge is either too stupid to get this done or doesn't want to make it happen. And whoever is in charge of the website...says "Hollywood Casino's Live Poker Room is the only one of its kind in the Hershey and Harrisburg area." What a Joke.

1st time there and I won 600.00 on a 60. Cent machine. Left a winner. Very nice atmosphere as well. Bathrooms are beautiful . HOWEVER, their online casino was amazing in the beginning. Once you win big, you might be one of the unlucky ones to constantly have someone tweak your slots to never pay again. A weird message appears on your slot machine, and then you will never get into a bonus or win anything above a small amount again. Really, is upsetting. Also, do not care about your players' club card. I am an advantage, and I get 5 bonus spins worth 20 cents. There is nothing like the advantage card is supposed to offer. They want you to play their online casino but when you have someone constantly mess with your slots to the point you never win, not even your bet amount back makes you want to play draftkings or golden nugget. Wish they would learn and not mess with the online slots

The outdoor venue at Hollywood Casino is my favorite venue in Central PA. They host great bands at reasonable prices. The staff is helpful without hanging over the crowd. This is a casual venue, with plenty of room to walk around with friends and purchase drinks/food. It's truly the perfect Summer venue!

Don’t have much luck here and I hate that you got to pay for your drinks but I keep returning anyhow

Not familiar with the casino and didn't even care to go inside, especially since the buffet isn't there anymore and I'm not a gambler anyways. I came for the Keith Sweat concert and it was Nice.The homie Sweat did his thing and gave us a great show. The rain didn't come, me and my lady enjoyed ourselves....as well as everyone else. The energy was NICE!

My husband and I were going out for date night. There was a live band that was playing there, I do have to say that the music venues they put up there are really great. The facility isn't bad either it's an older one, wear and tear is to be expected always nice and clean. Especially the bathrooms. The employees there walking around are really nice. Smiles on everyone's face didn't hear anyone complaining about their job which was wonderful.So we went out for a date night, husband said he wanted a steak. He remembered that there is a steakhouse in the casino. One stop shop great music and food.We went to the steakhouse "Final Cut" understanding that it can be a little pricey. That's perfectly okay with us I'm happy to pay good money for good service and good food. We spent over $200 + tip. The drinks were mediocre, I am a cocktail drinker. My husband doesn't prefer drinks but I do enjoy my mix. The cost of them and the taste of them, I'm not sure that it reflected quite right, especially for the amount that you got in your martini glass. My husband ordered the prime rib at $57, I got their halibut which was around $40. My fish was on couscous which I have to say was cooked perfectly. I was really surprised that it was not mushy. The fish on the other hand, was so dry. I absolutely love halibut and that I have to say was the most disappointing I've had. We had Korean burnt pork ends for appetizers not bad well worth $14. I have to say that was the best part including the brussel sprouts. Those were the only two things that I wish we had ordered.I was sorely disappointed that we spent that much on a meal that I feel was lacking. We left there and I felt I had just wasted my money, I didn't say anything to my husband because I didn't want him thinking I didn't appreciate it.My husband has never complained about the places we've ate. Also the first time he asked me about writing my reviews. This one bothered him enough that in the middle of the night he turned to me and said I don't mind spending the money but I'm bothered by the fact of I don't feel it was worth what we paid.I think that sums it up. Definitely will head there for the music not sure about eating dinner again.

This was a great venue! We saw Mudvayne here. We had pit tickets and had easy access in and out for drinks and to use the restroom. Will definitely be returning for future shows!

Truck driver here. I stop at casinos all over the country when I have time. This one is about a mile off the freeway. Food is good people are friendly and alots are better than anywhere I've been and I've been to a few. I play $1 machines or blackjack mostly. I hit a top progressive jackpot $100 in. I also hit several big wins on other machines. They do a drawing from 5-10pm for all jackpot winners. If you have no discipline I recommend you get you winnings out of there if you want to stay for that.

Great casino, has smoking and non smoking areas, few restaurants, horse track, concert venue. Provide good comps. All in all great experience for me.

We just stopped we were passing through. Security staff was super nice. We were only there for a short while.

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(9988)

3.5

(809)

777 Hollywood Blvd, Grantville, PA 17028, USA

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Please keep in mind that I am reviewing this place as someone who does not drink. Generally, I make a point of staying away from breweries but had heard that the food here was really good so I gave it a try with a friend who lives in the area.Let me start by saying that this property is beautiful! Despite being on the side of the highway, the brewery has multiple indoor and outdoor dining area that offer seclusion. The beer tasting room inside is MASSIVE and a must for any beer lovers in the area.You order the food inside at the counter and they call you to come pick it up. While definitely not a full service restaurant, the menu seems to be well-curated and always changing.My friend and I both started with the gazpacho soup, which was delicious on a hot summer day and came in nice large white bowls. For dinner, I got the Birra Tacos. the presentation could have been better and for $7 you get one taco. I think there's a little taking advantage of the drunk munchies going on here..My friend got the corn salad, which looked really good and light and refreshing on a hot summer evening. But the menu continues to change and honestly almost everything looked good to me!I probably won't be back any time soon but if you are looking for some upscale cuisine in the Hershey area, give this place a shot. Their food (and I presume their beer) will not disappoint!

I've been wanting to stop here for quite some time. We had lunch on the way to Allentown. My wife had the Smoked Brisket sandwich. I had the Smoked Chicken sandwich. Both were fresh and tasty. They serve a in-house spicy ketchup with your fries that is to die for. I had a pint of When In Doubt helles lager. Excellent service from Steph. Wonderful facility, worth a stop.

I was excited to bring out-of-town family here on an otherwise rainy day as this brewery has great reviews and I love Perpetual IPA! After waiting 30 min in line for food and another 30 min for the beeper, an hour total for food that you pick up at a counter and tip for self-service, I was surprised to see food that I didn’t order on one of the trays. The gal said I could grab boxes and just take it home. I asked if I had paid for it and she confirmed that it was on my ticket and I had been charged. I was told that since I hadn’t opened up a food tab, I would have to go upstairs, get my credit card, and come back downstairs to get a refund for the unordered food before I would be permitted to take the hot food up to my family to eat…. So because of their mistake, we would now be further inconvenienced and have to eat cold food. I chose to keep the food that I hadn’t ordered rather than further delay the night. A bartender stopped by to kindly let us know that they were closing the upstairs but to take our time and was super sweet and offered to get a manager which I declined. I’m sure this was just an off night but I hope this review is an opportunity for management to review policies in how they handle employee mistakes that further inconvenience the customer. I do not plan to go back and find out if this was an off night as the overall experience was pretty horrible, and we have boxes of leftover overcooked food that will ultimately land in the trash, but, they do have great IPAs so that is a plus :)

I'd like to say we come here for the beer but the food always knocks it out of the park.Troges is always expanding and getting inventive with how to accommodate additional patrons (can't wait to use the patio as it warms up).They have a few pre-planned flights but you can always create your own with anything they have on tap (they do have quite a few of specialty corked bottles as well). I was pleasantly surprised to see they have spiked seltzer options now too (very refreshing).The food was top notch this visit. I got the scallop tostadas which had so much flavor and were seasoned/cooked to perfect. You also have to get the fries with their special ketchup. Also, make sure to check out the dessert selection. The passion fruit Swiss roll was packed with flavor and I wish I could by the sauce to take home!Hit the gift shop before leaving to take home extra brews to enjoy or pick up a cool new hoodie. This is also where you can sign up for a tour on the weekend (you can also do so on their website since they can sellout quickly). They have one of the best brewery tours on the easy coast!Shout out to the staff. They are always on the move taking orders and ensuring the dinning area is clean.

5 star for beers and atmosphere but the food is why I took off a star. Great selection of beers. Flight can only pick 4 beers and only ones on draft. Ones in bottle can't do flight. Food-got the fries and pretzels. Both were dry and a little sad. Enjoyed the beers, especially the scratches (limited editions), the scratch IPAs and then the grand cacao were great! Self-guided beer tour was cute and the store staff and brewery staff are all very friendly. Would visit again if in the area.

We visited Troegs during the first weekend in June. We had a tour scheduled for Friday afternoon and to our surprise, we were the only ones booked for a tour at that time. We were extremely fortunate to have a private tour with Bob and we had the best time! Bob is an absolute treasure. He was so knowledgeable and tailored the tour to our previous knowledge of breweries (we didn’t have much knowledge to start with). Before the tour started we had a choice of three different beers and Bob gave full descriptions of each helping us choose what we would like the best. Then he took us through the whole factory tour with a few more beer tastings along the way and the tour ended with more beer tastings and a souvenir glass. The price of the tour was worth it just for the amount of beer we got to try and for the glass, let alone the amazing tour we had with Bob. After the tour we ate at the snack bar. The food is unreasonably delicious. It’s such a cool place to hang out. I wish we lived closer so we could visit more often. If you’re considering visiting for a tour, do it. We had so much fun. Also recommend stopping by for just food and drinks. It’s seriously surprising how great the food is.

Cannot recommend Troegs enough! The food here is amazing and everything pairs well with their brews. Servers are all very cheerful, attentive and make great recommendations. A good place to chill and enjoy time with friends. You won’t feel rushed, you can enjoy each sip and bite. So much fun!

The staff is very friendly and the service is quick. The brisket was just ok and the fries could have been crispier. The highlight of the food was the pretzel. The malted barley added just enough of touch to make unique and it was salted perfectly. I tried it with cheese and it wasn’t the right pairing, however the mustard cream sauce was just right.

OMG the beer is great, the food is great, and the staff is great. I got a couple of flights to try multiple beers and wasn’t disappointed with the flavor. Everyone is pleasant and helpful, I sat at the bar and if anything got close to empty one of the 4-5 people came over and asked if I needed anything. The brisket sandwich was good, but one thing I didn’t order looked phenomenal… the grilled cheese. A massive sandwich cut in half and paired with a bowl of tomato soup like dipping sauce and an order of fries. It looked crispy brown and delicious.

What every brewery experience should be. Fantastic beer, interesting food menu and excellent vibe. Wonderful way to spend an afternoon. Gift shop sells many souvenirs AND most beer offerings in cans or bottles while serving a few specialty beers only available at the brewery. Definitely recommend and plan to go back soon.

Lucky to find this on a rainy day in Hershey. The staff was warm and friendly, and ready to answer any questions and guide the way. Beer was the best I had of the breweries we went to on our three day trip and the only place I took beer home from. Additionally, the food there was fantastic: brisket sandwich, Brussels sprouts, and the daily special of pretzel bun stuffed with mozzarella and a delicious pesto, and of course… horseradish pickles (bar snack). Would highly recommend and would make sure to go back if ever in the area again!

Stopped for lunch and enjoyed a nice meal and a beer flight. Outdoor seating for a nice day. They had a few vegetarian options, the asparagus zucchini salad was my favorite.

This place is so cool! The beer is great, food was excellent (I had the Zuchinni and Asparagus Salad, my partner had the brisket sandwich and we split the Octoberfest Pretzel with amazing mustard cream). Seriously cool atmosphere, family friendly and great beer!

Great food and great service! Got the ahi sandwich without the bread - extra veggies- yummilicious- my hubby got the duck- super yummy with a kick and collards so delicious 🤤 A friend got the frog 🐸 legs - ( only pic I got ) interesting 🤔 good, just different 👍🏼Only complaint is that it’s so loud and tables so wide hard to talk in a group. But otherwise fantastic 👍🏼

We did the brewery tour on our last visit, which was very interesting. Sampled several excellent brews. The menu was surprisingly diverse and featured many locaĺly sourced options, all prepared on site. The horseradish pickles and ahi tuna sandwich were great

Wonderful location to meet with friends. Best beer in the area, and the light blue beers on the menu are cool experimental ones that I always enjoy trying. Tröegs is where I take each and every set of family members that come to visit me in PA. Delicious, fresh food with an emphasis on supporting local farmers and beekeepers, and a world class brewery tour. The self tour is splendid as well, with lots of thought put into the signage that directs you throughout the facility—super informative and I learned a lot. About beer and how it is made!

Went with my family during our vacation to Hershey, PA. Staff were friendly and attentive. Food were delicious. We had braised spare ribs, smoked brisket sandwich, cajun catfish and special pork chop. And of course we tried the tasting flights. My favorite was the cordial elf.

This was a great place! The drinks were good, the atmosphere was nice, and the beef brisket sandwich was sooo good! It has a slight spicy kick to it but not overpowering so you could still taste the other flavors. Sorry I didn’t get pictures of the food and drinks.

My family has been visiting here for years and we have loved watching this brewery expand over time. Parking as well as seating is spacious. Seat yourself throughout the entirety of the brew hall. Great staff always friendly and knowledgeable (**most recent visit we had a gentleman named Chad that assisted our table and was a pleasure to talk during our brew experience**). Tours are top notch as well as the merchandise area. This business has really grow into a destination attraction not just a quick stop. Truth be told, certainly a bit calmer atmospher during a week day rather than a weekend but obviously overall Top Brewery A+. Always remember ENJOY the beer 🍺 the beer enjoys having you be there as shown in the last picture.🙂

The Troegs brewery is very impressive in scale and offerings. The beer and food are both creative and delicious. The can and bottle artwork add a unique, personalized touch to the brand. The brewery is a year-round great place to have a great meal and refreshing and complex beverages. They have a beverage for everyone, and it is family-friendly. It is conveniently located near Hershey and the amusement park. Give it a try, you won't be disappointed.

This ranks very high up there in the way of large breweries, I have visited hundreds of breweries in last decade across all US and separate them or group them by size when comparing to other smaller independent venues.Of the larger places I have visited this place really has it dialed in.So glad I took the detour en route to Philadelphia from TN, and can’t wait to plan my next trip and make it at least an overnight in the Hershey market.Their to go beer prices as compared to most breweries was really on point, and seems like many folks feel the same way with nearly everyone leaving with 12 packs or cases on their way out.

Amazing place. The service is exceptional, the atmosphere is so fun, and the food and beer are spectacular. We did a guided production tour and Kristen was our tour guide. She did an incredible job and the tour was so wonderful!

What a great place. Had activities for my son to keep him busy. The pretzel was huge! Love the mustard dipping sauce. The lamb pita was sooo good. Oh, and let me not forget the pork bellu bites.. to die for!!. My son had the pb&j sandwich which he loved too. Great prices for the food and the beers!!! Amazing

I love Tröegs beer and I am fortunate that one of the few states they deliver to is New Jersey - my home state. So when I was out at the RV show in Hershey, I was 100% set on stopping here for some taste testing and take home. It’s located in a really convenient place, easy to find, and plenty of parking. The building itself is really beautiful and all of the signage and the outdoor seating area gave a lot of options. I did a flight and tried some great new beers I have not had from their collection. There are almost too many options and the information they provide on each beer is so helpful. I did not get any food, but the smells that were coming from the kitchen (which highlight local ingredients) were outstanding. I’d definitely go back hungry next time. After my flight, I went to the store and the staff were really helpful. I got a few more tastes and settled on a growler as well as a few bottles and cans. If I lived in that area, I’d be there regularly (so it’s a good thing I don’t). Highly recommend it if you like tasting good beers.

Took the brewery tour with Lori and it was amazing! Me and my wife were in from Michigan and she crushed it. Great tour and very good craft beer, if you’re looking for something to do for an hour I would highly recommend it.

Love their beer and the science behind the beer and their brewing. Tried their new Nimble Giant and it was great!We have visited in the past and the food was great then. Line was a little too long to wait to order food after we waited 15 minutes to get a beer.Weekends are crazy busy and seating and parking is very hard to find.Inside and outside seating.Areas where you can walk around to see their brewing stuff on a self tour.Gift and merchandise store to get beer to go.Parking lot is free and big but when it is busy, very hard to find parking.Prices of beer are reasonable.Seating is seat yourself. You go and order your own beer and food.

Didn’t know what to expect coming here for something to eat and drink. Was pleasantly surprised. They obviously had a vast selection of beer, but the food choices were outstanding. Atmosphere was inviting and laid back. Staff did an exceptional job!

Great date spot!! Tour is extremely affordable ($15 per person) and plenty of benefits for it. 1 full “welcome beer” and 3 other samples, as well as a free pint glass. The staff is welcoming and polite. Snack bar wait was fast even with them being crowded, well worth the 90 minute ride and will be going again!

Incredible independent brewery in Hershey, PA. Of course they have an incredible Chocolate stout, Grand Cacao. The ambiance, drinks, and food were all incredible. The location is family friendly and a new favorite when in the area for work or vacation! Hope you enjoy as much as I was able to during my visit!

We enjoyed the tour. Started with a glass of beer (3 to choose from), then the tour and then to sample 3 beers in the barrel room. We only got 2 samples, but those were generous pours for a tasting so no complaints here. The tour was informative, and the tour guide was very personable and kept it entertaining and moving along. Free pilsner glass is a nice touch. We didn’t try the snack bar but their choices looked great. Take the tour, it’s worth the $15 and hour.

The employees here were fabulous to visit with! We sat at the bar and immediately Brent took great care of us! He recommended the BEST of the food menu and he was spot on! The beef croquettes were amazing as well as the artichoke fun bread with marinara sauce. Thick yummy chicken soup. The atmosphere is alive and high spirited. This place is huge! Outdoor picnic table area is dog friendly. Lights hung all around outside for a beautiful outdoor atmosphere. Jake another bartender was much fun to talk to and Very helpful and friendly!

Had Sunday Brunch here and it was FAST service! Very kind staff, only issues were that it was so loud and crowded, a lot of kids around, and food was a tad expensive for what you got. However, we’re excited to come back again soon!

Troegs is one of my favorite breweries of all time. Always the nicest people, the best beers, and they have vegan options on the menu. Great atmosphere. Definitely a cool spot.

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(2649)

4.5

(891)

200 Hersheypark Dr, Hershey, PA 17033, USA

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What an amazing place! They have 3 floors worth of stuff. I couldn’t believe my eyes. They surely have something for anyone. I will definitely have to come back someday. Workers were super kind and friendly with helping get a necklace out of a cage that I wanted to buy. There were items there that I have never seen in person before and worth while looking at. They even had uranium glassware available! (Not to drink out of LOL). They have it with a black light so you can see that it’s glowing. There are also public restrooms so you should be set if it’s a rainy day and you need something to do. I could’ve spent hours in there if I never realized what time it was LOL. Will be back!

This is my favorite antiques store in all of PA! It’s huge, the staff are great, and the prices are super fair. I bought an old percolator here the other day and it made the best damn cup of coffee I’ve ever had.

Quick stop today and we found treasures for our 1970s inspired vacation rental. Everyone was so fantastic! Very friendly. Can’t wait to go back!

We've been here a few times and each time we say the same thing... it's too damn big. All jokes aside, this place is full of treasures. The beauty is each stall is unique and you can find anything here. From furniture to china, wood working tools to collectibles and everything in between. Prices are fair and their are plenty of good deals to be had if you keep your eyes peeled.Best part though? Staff is amazing. They are attentive, quick with a jokes, and friendly. I would come back because of that alone.

~ currently they had a lot of stuff 15%-20% off ~This place is so cool with the different venders being able to sell collectibles/antiques without being there. A very wide selection like: fiesta dishes, uranium glass dishes, comics, jewelry, paintings, fishing supplies, Games, clothing, furniture/mirrors, plus more. it’s floors sound very squeaky but are completely safe. there’s three floors ( 1st, 2nd, & basement) and no available elevator to the public it seems * I include a photo *. It’s a very nice place to skim through and spend some time at.Personally, I’d deem this place as not handicap accessible.

I enjoyed this store very much. Clean and tidy, and helpful staff member, who directed me to a handful other local antique stores. I will definitely return :)

Great collection of interesting antiques and collectable items. Friendly staff including a gentleman named Jeff who is a vendor who works to help customers as well. Helped us find unique items that are within our interests. Will hope to dedicate more time for our next visit. Columbia, PA has a gem in this business!!!

What a great local treasure. So many amazing finds within these walls. Bring back the joys of childhood or learn a new passion

Very nice store! Very big with three floors and many glass cases! Much bigger than it looks from the outside despite it being a warehouse looking building! Very well organized and I thought the prices were very well priced overall. Worth coming to the area to visit!

One of our favorite antique malls in the Lancaster, Columbia and Strasburg area. After spending 4 days, traveling those areas and visiting nearly all malls. This one stands out at a highlight of the trip. The amazing staff, display booths, prices and selection of items helped us find treasures and walk back through time.

I've stopped in here twice now on my yearly excursion to Lancaster. I love this shop. It's well organized enough but antique store enough- if that makes sense. Just enjoyable.

Wonderful selection of vintage purses and antique L.E. Smith glass I am interested in. However, I was pointed at and followed by a male and female employee while I shopped for over an hour prior to the pointing woman approaching me to very firmly request the items I was carrying be placed behind the register. I was treated as if I was going to steal the entire time I was shopping. My husband was there as well and holding multiple items - none of which were asked to be placed behind the register. Ridiculous and rude. I am not shocked considering all of the employees are of a certain flavor. Or lack of.

Make sure you have plenty of time this place is big and there's lots to see people are so friendly that work here neat little town good food across the street

Wow, incredible amount of great finds here.

Three floors full of goodies in an old hardware store setting. Staff was friendly and lots of dealers had sales. Went home with some treasures and can’t wait to come back!

I have been looking for a hallway console table to fit in to my small nook and found this beautiful piece and I am so happy

Amazing place to spend a day. The staff members are wonderful, the booths are organized and you can find a bit of everything there!

Thank you so very much to Cindy and her crew . For finding the prices of the insulators I wanted. And holding them till I could get there to retrieve them. Will definitely be coming back here soon

The place is great. The employees are junk. You can't have a line up of all boomers as employees and expect this place to stay relevant. I applied here like 3 times, emailed them to remind them to look at their email machine. No replies. I'm actually someone who could bring in a huge customer base, military veteran, very knowledgeable in the business of antiquities. I'm actually offended. Not even a "nah we're good, we don't need you." Old snobs and know it all Karen's. Ya'll are freaking junk.

Closed early but the floor we saw was GREAT!! Quality, organized and priced most appropriately. Can't wait to go back to see the other 2 floors!! My son and wife love creepy stuff. This was right up their alley.

3 floors of things to explore. Not even sure how long I was there. Maybe 2-3 hours. So much to see. Restrooms on the first floor. Paid parking on street and free parking lot behind the building.

What a great place to shop antiques. Three floors of great and varied selections. The workers are always pleasant and helpful. I visit frequently becuase stock is changing all the time.

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This place is so cool! My group only had wings and drinks but it was all delicious! The vibe inside is super chill. They have karaoke nights and live music and murder mystery dinners and more! The staff are all nice and wanting to have conversations. Great crew of people working! The outside area is large and really cool. There's corn hole and large chess! And the catacombs were beautiful! The tour is also very fascinating I suggest you do it it's free and informative!!

We were in the area and we wanted to visit this unique place, the catacombs are open after 5pm so we had dinner at the brewery, the food was good, the patio is super charming. We were able to take the tour to the catacombs with the hostess who was super friendly and knowledgeable. We definitely plan to return to have dinner in the catacombs, it is something out of the ordinary, a trip to the past, worth the trip

First time here!!! Came for a murder mystery dinner, ate at the hotel. Had a fabulous time. Amazing place. Staff was very welcoming to us walking around to look around before and after our dinner. Was offered a tour after our dinner. Would defiantly recommend to attend one of their events or even to eat there at the restaurant.Only thing i would probably add - with the selling the tickets - maybe add what all is being added with the chicken or beef.Possibly add the menu to the tickets, would be helpful on choosing chicken or beef.My significant other’s chicken was cold / I do understand that many plates are made at the same time, not sure if you have hot plates to have food to be under while waiting to be served.Otherwise we really had no complaints. Whatever sauce was on the chicken was very different, but a good different!!!! Loved it….,

Enjoyed a murder mystery dinner with friends to celebrate Valentine’s Day! Food was delicious and the show was very entertaining. Then we took a tour of the brewery after dinner. Very neat to hear the history of the brewery. Will absolutely be back again!

Unbelievable atmosphere and the staff are so friendly! Stopped in during October for dinner and the place was perfectly decorated for Halloween. Their house beer and cocktails are top notch. However their food left much to be desired. I would highly recommend stopping in for a beer and a walk around anytime.

We had a wonderful experience here. It started off with an informative tour of the history of this brewery as we were walked to our seats down in the catacombs. The whole ambiance of it being dimly lit and eating dinner under the street was very unique. We had excellent service and each of our dishes we order came out great. We will be back again for sure!

Beautiful old building in beautiful small town. Spectacular pirate performance on 5/26/2023 42ft below street level in the catacombs. The staff and food and show great people and worth every bit of the five stars given. Worth the ride worth the time and money my only comparison would be if you liked the medieval times style show there you go! That show not for the little kids 16yrs plus at least.

Did a Murder Mystery Dinner for my husband's and best friends birthday. It was so much fun. When we first walked in we were greeted by a gentleman who stayed in character from the time we arrived till the end of the dinner. Drinks were made by the pleasant bartender Dave. All drinks were very good. I believe there were 65 people that attended the dinner. The food came out a little later than I expected. First course was a salad. It could have had more dressing. Next we received some broccoli soup. The portion was quite small. Next we received our main entree. I got chicken with a corn and mashed potatoes. My husband got the same sides but he got the steak. The chicken was very good, the corn was a tad bit spicy and the mashed potatoes were very good. My husband's steak was cooked to perfection and melted in your mouth. Last was dessert. A chocolate brownie/cake with chocolate icing and some whipped cream. It was very good. I would say that rolls with butter would have been a nice "hold me over" since the food came out later than expected. My husband was chosen to play a role, which I believe they chose one person to participate from each room. He did a great job and definitely tried his best to get in to character. Overall the dinner was very fun and exciting. I would definitely do it again.

I wanted to visit the catacombs since I saw Bube’s on Ghost Hunters. It became the focal stop on our road trip. I didn’t read reviews until we were close, and several poor ones worried me. But we had a fantastic visit. ✨The building is gorgeous. Our dinner reservation began with a brief tour and background of the property. The hostess walked us to our table downstairs making sure we were careful to watch our step.There’s a great cocktail menu, and the drinks were not weak! (I almost overlooked the shimmery liquor in my spritz because of the low-lit environment.)The seafood pasta and stuffed chicken breast were so delicious. I have never enjoyed brussels sprouts but ate every last one here. Zero complaints on the food, its temperature, or the preparation.Kendra, our server, was enthusiastic and attentive. We inquired and received a couple of paranormal stories. Even upstairs I asked if the bartender could wrap up a pint glass I purchased for our drive, and he did well to protect it. Great service from cool staff.The Biergarten out back is gorgeous. There are tons of games and ample seating. It all adds to the character of the property.Suggestions that could further improve the experience:*A confirmation text/email of the reservation*Bread to nibble on before entrees*Another vegetarian entree option (not a mushroom fan here)Overall, this was the highlight of our 10 day road trip. The charm of Main Street Mount Joy made it even more worth it. I would love to return, and I encourage others too to check out Bube’s.

Very unique experience. The craft beers were great, and the food was well made. The menu fits the upscale feel, but doesn't try to be too special. I had the pork shank with ratatouille, and the chocolate peanut butter cake. The shank was tender and flavorful, balanced nicely by rustic mashed potatoes and glace, and the ratatouille was well made, with the vegetables having a nice bite and the spicy tomato sauce adding a welcome kick. The service was a tad slow, but very kind and friendly, and they had been invaded by pirates, so understandable.

Pictures cannot do the catacombs justice. Definitely plan ahead and get reservations, especially on the weekends. They say they book ahead usually 2 weeks out on Saturdays. parking is simple. Dinner was so nice and service was incredible. Dan was our server and so attentive, really knew the menu. We had some party members who were gluten sensitive and he knew exactly what was gluten-free friendly/not.Incredible service/experience. A must do in the area.

Absolutely love the history, the service and the food! Did I mention the unique atmosphere that allows you to dine in the catacombs… this is my new favorite place!

I misunderstood the way the restaurant worked I thought the whole thing was in a cave. We ended having the best time on the patio!! Our server Jake was amazing!! If you’re a history buff and want to know some amazing sites in the area, he’s your guy! He gave history on the restaurant and all the details on stuff like the hotel, murder mystery dinners ect. He even shared a local spot that we ended up exploring after dinner. He was super nice and the food was amazing. Bubes is a hidden Gem!

We had dinner in the catacombs. The experience was totally unique, and the staff was wonderful. Everyone, the bartender, the person who did our tour while taking us to our table and finally our waiter, was great - super friendly and accommodating.Before coming, we had read all of the reviews. We knew not to expect much from the kitchen so when our experience was the same as other's, we weren't surprised. Knowing in advance also made it so we were not disappointed. We went for the experience and were so pleased with the people!We started with the lobster bisque and roasted brussel sprouts. I was pleasantly surprised to find a substantial amount of actual lobster meat in the soup, although I would have preferred they didn't toss in the oyster crackers for me as I don't eat crackers in my lobster bisque.The main course consisted of pork tomahawk for my husband and the filet oscar for me. His pork was fine. I ordered my steak rare, as rare as they could serve it. It arrived well done. The way the waiter asked about it led me to believe the cook already knew his error. I shared that it was indeed well done but that I would eat it anyway. The waiter insisted on bringing me another. The second steak was perfect. Unfortunately, my husband finished his meal before mine arrived. We had 3 drinks in total, the soup, an appetizer and two meals for a cost over $200 (including tip). It would have been best if we could have enjoyed our meals together.The green beans were ok. The potatoes were over cooked.Overall, I recommend trying the catacombs at least once. The experience was amazing. Hopefully, they work out the kinks in the kitchen to make it a 5 star experience.

I came here with a group for a tour and a beer tasting. This historic place is very interesting and worth a visit, if not for dinner than for one of their murder mystery events. The staff is very courteous and addressed all of our questions.

If you want a fun, interesting and unique place to get a bite to eat and maybe even some entertainment, then this is the place. Industrial decor and catacombs downstairs as deep as 35 feet below ground level. Great food selections and plenty of variety on drink options. If you are looking for a really unique and fun time sign up for one of the feasts in the catacombs. There is also outside seating when weather is nice. Live music on Sat night and some other nights.

I went to this place for diner after a day of hiking. The waiter downstairs offered an excellent service and the food was amazing. Not too pricy for the place and the service. I would have given them 5 stars if the hostess upstairs wasn’t so rude and Unwelcoming. We did not have a reservation, however, the bartender told us somebody had cancelled, so he would get us that table if they didn’t show up in 30 minutes. This made the hostess even more upset for no reason, it was like she didn’t want us in there. Made it very hostile for us, because we didn’t have a reservation. When we went downstairs, there were more than enough empty tables available, although not as many waiters. The caves were awesome and everybody was very nice( except from that lady by the front) the steak was on point, hands down to the chef!

There isn’t an experience quite like the catacombs here, it was really unique! Our server was great and the beers were fantastic. The food was ok, but the location and beer stole the show more than the food.

Bube's checks all the boxes: Great food, amazing brews and a treasure trove of history and industrial atmosphere from a hundred years ago. My burger was juicy and the onion rings were crispy, crunchy and not greasy. I'll definitely be back.

I came here after a hike with friends and we really wanted to see what this place was about! The inside of the restaurant definitely didn't disappoint, and the drinks and food were pretty good too! I ordered fish and chips and I will say that the fish could've been more seasoned, but the fries were perfect! Come for the food & stay for the awesome interior, or vice versa! Either way, it was a unique spot that I'd be willing to try again!

Very unique place! Loved the atmosphere and the history. Definitely take the catacomb tour!! The food was ok, a solid 6/10, for us. Not bad, but nothing particularly special and the portions were a bit small, with the size of the Mac and Cheese being an exception. The beers were tasty and smooth. The staff was delightful and seemed to care. We would return for the experience, not necessarily the meal.Pork chop; dry and glaze dried quickly, making it impossible to get on the chop. Green beans were fresh but unseasoned. Mashed potatoes were good.Pulled Pork: decent, not a lot of meat, very standard tasting. Fries were excellent.Mac and Cheese: "wasn't horrible, but wasn't the best. Basic. "

Staying at the hotel in the newly renovated jungle room. What a fantastic place! An historic brewery from the 1800's. Brandon our server was awesome and Richard helped us immensely upon arrival. Kelly who handled our reservation at the hotel was beyond amazing as far as customer service. The food was wonderful. Looking forward to returning in the future. Came back for a second time and stayed in the Arabian nights room. We ate dinner at the catacombs, which was fantastic. Jack and Autumn are awesome! This place is an absolute gem and the rooms are works of art!

Awesome venue space for events/dinner/drinks and staff are great and friendly! The drinks and food are delicious. They are wonderful to work with for planning events. The beer garden is really neat and a perfect spot for your next happy hour or group mixer!

We dined in The Catacombs restaurant, but arrived early for our reservation so had cocktails at the bar on the main level. Good service with friendly attitude at the bar.The Catacombs were exquisite- the food was delectable, and priced fairly for the excellent quality. Atmosphere was charming and calming; the service was exceptional. Jude was not only our drinks fellow but had a roaring conversation with my other half all about English soccer teams. (We were the last couple seated and it was nice to have so much one-on-on attention.) Kendra was our main food server and she was wonderful too.Lobster bisque, which was seasoned perfectly, and heated to a perfect temperature, with enormous lump lobster in it and Stuffed Mushrooms were scrumptious!He ordered the Pork Alois, a meal for for a king and equally as tasty, and I had the salmon- excellently seasoned and served. We both had cocktails, ginger beer, and coffee; all was stupendous.Highly recommend for an intimate evening our and a unique, delicious dining experience.

Had an absolutely wonderful time at Bube’s! Make sure to make a reservation at their dining in the catacombs, because this experience is truly one of a kind.The experience starts off with a little tour of the catacombs and parts of what the building started off as - a hotel. You end with being seated in a very aesthetic area of the catacombs. Our waiters were very nice, and even compensated part of the meal as the some of the food took very long to come out. Our waiter was very attentive and made sure to check on us!The food was really good - the salmon and chicken entrees were delicious. The bruschetta appetizer was also tasty. While waiting for our table, the bar is available for you to order drinks: their holiday drinks are tasty, especially the gingerbread spiced ones!

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102 N Market St, Mount Joy, PA 17552, USA