What if I am staying at The Hotel Hershey or Hershey Lodge?
Guests of The Hotel Hershey and Hershey Lodge will receive complimentary tickets to use during their stay.
Is the Butterfly Atrium open? Is there an additional fee?
The Butterfly Atrium is open daily. There is not an additional fee to visit the butterflies; it is included in general admission. PLEASE NOTE: the Atrium often hosts school field trips in April and May between the hours of 10 a.m. and noon. If possible, please plan your trip accordingly.
Please note: strollers are not permitted inside the Atrium.
Is Hershey Gardens open in inclement weather?
In the event of severe, inclement weather, guests may be asked to exit the Gardens and seek shelter in their cars or move into the Conservatory. Guests will be re-admitted once the storm has passed.
Is Hershey Gardens wheelchair accessible? Are wheelchairs available?
Hershey Gardens is wheelchair and electric mobility scooter accessible. To avoid steep terrain, please follow the suggested route on the map guide. Hershey Gardens has a limited number of manual wheelchairs available on a first-come, first-served basis. Wheelchairs may not be reserved in advance.
Do you allow service animals?
Service animals are permitted in all public areas of the gardens. Service animals are trained to perform specific tasks for an individual with a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act. Comfort animals, therapy animals, companion animals, or emotional support animals are not service animals, as defined by the ADA, and are not allowed. The ADA guidelines regarding service animals can be accessed here.
Does Hershey Gardens offer resources for guests with Autism?
Yes. Please click here for a social story about visiting Hershey Gardens. Also, please click here for a visual schedule. Also, sensory backpacks are available on a first-come, first-served basis. They include: social story, headphones, magnifying glass, binoculars, sunglasses, fidget toy, finger puppet (to keep) and soft toy (to keep).
Can I fly a drove over the Gardens?
Hershey Gardens strictly prohibits the operation of or use of any unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), commonly known as “Drones,” on, from, or above our property without specific written permission. This includes all UAVs regardless of size, weight, or purpose.
To apply for a drone permit, please click the following link to submit a drone use request: LINK.
Complete Page 1 and upload the requested documents:
FAA Remote Pilot’s License and UAS Registration card
Please specify the exact property location and flight times.
Click “Next” on Page 2, Click “Submit” on Page 3.
Once submitted and reviewed, you will be sent a Location Release Agreement for signature. This document must be signed and returned with a Certificate of Insurance (COI). Important notes for the COI:
Insurance shall include, but is not limited to: (i) Commercial General Liability Insurance for limits of not less than Three Million Dollars combined single limit for each single occurrence and Five Million Dollars aggregate and (ii) Statutory Workers’ Compensation and Employer’s Liability Insurance in an amount not less than One Million Dollars. The Certificate of Insurance shall name “Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company and The M.S. Hershey Foundation” as an additional insured.
The certificate holder shall be listed as Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company, 27 West Chocolate Avenue, Hershey, PA 17033.
Once all paperwork is received and approved, you will be emailed an HE&R Drone Use Permit.
Is parking available at Hershey Gardens?
Hershey Gardens provides free onsite parking.
May I pick flowers in the Gardens? Climb the trees?
For your safety and to preserve the beauty of the Gardens, disturbing, cutting, carving, chopping, picking, removing or eating parts of any plant, shrub or tree is strictly prohibited. In addition, Hershey Gardens is home to birds, rabbits, squirrels, and other wildlife. Disturbing any wildlife, nests or eggs is strictly prohibited. Some wildlife, such as hummingbirds, are protected by law.
We kindly ask that you do NOT climb the trees, for your safety and the preservation of the tree.
Are pets permitted in the Gardens?
With the exception of service dogs, animals are prohibited inside the Gardens.
Can I bring food into the Gardens?
Picnic tables are available outside the Gardens (see map here), which guests may use prior to entering the Gardens. Food is prohibited inside the Gardens.
Can I smoke inside the Gardens?
Smoking (including cigars and e-cigarettes/vaping) is strictly prohibited anywhere on Hershey Gardens property, including the parking lot.
Can kids wear roller blades/heelys? Can they bring a sports ball or toys to play with?
Roller blades, heelys and skateboards are prohibited inside the Gardens. Sports equipment and toys, including balls and frisbees, and toys, including remote control vehicles and drones, should be left in the car during your visit.
What items are restricted at Hershey Gardens?
Weapons of any kind are prohibited. Weapons are considered to be any item that could endanger public safety. Some examples include: firearms, knives and mace. Hershey Gardens reserves the right to refuse the entry of any item that could be considered a weapon.
Can I bring balloons into Hershey Gardens?
No, balloons are not permitted inside the Gardens.
Are shirts and shoes required?
For your safety, shoes and a shirt are required during your entire visit, both indoors and out.
I am a professional photographer and would like to take photos in the Gardens. Am I allowed to take photos?
Please see our photography policy here.
I am an artist. Am I allowed to paint in the Gardens?
• Monopod/tripod/easel use by artists is permitted outside in the Gardens any time with the exception of specially ticketed events, and at the discretion of the Manager on Duty. They are not permitted in the Butterfly Atrium at any time.
• Portable seats are permitted.
• Painting or drawing sessions must not interfere with the enjoyment of other guests or special events.
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