This trip is designed for members and their guests as fun respite from (should we say it?) railroad stuff!

Advance reservation is required. Maximum 13 participants.

There is no PRRT&HS fee for this tour, but you must pay for your own admission fees and purchases during the trip.

• We’ll depart from the hotel lobby together in a large passenger van at 8:15 a.m.
• The day begins with a stop at the Hershey Story Museum where you learn about Milton Hershey, his life and how he became a chocolatier.
• The day continues with an “at your own pace” stroll down Chocolate Avenue exploring the many quaint shops. (It ain’t just chocolate)
• Lunch time already? Lunch will be at the Rotunda Brew Pub.
• After lunch we will be visiting the Hidden Still Spirits Distillery featuring Bourbon, Vodka and Gin. (Mmm fun).
• We round out our trip with a stop at Hershey Gardens and Butterfly Atrium.
• We return to our hotel at 4:30-5-00 p.m.

Your PRRT&HS Annual Meeting badge is required during the trip.

Costs are on your own

Hershey Story Museum: admission is $16.50 (adults) or $15.50 (seniors) with an additional charge for tasting

Hershey Gardens: admission is $16.50 (adults) or $15.50 (seniors)

Hershey Story Museum/Hershey Gardens Combo Pass: $28.00 (adults) or $27.00 (seniors)

Discover the sweet history of Milton S. Hershey at The Hershey Story Museum

There’s a lot of history to unwrap about the man behind the chocolate. Follow the story of Milton S. Hershey from his humble beginnings and big dreams to his monumental success as an entrepreneur and philanthropist at The Hershey Story, Museum on Chocolate Avenue. The museum includes some of Hershey’s belongings, interactive exhibits, still-working factory equipment, and historical footage to share Hershey’s inspiring story. Become a chocolatier yourself in the Chocolate Lab or sample warm drinking chocolates from around the world.

Sample craft beer and upscale casual bites at Rotunda Brew Pub

Rotunda Brew Pub is a welcome addition to Chocolate Avenue, featuring Rotunda Brewing Company pints, seasonal craft cocktails, and varied menu from pub pretzels to entrees. Their draft beer selection includes something for every palate, be it sours, stouts, IPAs, or barleywine.

Sip craft spirits at Hidden Still 

Hidden Still Spirits Distillery & Restaurant is one of the most recent renovation and revitalization success stories in Hershey. Hidden Still made extensive updates to the old Hershey Recycling facility so that guests could enjoy the food and craft spirits menu in a beautiful, open-concept restaurant and bar space. Proudly distilling a line of David E. Bourbon, Hidden Stills is committed to grain-to-glass excellence.