Hershey Gardens

🌸 Step Into Spring: A Small‑Group Escape to Hershey Gardens

Looking for a refreshing spring getaway that blends beauty, relaxation, and a touch of Hershey charm? Join Carlisle Barracks Leisure Travel Services (LTS) for a peaceful, inspiring day trip to Hershey Gardens and Downtown Hershey. With only a limited number of seats available, this is your chance to experience one of Pennsylvania’s most breathtaking botanical destinations—without the hassle of driving or planning.

Reserve your seat before they’re gone and treat yourself to a day surrounded by blooms, butterflies, and sweet small‑town charm.

🌿 Explore 23 Acres of Botanical Beauty

What began with Milton Hershey’s simple wish to “create a nice garden of roses” has blossomed into 23 acres of themed gardens, immersive experiences, and unforgettable views. Hershey Gardens offers something magical in every season.

Trip Highlights

• Historic Hershey Rose Garden – 3,000 roses in 115 varieties, the heart of the Gardens since 1937
• Seasonal Display Garden – bursts of color from spring bulbs to fall chrysanthemums
• Butterfly Atrium – walk among hundreds of tropical butterflies from around the world
• Japanese Garden – tranquil ponds, rare trees, and peaceful pathways
• Children’s Garden – 32 whimsical themed areas, revitalized in 2023
• Senses Garden – a hands‑on experience of scent, texture, sound, and color
• Arboretum & Oak Grove – shady paths, towering trees, and quiet places to rest

From vibrant spring blooms to serene garden nooks, every corner invites you to slow down and enjoy the moment.

🦋 Don’t Miss the Butterfly Atrium

One of only 25 indoor tropical butterfly atriums in the country, this year‑round attraction surrounds you with:

• Hundreds of butterflies from South America, Africa, and Asia
• Lush tropical plants and a soothing water feature
• Up‑close encounters with rare species

Note: Strollers are not permitted inside the Atrium.

🍫 Explore Downtown Hershey

After the gardens, enjoy free time in Downtown Hershey, where you can:

• Shop local boutiques
• Enjoy lunch at your choice of restaurants
• Stroll through the sweetest town in America

It’s the perfect way to round out your day—relaxed, flexible, and full of Hershey charm.

📅 Trip Details

• Date: Tuesday, 14 April 2026
• Time: 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM
• Cost: $38/person | $37/seniors (62+) | $34/child (3-12)
• Reserve by: 1 April
• Minimum: 8 passengers

🚌 Itinerary:

9 a.m. - Depart Outdoor Recreation parking lot

10 a.m. - Arrive Hershey Gardens On Your Own: Touring

12:45 p.m. - Depart Downtown Hershey

12:50-2:15 p.m. - Downtown Hershey On Your Own: Lunch and Exploring

2:15 p.m. - Return to van for pick up

2:30 p.m. - Depart for home

3:30 p.m. - Return Outdoor Recreation parking lot

Includes: Roundtrip Transportation, Hershey Gardens admission

Not Included: driver tip, meals, and souvenirs