Philadelphia / Hershey Park

Son Tours offers customizable educational trips to Philadelphia, highlighting its significance in historical events and popular culture.

Educational Tours of Philadelphia and Hershey Park

Our Philadelphia-Hershey educational tours offer a unique, dual-purpose experience – a combination of meaningful, historical sites throughout the birthplace of freedom coupled with a fun-filled visit to a nearby theme park that’s brimming with its own “sweet” history. These tours start in Philadelphia, where students visit a variety of significant locales before taking a short bus trip to “Chocolate Town, USA”, where Hershey Park opened in 1906. Here, tour groups learn about the history of this American company while also participating in a number of fun-filled activities.

Why Choose Son Tours for Your Philadelphia / Hershey Park Student Trip?

Our certified tour operators and guides will join your students for a range of activities during a sightseeing tour of Philadelphia and Hershey Park. They will stay at top-notch accommodations, guided by an experienced Son Tours representative. We handle all the planning, reservations, security, and billing, so you don’t have to worry about a thing. Son Tours is a comprehensive student travel company.

Tour Highlights

Liberty Bell - Educational Trips of Philadelphia and Hershey Park
  • This state house bell called people like Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, John Hancock, Samuel Adams, and others to what is now known as Independence Hall to discuss politics and lawmaking.

Independence Hall - Educational Trips of Philadelphia and Hershey Park
  • The place where our founding fathers first set the Declaration of Independence on parchment.

Betsy Ross House - Educational Trips of Philadelphia and Hershey Park
  • Tour this legendary woman’s home to see where the first American flag was sewn and learn more about her life.

Franklin Institute - Educational Trips of Philadelphia and Hershey Park
  • Make science fun with the plethora of exhibits at this museum.

Zooamerica - Educational Trips of Philadelphia and Hershey Park
  • Visit the North American Wildlife Park to see animals like mountain lions, black bears, bald eagles, and more.

Hersheypark - Educational Trips of Philadelphia and Hershey Park
  • Find thrills at the main theme park, which has more than 65 rides, including 12 exciting roller coasters.

Hershey's Chocolate World - Educational Trips of Philadelphia and Hershey Park
  • Take an immersive tour to learn the art of chocolate making and tasting—students can even create their own candy bar.

The Boardwalk at Herseypark - Educational Trips of Philadelphia and Hershey Park
  • Dive into this water world adventure, which features towering waterslides, a peaceful tidal pool, and an adrenaline-pumping Wave Rider.

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