Hershey's Chocolate World Las Vegas

The basics

Hershey's Chocolate World is inside a hotel on the Las Vegas Strip—you can easily visit during a shopping outing if you're staying anywhere in central Vegas. That said, you should prepare for more than a simple chocolate shop. Inside, it's two floors of interactive displays, where you can explore exhibits dedicated to American candy brands, shops for themed merchandise, and whip up custom chocolate bars. Entry is free, though some activities, like bar customization, may have additional fees.

Things to know before you go

• Hershey’s Chocolate World is ideal for families with kids, or travelers looking to shop for casual gifts.

• It’s free to enter the store, and most activities can be enjoyed on a walk-in basis.

• The shop has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and elevator.

• The choco-environment is kept cool, so step in for a break from the desert heat.

How to get there

Hershey’s Chocolate World is inside the New York-New York Hotel and Casino on S. Las Vegas Boulevard (the Las Vegas Strip). You can walk there from the Las Vegas Monorail at the MGM Grand Station; taxis, rideshare services, and public buses that run along the Strip are also options.

When to get there

Is there a bad time to shop for chocolate? The shop is typically open daily, though with hours that can vary slightly depending on the season. Generally, you'll find lighter crowds in the mornings and on weekdays. The shop stays open late into the evening, making it a nice destination after a busy day of sightseeing.

Customizing a Hershey’s chocolate bar

At Hershey’s Chocolate World, you can create customized chocolate bars—kids will get a kick out of putting on chocolate factory clothing, choosing the right ingredients, and watching it come to life from flowing chocolate to solid candy bars. They also get to design the chocolate bar wrapper, usually with a personalized photo.