Voted #1 Best Food Experience in the UK by TripAdvisor in 2025!
With knowledgeable and friendly Guides and delicious chocolate, the original ‘Tour of Chocolate’ is one of Edinburgh’s most popular visitor experiences and winner of 5 TripAdvisor Best of the Best Awards. For both adults and children and enjoyed by Edinburgh locals and visitors alike.
The Tour of Chocolate
The original 90-minute, fully-guided Tour of Chocolate
- Create your very own dream chocolate bar to take away.
- Discover the magic of where chocolate comes from.
- See and smell how chocolate is made.
- Choose from over 40 flavours in the Tasting Room.
90 minutes
Adults £28 | Children (aged 6 – 15) £18.50
Children under 6 years are not permitted.
What to Expect
The Cacao Jungle
See and touch the fruit of the chocolate tree, and learn all about cacao farmers and how they grow this fruit with its precious beans inside.
Taste smooth and creamy warm chocolate and discover the fascinating history of cacao, that the Aztecs named the food of the gods!
The Chocolate Factory Kitchen
Experience how chocolate is magically transformed from little almond-shaped beans to the smooth and silky treat we all love.
Discover the difference between dark, milk and white chocolate with some quirky machines to show you how it is all done!
Make your own chocolate bar!
Have fun making your own chocolate bar to take away. You can even choose a bar with a Scottish twist and make a chocolate Greyfriar’s Bobby, a chocolate Nessie or a chocolate Edinburgh Castle!
Get creative as you create your own unique flavour combination with over 20 delicious ingredients to choose from.
Tasting Session
Come to the Tasting Room with our wonderful selection of chocolates from both Scottish and international chocolate makers.
There are over 40 varieties to choose from including dark, milk & white, haggis chocolate, Japanese chocolate, chilli, whisky, salted caramel and many, many more.
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Visitor Information
Minimum Age is 6
See the FAQ page for more details about babes-in-arms and why the minimum age is six.
Opening Times
Tours run from 09:30 - 20:30 in high season and holiday periods and 10:30 - 17:30/18:30 at other times.
Check the calendar for availability.
The shop is open daily 10am - 5pm.
Food Allergies and Dietary Requirements
Your Guide will ask about any dietary requirements on arrival but for more details for those who follow vegan, vegetarian and halal diets or for those with allergies or intolerence to dairy, gluten, soya, nuts and peanuts, please click here.
Accessibility
Please check out Accessibility page for more information.
Directions & Parking
The Chocolatarium, 3-5 Cranston Street, Edinburgh, EH8 8BE, just off the Royal Mile. Precise What3Words location.
Google Map Link | Parking Information
Walk-in Bookings & Waiting list
We strongly advise booking in advance. If we are fully booked for all the times you are able to visit, you can join the waiting list here.
More Experiences at The Chocolatarium
Truffle-Making Experience
Discover truffle-making techniques, create your own to take home, and taste hand-made truffles made here at The Chocolatarium.
Tickets £38
Chocolate & Cocktails
Great cocktails and great chocolate have more in common than you’d think. Experience how chocolate can transform a classic cocktail.
Tickets £44
Chocolate & Wine
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Chocolate & Whisky
Experience the flavours of Scotland, enjoy single malts paired with artisan chocolates and create whisky truffles to take home.
Tickets £44
About our Team
Locally owned and proudly independent, we’re a joyful team of flavour fanatics, chocolatiers and cacao connoisseurs from all walks of life. Our team is built of storytellers, scholarly minds and creative makers, all united by a love of chocolate.
At our micro-factory just off Edinburgh’s Royal Mile, we share stories, insights, and sweet creations every day – inviting you to take a journey through the curious and wonderful world of chocolate.
Groups & Private Events
Book a private chocolate experience in Edinburgh tailored for groups and special occasions, with exclusive tastings and hands-on chocolate making.
Gift Vouchers
More than just another box of chocolates, but a whole world of chocolate. Treat someone to an unforgettable visit to The Chocolatarium.
Online Shop
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