Visit The Chocolate Factory
Chocolate Factory Visits
Discover the magic of an Irish artisan chocolate factory with a visit to Wilde Irish Chocolates, nestled on the shores of Lough Derg in Co. Clare. Our working chocolate factory welcomes visitors of all ages to go behind the scenes and enjoy the sights, sounds, and irresistible aromas of real chocolate making.
Chocolate Factory is Open to The Public
We welcome chocolate lovers of all ages to visit and see behind the scenes and experience the smells and the sounds of a real working chocolate factory. Entrance is free and visitors can have a look at what is going on the day. And because we’re not a staged or scripted tour, every visit reflects what’s genuinely happening in the factory on that day and as a real, working chocolate factory, our daily activities vary—some days we’re in full production making chocolate bars or truffles, or running our Build Your Own Chocolate Bar experiences where we show visitors how we make chocolate bars. Other times, we’re doing essential behind-the-scenes work like packing chocolates, cleaning or maintaining food safety records, which may not be as visually exciting but are just as vital to running a chocolate factory.
Book An Experience
Build Your Own Chocolate Bar – A Hands-On Chocolate Experience
For a more immersive visit, book our popular Build Your Own Chocolate Bar experience. Perfect for all ages, this hands-on activity where we demonstrate how we temper and mould chocolate bars. Then it’s your turn to create and customise your very own “Wilde” chocolate bar to take home. Available Monday to Saturday from 11.00am to 3.30pm, year-round. Book online to secure your place. Duration: 30 minutes (includes approx. 15 mins waiting time)
Exclusive Ultimate Chocolate Factory Visit
For an unforgettable insider treat, join our Exclusive Ultimate Chocolate Factory Visit. Held at 10.00am on selected Saturdays, this limited-availability experience takes you right into our production area. You’ll work with our chocolate-making equipment, create two bespoke chocolate bars, enjoy plenty of tastings, and learn the essentials of artisan chocolate production. To complete the experience, you can also choose a rich hot chocolate from our dedicated Hot Chocolate Café on site. Duration: 60 minutes.
Group Chocolate Factory Visit & Tasting Experience
For groups of 12 or more, our Factory Visit & Taste Experience offers the perfect way to discover Wilde Irish Chocolates together. You’ll explore our open-plan production area and learn about the fascinating journey of how chocolate is made, from bean to bar. Alongside insights into our traditional methods, you’ll take part in a guided Chocolate Tasting Panel, sampling and comparing different chocolates currently in production. Duration:40 minutes. By arrangement only
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Wilde Irish Chocolates -A Family-Friendly Experience in Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands
Experience Pricing
You can find all of the available dates and times of our experiences when you click the BOOK NOW button below. If you would like to book larger groups or ask about any of our booking options please get in touch with us now .
See below the pricing for our main experiences
- Build Your Own Chocolate Bar: €11.00
- Ultimate Chocolate Factory Visit:€35.00
- Group Chocolate Factory Visit & Taste: €16.00
- Large Groups (12+ people): Book Direct By Phone or Email
