Nestled at the edge of County Wicklow, the Chocolate Garden of Ireland is a treat for travelers of any age.
While the Chocolate Garden is a tasty stop any day, if you can plan ahead to attend one of their Chocolate Workshops, your whole day will be sweeter. The hands-on workshop includes a bit of chocolate history, quite a few tastings and then the creation of your own chocolate souvenir to take home!
Tasty chocolate bears made at the Chocolate Workshop
If you’re only stopping for a treat- or maybe for a few gifts- you’ll find a cozy cafe to enjoy a cuppa or a bit of Tipperary Original Ice Cream and a biscuit- two more items that are made, by hand, at the Chocolate Garden. A large playground sits beside the building, offering kids a place to run off some energy- and maybe a bit of sugar.
The Chocolate Garden of Ireland is open daily; Mon – Sat 10am – 5pm and Sun 1 – 5.30pm. Call for workshop schedules or book online.
- Website: ChocolateGarden.ie
- Ireland with Kids: The Chocolate Garden of Ireland: A Sweet Stop in County Wicklow
Written by Jody Halsted
Jody publishes the Ireland travel planning website, Ireland Family Vacations. Her travel philosophy is, “just because you have kids, doesn’t mean you have to stay home!” A frequent traveler to Ireland, Jody helps families plan travel budgets and itineraries that are fun for kids and adults. Jody’s Tips | Website
