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The Chocolatarium (with kids)

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How Kids-Friendly is The Chocolatarium?

66%Kids-Friendly
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What makes it 66% Kids-Friendly: Aged 6–12 can join, pay less and make chocolate bars, but under-6s cannot enter, tours run 90 min with hot equipment and no play area, so families must judge attention span.

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Worth £20?: Edinburgh's Chocolatarium Tour
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Positives:

  • Interactive learning: The guided tour blends history and science with tasting for an engaging family experience.
  • Indoor venue: Fully indoors, ideal for rainy Edinburgh days.

Challenges:

  • Minimum age limit: Children under 6 cannot join the main tour; plan for your 3-year-old in the waiting area.
  • Limited baby facilities: No nursing rooms or high chairs; bring a portable changing mat or use nearby cafés.
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What is The Chocolatarium?

  • A purpose-built centre in Edinburgh’s Old Town dedicated to the craft, history and science of chocolate
  • A facility combining open-plan demonstration kitchens, interactive exhibition galleries and a specialty chocolate boutique
  • A modern conversion of historic premises showcasing glass-fronted production areas alongside curated artisanal displays

What is so special about The Chocolatarium for with kids?

  1. Interactive 90-minute chocolate-making tour with guided tastings.
  2. Truffle-making workshop for kids aged 10 and up.
  3. Free gift shop with exclusive chocolates and stroller parking.
  4. Indoor setting perfect for rainy days.
  5. Requires booking ahead, especially during school holidays.
  6. Children under 6 cannot join the main tour; plan accordingly.

Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours

Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with kids: A 90-minute tour plus time for workshops and shopping fits a relaxed family visit without rushing.

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Kids-Friendly Activities in The Chocolatarium

Tour of Chocolate:

Join a 90-minute guided tour to make your own chocolate bar and sample over 40 varieties.

Tip: Book a morning slot to secure spots for your 12-year-old and use the waiting area for your 3-year-old.

Truffle-Making Masterclass:

Hands-on session for ages 10+ where kids learn truffle techniques and take treats home.

Tip: Reserve a spot early; the 12-year-old will enjoy crafting and tasting unique truffles.

Gift Shop Browsing:

Explore exclusive chocolate bars, truffles, and souvenirs in the on-site shop.

Tip: Visit the shop while your toddler rests in the waiting area; use free Wi-Fi to check deals.

How to Make the Most of Your Visit to The Chocolatarium

  1. Stroller parking: Leave pushchairs in the waiting area before the tour and retrieve them after.
  2. Combine activities: Schedule the tour first, then shop or join a masterclass to use time efficiently.
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Reviews of The Chocolatarium

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MARIA HUSSAINI

MARIA HUSSAINI

Oct 2025

What a great experience.we enjoyed learning about the cocoa and making our own chocolate bar with plenty to add. Was interesting to taste cold chocolate prepared old fashion way and also taste dark, milk and white chocolate with diferent flavour. Our favourite was the dark with scotch pine and Cadbury chocolate.

Nefeli Vroulli

Nefeli Vroulli

Oct 2025

Delightful, mouthwatering experience 🤩 The fragrance of chocolate when entering the shop says it all, and the quality chocolates we got to try along with the excellent service will definitely keep us coming. Our tour guide, Bogi, was very friendly and witty, and kept your interest throughout the tour, keeping it interactive and fun. We did the wine & chocolate tour, that had a nice selection of w...

Stephen Dattoli

Stephen Dattoli

Oct 2025

My wife and I visited The Chocolatarium during our anniversary (first) trip to the UK back in 2024. Sorry I'm a procrastinator 🙃, but it's a testament to how great the experience was that I'm still thinking about it 18 months later 😁). We did a lot of cool stuff while we were there. But, I love chocolate, so this was probably in my top 5. Our guide was awesome (Annabeth? it's been so long my mem...

Gary Johnston

Gary Johnston

Oct 2025

A really worthwhile and interesting experience. Kelly was brilliant with our tour, trying the different chocolates with the guided tasting session was the highlight, but we also learnt alot about its origins and varieties from different countries. Was also fun making your own chocolate to take home. Definitely recommend booking a tour if you have a spare couple of hours on a rainy day.

Boyet Valeriano

Boyet Valeriano

Sep 2025

Great experience. The guide for the tour, Emma, was very knowledgeable and entertaining as well. The chocolate making and tasting parts of the tour were fantastic. And the choices in the chocolate shop were unbelievably varied. Highly recommended.

When is the best time to visit The Chocolatarium (Edinburgh, United Kingdom)?

School holiday periods (summer, October, Christmas) fill quickly; book tours and classes at least two weeks in advance.

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Typical Budget for a Family of 4 (2 Adults + 2 Kids)

ItemCost (Approx.)
Tour of Chocolate – adultGBP 28
Tour of Chocolate – child (6–15)GBP 18.5
Truffle-Making Masterclass – childGBP 38
Gift Shop souvenirsGBP 20
Total EstimatedGBP 132.5

Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

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Map of The Chocolatarium

Address: 3-5 Cranston St, Edinburgh EH8 8BE, UK

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About The Chocolatarium

Opening Hours

Monday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday:10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Hours may vary during holidays, special events, and peak seasons. Please check the official website for the most up-to-date information.

Website

Official Website

Phone Number

+44 117 205 1079

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