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Ethel M Chocolates Factory & Cactus Garden (couple trip)

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How Couple-Friendly is Ethel M Chocolates Factory & Cactus Garden?

79%Couple-Friendly
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What makes it 79% Couple-Friendly: Couples can stroll the garden, enjoy seasonal light displays and book a wine-and-chocolate pairing for a date vibe; limited onsite dining and brief tour cap the romantic time.

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Reviews4.6/ 5
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Positives:

  • Complimentary samples: Each guest receives free chocolate samples during the self-guided tour
  • Free entry: Both the factory viewing area and cactus garden have no admission fee
  • Off-Strip location: Less crowded than the Strip and offers free on-site parking

Challenges:

  • Limited seating: Garden benches fill quickly on weekends—go early or late
  • Booking required: Tasting sessions fill up fast and require advance reservation
  • Seasonal fees: Holiday light displays request a $3 donation per person
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What is Ethel M Chocolates Factory & Cactus Garden?

  • A chocolate factory and retail shop that crafts Ethel M’s signature chocolate bars, truffles, caramels and gourmet gift assortments
  • A three-acre botanical cactus garden showcasing over 300 species of cacti and desert succulents in a paved, landscaped setting
  • A production facility with visible chocolate-making processes that integrates manufacturing operations and retail under one roof

What is so special about Ethel M Chocolates Factory & Cactus Garden for couple trip?

  1. Watch artisans craft chocolate in an open-air factory
  2. Sample fresh chocolates and gourmet hot cocoa
  3. Stroll a paved garden with 300+ cactus species
  4. Enjoy seasonal light displays in winter and February
  5. Book guided tastings for a curated experience

Recommended visit duration: 1-2 hours

Why 1-2 hours visit duration is ideal for couple trip: Couples can explore the factory and garden at a relaxed pace

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Couple-Friendly Activities in Ethel M Chocolates Factory & Cactus Garden

Self-guided factory tour:

Watch chocolatiers at work behind glass windows and learn the history of Ethel M

Tip: Grab your free sample when you enter and take photos of the open kitchen

Stroll the Botanical Cactus Garden:

Wander paved paths among 300+ cactus species with benches for rest

Tip: Visit at sunset for best light and fewer visitors

Chocolate & wine pairing:

Enjoy a guided tasting of four chocolates paired with wines

Tip: Book online at least one week ahead to secure your spot

Seasonal Lights of Love:

See heart-shaped lights strung through the garden each February

Tip: Arrive after dusk and bring a light jacket for cooler evenings

Gourmet hot chocolate:

Sip seasonal hot chocolate or frozen cocoa in the courtyard

Tip: Order two different flavors to share

How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Ethel M Chocolates Factory & Cactus Garden

  1. Explore garden first: Walk the cactus paths before sampling to keep appetite for chocolate
  2. Timing your visit: Arrive before 11 AM or after 4 PM to avoid peak crowd times
  3. Reserve tastings ahead: Book chocolate or wine pairings online to guarantee availability
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Reviews of Ethel M Chocolates Factory & Cactus Garden

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ismail arslangiray

ismail arslangiray

Dec 2025

It is a nice facility. It is clean and very courteous staff. Now let’s talk about prices. Airports and Rodeo drive are much cheaper and reasonable compare to this place. They need to adjust the prices to make it more affordable for the visitors. Looks like corporate greet is in the play. This place is owned by Mars Company and they can do a much better job to be a reasonable place to visit and mak...

Cindy Pealstrom

Cindy Pealstrom

Dec 2025

We had no idea Ethel M Chocolates existed until we went to the cactus garden for an Adventure Lab! Imagine our surprise when we arrived! The factory is a small window based self guided tour with a dipping station, hot chocolate bar and of course chocolate shopping! We also discovered a chocolate tasting complete with wine pairings and a history lesson! As if it couldn't get any better, the cactus ...

Drew Wang

Drew Wang

Nov 2025

Large chocolate store with a factory and processing assembly area all visible!! We were offer to taste the dark chocolate 🍫 and it was really tasty just not too sweat. There is even a large cactus 🌵 garden outside with nightlights.

Annaliese

Annaliese

Nov 2025

I’ve gone here several times over the past few years and it’s always delicious. The chocolate itself is very rich and creamy. I don’t come besides special occasions since it is a little pricey but they do give nice military discounts. There are great choices for milk and dark chocolate lovers. They have good filled alcohol containing ones as well. When you enter they do give you a milk or dark ch...

Sherese Long

Sherese Long

Oct 2025

We were visiting Vegas on a family vacation and we enjoyed our day at the Ethel M Chocolate Factory. Our greeter Mr. George at the front was spectacular his smile was so infectious and he gave us the story about the factory. Areli, in the shop, was able to convince my sister to try dark chocolate and it was amazing. Their chocolates were soooo good and had decent pricing. She was so sweet and plea...

When is the best time to visit Ethel M Chocolates Factory & Cactus Garden (Las Vegas, United States)?

Early Nov–early Jan features holiday lights by donation. February brings free Lights of Love heart displays.

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Typical Budget for a Couple (2 Adults)

ItemCost (Approx.)
Self-guided factory tour (2 adults)USD 0
Chocolate & wine pairing (2 × $35)USD 70
Gourmet hot chocolate (2 × $6)USD 12
Total EstimatedUSD 82

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 Ethel M Chocolates Factory & Cactus Garden

Address: 2 Cactus Garden Dr, Henderson, NV 89014, USA

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About Ethel M Chocolates Factory & Cactus Garden

Opening Hours

Monday:9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday:9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday:9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday:9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday:9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday:9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday:9:00 AM – 10:00 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

+1 702-435-2608

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