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Ethel M Chocolates Factory & Cactus Garden (solo trip)

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

70%Solo-Friendly
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What makes it 70% Solo-Friendly: The free self-guided factory windows, sample chocolate and photo-worthy cactus garden suit a solo’s flexible schedule; short 30-60-min content and suburban location drop the appeal slightly.

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Positives:

  • Complimentary Samples: You receive a free chocolate sample when you start the tour.
  • Quiet Off-Strip Location: Less crowded than the main Las Vegas Strip, ideal for a relaxed solo visit.

Challenges:

  • Summer Heat: Limited shade in the cactus garden can make midday visits uncomfortable.
  • Limited Seating: Seating is only available in the tasting rooms; bring water for walks.
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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 solo trip?

  1. Watch artisan chocolates made behind glass for free samples.
  2. Stroll a 3-acre garden with over 300 cactus species.
  3. Join guided tastings to learn flavor notes.
  4. Buy exclusive chocolates at gift-shop prices.
  5. Enjoy seasonal light displays in winter and February.

Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours

Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for solo trip: Allows time for the factory tour, chocolate tasting, garden stroll, and shopping without rushing.

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

Self-guided factory tour:

Walk past glass windows to watch chocolates made in small batches.

Tip: Visit right at opening to see fresh batches and grab your free sample.

Botanical Cactus Garden walk:

Explore paved paths amid over 300 cactus species across 3 acres.

Tip: Bring a camera for up-close shots of flowering cacti during spring.

Chocolate-only tasting:

Join a 30–45 minute guided session sampling four artisan chocolates.

Tip: Book at least 24 hours in advance to secure your spot.

Gift shop browsing:

Browse and buy limited-edition truffles, custom gift boxes, and seasonal treats.

Tip: Compare prices here; they are often cheaper than on the Strip.

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

  1. Go Early: Arrive at opening to avoid crowds and catch the first chocolate batches.
  2. Combine Activities: Start with the factory tour, then head to tasting before strolling the garden.
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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)?

From early November to January, the garden lights up for the Holiday Cactus Garden for a $3 donation. In February, enjoy the free Lights of Love display with heart-shaped lights.

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Typical Budget for Solo Traveler (1 Adult)

ItemCost (Approx.)
Self-guided factory tourUSD 0
Chocolate-only tastingUSD 25
Hot chocolateUSD 6
Total EstimatedUSD 31

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

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Phone Number

+1 702-435-2608

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