The guided experience takes place entirely indoors, with samples included; children under six cannot join. 4.97 from 4,875 reviews at €33 per person for 1h 30m.
In our comparison: #1 of 21 in Food Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
One price for every traveller: €33 per adult.
Children from €22 (ages 6 to 15). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 4,855 of 4,875
Star breakdown of all 4,875 ratings
Reviewers praise the chocolate making, varied tastings and engaging teaching; isolated practical issues reveal no recurring drawback
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (12 August 2026 to 2 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.
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Discover the journey from chocolate tree to chocolate bar at The Chocolatarium in Edinburgh’s historic old town. - make your own chocolate bar to take home - learn all about the chocolate-making process and its history - taste chocolates from our selection of over 30 wonderful chocolates from Scotland and around the world.
A chocolate experience to remember!
Fully indoors and perfect come rain or sunshine!
See and touch the fruit of the chocolate tree, and learn all about how the beans are transformed into delicious chocolate.
Have fun making your own Scottish-themed chocolate to take home! You can even make a chocolate Greyfriars Bobby (the famous Edinburgh dog), a chocolate Nessie or a chocolate Edinburgh Castle!
Next, come to the tasting room with a wide selection of chocolates from both Scottish and international chocolate makers. There are over 30 varieties to choose from including Haggis chocolate, raspberry chocolate, chilli chocolate, whisky chocolate and many, many more.
Finally, wrap your delicious chocolates to take home to enjoy or give as a gift.
Chocolate samples are provided throughout the tour. Vegan or milk-free options are available.
Enjoyed equally by couples, families, friends and solo visitors.
(Note: Children under 6 are not permitted)
The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #1 of 21 | €33 | 1h 30m | 4.97 (4875) | shared |
| Edinburgh Gin The Classic Tour & tasting | €33 | 1h 5m | 4.97 (503) | private |
| Distill a bottle of Gin on mini copper stills | €107 | 3h | 5.0 (189) | shared |
| Edinburgh: Gin Distillery tasting & tour at South Loch Gin | €30 | 1h 30m | 4.97 (320) | shared |
Ranked #1 of 21 in Food Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €18 to €400, median €64; typical length 2h. 3 of 21 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 21 Food Tours