The Chocolate Garden of Ireland

Handmade chocolates, artisan ice cream, chocolate-making workshops, café and an on-site playground.

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Where
Rath, R93 PY82, Carlow (Both indoors and out)Directions

Plan your visit

Weather · Fri, 16 Oct

Sunny

2–12°C · 0.1 mm daytime rain

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Family practicalities

Suits all agesTime: 1-2 hoursIndoors and out
  • Pram-friendly (likely)
  • Baby changing (likely)
  • Step-free access (likely)
  • Café on site
  • Toilets (likely)

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What to expect

The Chocolate Garden of Ireland is a family run business located in a picturesque area on the Carlow Wicklow border. It is a chocolate lovers paradise or for those with a very sweet tooth. Handmade chocolates and artisan ice cream are all made on site and can be enjoyed in the Chocolate Garden of Ireland café and the Chocolate Garden of Ireland ice cream parlour.

Immerse yourself in a captivating chocolate mould making workshop. Indulge your passion for chocolate with an introduction to professional chocolate making. Choose from a range of delicious chocolate making experiences, ideally must be booked in advance, but some experiences are available on a walk in basis. There are delicious and entertaining demonstrations, tastings and hands on chocolate making. All the chocolate at the Chocolate Garden of Ireland is gluten free.

Browse a vast selection of award winning chocolates and ice cream, all handcrafted to perfection. Treat yourself to mouth watering baked treats or chocolate fondue, with a freshly brewed cup of coffee, tea or a Chocolate Garden of Ireland hot chocolate. There is a also a playground, and both indoor and outdoor covered seating areas where the whole family can enjoy views of the surrounding Wicklow countryside.

Experience the ultimate blend of indulgence, taste and relaxation at The Chocolate Garden of Ireland.

More information

Time to allow
1-2 hours
Listed by
Fáilte Ireland Attractions

Categories

  • Activity
  • Food and Drink
  • Experience
  • Restaurant
  • Learning
  • Shopping
  • Shopping Centres and Department Store
  • Artisan
  • Cafe
  • Food Shops

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