Discover the art of chocolate making with The Chocolatarium's hands-on truffle experience—sweet, educational, and perfect for all ages. Dive into a world of flavor and craft your own treats in this fun city activity.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness level required, just bring enthusiasm.
Wildlife
History
The Chocolatarium has been a staple city attraction since 2010, blending culinary education with local flavor,
Conservation
The venue emphasizes sustainable sourcing of cacao and eco-friendly packaging to reduce environmental impact.
The Chocolatarium
Discover the art of chocolate making with The Chocolatarium's hands-on truffle experience—sweet, educational, and perfect for all ages. Dive into a world of flavor and craft your own treats in this fun city activity.
The Chocolatarium in Edinburgh, Scotland, is a specialist chocolate atelier offering interactive workshops, tastings and private events.
Located in the heart of the city, the venue delivers hands-on chocolate-making sessions, guided tastings and themed experiences for adults, children and groups. Signature activities include truffle-making workshops, chocolate and whisky pairings, chocolate and wine pairings, tree-to-bar tours and tailored private events for celebrations or corporate groups. Sessions range from 90 minutes to two hours, combining practical chocolate craft with expert-led tasting notes. The Chocolatarium uses artisan chocolate and structured tasting formats to teach origins, flavour profiles and pairing techniques without technical jargon, making the sessions accessible to beginners and enthusiasts alike. Group offerings include large-group options and private events designed for team-building, birthdays and special occasions; children’s birthday parties focus on age-appropriate hands-on activities and tastings.
Facilitators guide participants through creating take-home bars, truffles and whisky-infused chocolate treats, while showcasing over thirty different tasting samples across select experiences. As a dedicated chocolate experience provider in Edinburgh, The Chocolatarium emphasises clear session descriptions, scheduled durations and group capacity options to help planners choose the right activity. Booking information, age recommendations and private-event arrangements are provided at the time of reservation. The Chocolatarium’s consistent focus on educational tasting, practical chocolate craft and group-friendly formats has made it a recognisable name for chocolate workshops and tastings in Edinburgh and the surrounding area. The Chocolatarium accepts bookings for corporate team-building, stag and hen parties, school groups and bespoke private celebrations throughout the year. Flexible scheduling available.
Location
Edinburgh, Scotland
Central Edinburgh chocolate experiences
Typical Duration
90–120 mins
Most experiences last 90–120 minutes
Group Options
Private & Large Groups
Private events and corporate bookings available
Reserve a private event, truffle workshop or children's party and create lasting memories with artisan chocolate tastings and hands-on craft.
Arrive early
Getting there 15 minutes early ensures you can start on time and make the most of your experience.
Wear comfortable clothes
Chocolate making can involve some messy moments, so dress in clothes you don't mind getting a little cocoa on.
Bring a camera
Capture the fun moments, from pouring the chocolate to your finished truffles.
Book in advance
Sessions can fill quickly, so reserve your spot early to secure your preferred date and time.
Apron
Protect your clothes from chocolate splashes during the hands-on process.
Comfortable shoes
Wear for comfort during the activity and while moving around the venue.
Notebook and pen
Jot down tips or recipes for future reference.
Personal mask
Optional, for health considerations, especially in group settings.
Experiences
11 tours
Range of workshops, tastings and parties