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Discover the best chocolate experience in Las Vegas! Visit the Ethel M Chocolates Factory and Flagship Store in Las Vegas to experience our premium chocolate and wine tastings, our self-guided factory viewing aisle, walk our beautiful 3-acre Cactus Garden (the largest in Nevada!), shop at our gourmet Gift Shop, and delight in fresh treats from our Cactus Cafe. Ethel M Chocolates offers free experiences that are fun for the whole family! 

Nestled in the heart of Southern Nevada, just a short distance from the Las Vegas strip, the Ethel M Chocolates Factory invites guests to embark on an exciting journey through the world of premium chocolate craftsmanship.

2 Cactus Garden Dr, Henderson, NV 89014 Phone:  702-435-2608

Open Daily: 10am-6pm

Chocolate Tasting Experiences

Walk Through Our Free Self-Guided Factory Viewing Aisle

Current Factory Production Hours:  Monday through Friday, 10am to 3:30pm

Watch as our expert chocolatiers craft the Ethel M Chocolates you know and love, made in small batches without artificial preservatives at our Las Vegas chocolate factory! During the factory’s hours of operation, take our self-guided chocolate factory tour to see each piece of chocolate packed by hand with care, then head to our Gift Shop to pick up some treats to take home.

Cactus Garden Cafe

Specialty Drinks

small $3  / large $4

Fresh-Made Bites

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chocolate brownie

Handmade brownies dipped in our premium dark chocolate

chocolate cannoli

Handmade cannoli dipped in our premium dark chocolate

chocolate strawberry

Drenched and drizzled in our signature chocolate

2 for $10 / 3 for $15 / 9 for $45

chocolate bark

Choose from milk or dark chocolate sprinkled with pecan, pretzel, almond, macadamia or brittle

$8 / 3 for $20

chocolate orange

Italian orange slices dipped in our premium dark chocolate

$6 / 3 for $15

chocolate marshmallow

Fluffy marshmallows smothered and strung with premium chocolate

$4 / 3 for $10

Botanical Cactus Garden

Ethel M Chocolates' breathtaking Botanical Cactus Garden is Nevada's largest and one of the world's most prolific collections of its kind. Over 300 species of desert plants can be found on the grounds.  Especially enchanting during the holiday season, stroll through the mesmerizing oasis when the garden transforms into a magical holiday cactus garden, adorned with captivating lights and festive displays. Learn more about visiting the Cactus Garden here .

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If you’re visiting Las Vegas and happen to be a chocolate lover (honestly, who isn’t?), then you’ll want to take a trip over to the Ethel M Chocolate Factory & Botanical Cactus Garden!

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The Ethel M Chocolate Factory produces premium gourmet chocolate out of nearby Henderson, Nevada (about a 20-minute drive from the Las Vegas Strip). But alongside a tasty selection of treats to buy, Ethel M also has several attractions to get you up close and personal with their production process.

The Ethel M factory is also home to the Ethel M Botanical Cactus Gardens, which is the largest cactus garden in all of Nevada. It displays hundreds of species of cacti and succulents, more than half of which are native to the American southwest.

Best of all, the factory and its expansive botanical cactus gardens are open every day to the public, with no admission charge. So, what are you waiting for? From free self-guided tours to a premium wine and chocolate tasting experience, a trip to the Ethel M Chocolate factory will be an enjoyable time you won’t soon forget!

Keep on reading to find out everything you need to know about visiting the Ethel M Chocolate Factory & Cactus Garden.

Things to Do at Ethel M Chocolate Factory Las Vegas

If you are looking to get off the Strip for a couple of hours and see some more of Vegas, look no further than the events and attractions available for you at the Ethel M Chocolate Factory & Cactus Garden.

Offering a range of activities and attractions for all interests, budgets, and visit durations, there is an incredible amount to see and do at Ethel M!

Ethel M Self-Guided Factory Tour (Free!)

Ethel M is enthusiastic for all their visitors to get up close and personal with their team of talented chocolatiers. You’ll be welcomed with a piece of chocolate and invited to take a short, self-guided walking tour where you’ll be able to see in intimate detail how the legendary chocolate company crafts its products.

You’ll walk along the edge of the factory floor, where you’ll get to see each area of the chocolate production in action through the huge glass windows. There’s information in each production area that will tell you exactly what the chocolatiers are doing at that stage of production.

From pecan brittle to satin crèmes, you can feast your eyes on the kitchen where Ethel M produces over 60 kinds of world-famous chocolates!

All Ethel M confectionary is made on-site and produced to order in small batches. So, there may not always be a team of chocolatiers hard at work when you arrive. In this regard, it is a bit hit or miss. You may or may not catch the factory kitchen at full chocolate-making capacity, but I think you’ll still find the factory tour and information interesting and enjoyable. We did!

Ethel M Premium Chocolate & Wine Tastings

If you are not content just watching while Ethel M’s delicious treats are created, and you’d like to get some of that chocolaty goodness in your mouth, the factory also offers a selection of daily Ethel M chocolate tastings that will make your taste buds very happy!

Each official Ethel M chocolate tasting class brings you closer than ever to your favorite treats, teaching you how their chocolate is created, all the way from sourcing the ingredients to producing the product. Expert Chocolatiers will also coach you on the subtleties of chocolate tasting and flavor identification, leaving you with a deeper appreciation of your favorite confectionery.

These tasting experiences are offered daily, last about 30-45 minutes, and can even include a chocolate and wine tasting option.

The Chocolate Tastings take place at Noon, 2 PM, and 4 PM every day and can accept single visitors up to groups of 25. Sit down with a qualified Chocolatier to sample some of Ethel M’s most famous delights, including:

• Milk Chocolate Peanut Butter
• Milk Chocolate Pecan Caramel Rapture (My personal favorite!)
• Dark Chocolate Lemon Satin Crème
• White Chocolate Vanilla Truffle

Additionally, the Chocolate & Wine Tasting Experience offers all visitors over the age of 21 the chance to match Ethel M’s range of premium chocolates to a hand-picked selection of Trinchero’s finest wines.

You can book at tasting in advance on Ethel M’s website.

Ethel M Chocolate Tasting Groupon Discount

What’s better than tasting gourmet chocolate at Ethel M?…getting a discount, of course! You can sometimes find an Ethel M Chocolate Tasting Groupon . While a groupon is not always available for the Ethel M tasting experience, it’s always worth a quick look. If you find a discount for any of the chocolate tastings, grab it because it may not be there for long!

Ethel M Botanical Cactus Garden Las Vegas

When you are done touring the factory, and tasting some of Ethel M’s most popular treats, stroll outside to explore Nevada’s largest botanical cactus garden. While I don’t know how chocolate and cactus go together, the Ethel M cactus garden is a really cool bonus, and is worth the trip all by itself!

The Ethel M Botanical Cactus Garden is home to over 300 species of cacti and succulents, more than half of which are native to the American Southwest. The cactus garden is also home to a range of desert trees and shrubs from Australia and South America, chosen for their beauty and floral displays.

The drought-tolerant trees and cacti are laid out in a visually appealing way, and the paved garden pathways make walking through the gardens easy, as well as wheelchair and mobility scooter friendly.

Note : All of Ethel M’s plants are sustained and watered by what they call the “Living Machine”: an innovative and top-of-the-line water recycling system embedded on the factory grounds. The Living Machine water treatment facility takes wastewater and runs it through a simulated wetland where the aquatic plants and micro-organisms eat the waste and clean the water before being used to water the cactus and trees.

Free to visit and open all year round, a stroll through the Botanical Cactus Garden offers a perfect ending to your visit.

Ethel M Cactus Garden Christmas Festivities

If you happen to be visiting Las Vegas around Christmas time, you’re in for an even bigger treat! The Ethel M Chocolates Holiday Cactus Garden is a highlight of every Christmas season in Las Vegas and is one of the biggest annual holiday displays in town! Every evening, from early November until January, you can head to the cactus garden to experience the thousands of holiday lights. It’s absolutely magical!

The second best thing about the Christmas lights at Ethel M each year is that it only costs $1 to visit! It’s a great way to enjoy the holiday season in Las Vegas style!

You can learn more about the Christmas Lights at Ethel M and see a bunch of photos in our article here on our website.

Factory and Garden Guided Tours

If you are looking for a more substantive visit, Ethel M offers 15-minute guided tours through the cactus garden to tell you more about the garden’s history and plants.

Then your guide will take you inside for a guided walk down the factory aisle at the optimum time, making sure you don’t miss out on the action. Guided tours run every day and can accommodate up to 25 guests at a time for $20 per adult and $10 per child under 12 years.

Be sure to reserve your spot at least 48 hours in advance to avoid disappointment. You can make your reservation by calling tel: 702-435-2608

Ethel M Chocolate Gift Shop

Finally, don’t forget to visit the Ethel M Gift Shop. After seeing everything, you’ll no doubt be ready to pick up some chocolate for yourself or to take home as a gift. The gift shop contains all the chocolates and confections that Ethel M makes, and they’re all ready to take with you.

If you’re worried about buying chocolate in the desert heat, Ethel M even packs your purchase with some bags of ice so you can make it back to your hotel without a gooey mess.

If you’re still concerned about traveling with your chocolates and would like to have them shipped directly to you or a friend, you can make your chocolate purchase online here . Your purchase will be delivered packed in dry ice to ensure it arrives safely, even during the summer.

Location and Distance from the Strip

The Ethel M Chocolate Factory is located just 9 miles east of the Strip, and visitors will easily be able to make the journey by car, Uber, or cab. On average, it is a 20-minute drive from the heart of the Strip.

The factory, store, and cactus gardens are open daily from 10am until 6pm.

The Ethel M factory is located at 2 Cactus Garden Drive, Henderson, NV 89014 . Click here (google maps) for turn-by-turn directions.

Parking is no problem at Ethel M. They have a large parking lot (also free) that can accommodate oversized vehicles such as RVs, trailers, motorhomes, and buses.

Visitors can also access the Ethel M factory on the city bus line. Las Vegas and Henderson are linked by the Line 212 bus, but best check with your hotel for the most efficient way there and back.

Note : Visitors often want to know if dogs are allowed to visit the Ethel M Cactus garden. Unfortunately, dogs are not allowed in the cactus garden or anywhere on the grounds. There is a sign at the entrance to the botanical garden that makes this quite clear.

Ethel M Chocolate Factory & Cactus Garden – Final Thoughts

Whether you are a chocolate lover, a nature enthusiast, or just a tourist ready to see one of Las Vegas’s most popular attractions, you should consider a visit to the Ethel M Chocolate Factory and Cactus Garden.

Here are a few key factors to keep in mind while you plan your visit:

• The Botanical Cactus Garden and factory viewing aisle are available without charge, which makes visiting the Ethel M facility perfect for all budgets.
• The premium attractions – including the guided tour, and chocolate & wine tasting class – will cost between $10 and $30 per guest, with concession rates for students, children, and large groups.
• The Ethel M Chocolate Factory & Cactus Garden is located 9 miles east of the Strip, in Henderson. It is easily accessible via car, Uber, or public transport.

So, why not take a couple of hours out of a day during your stay in Las Vegas to visit the world-famous Ethel M Chocolate Factory and Cactus Garden? For details on arranging your visit, check out the official Ethel M site here .

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“ We came during the thanksgiving holiday & we got a chance to see the Cactus Garden with all the holiday lights. ” in 15 reviews

“ Ethel M has recently begun the chocolate tasting which you get on Group for half off. ” in 5 reviews

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Chocolate section was awesome! All these chocolates tasted so good, paired with a variety of freshly made mimosas. I would highly recommend this experience for mothers day.

9/28/2023 Last visit we didn't even know about the factory.. (the clerk at the airport location told us).. So here we went on the self guided tour.. Felt like back in the day field trip.. Staff was friendly and shared the story behind Ethel M's.. Also found out there are four shops in the airport.. Wanted to buy some items, but I knew we would be running around town.. Bought the pecan toffee ( $15 for four pieces) and I couldn't resist to the small travel bag (my second one).. Very cool they gave me an ice pack for the tote bag.. Really enjoyed the cactus garden..

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We went here in December to see the lights. We were there a couple days after Christmas, and the line probably took us about 40 minutes or so! If I could do it all over, I would have switched out with people in our group, having some people wait in line while others went to explore the store. Inside the store, they give you a free piece of chocolate and you can also look through the window at the factory, where people are working. Even in the late evening. They sell drinks like hot chocolate, and everything is overpriced of course, but very yummy. We bought two delicious and unique flavored chocolate bars ($8 each - ahh!), and also shared a hot chocolate. As for the lights in the cactus garden, it was way bigger than we expected, and therefore worth the wait. In the middle of the garden, there's actually a food truck sort of thing selling more hot chocolate and a few other items.

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We came here for a reprieve from the Vegas heat. We found this place online as a recommended Vegas activity when it's crazy hot outside. Upon entering, we were immediately greeted and offered a sample of either their milk or dark chocolate. I chose the dark (dark chocolate, always). It was a really delicious piece of chocolate; we would've brought some back as souvenirs if not for the excessive Vegas heat that would melt them instantly. We went on a Thursday afternoon but it wasn't a very exciting day at the factory. This isn't your Hershey Park Chocolate World tour in Pennsylvania, it's more of a "fish bowl" type tour where you look on through the plexiglass. They have descriptions printed on the glass to read for a self-guided tour. You start on the left against the back wall and work your way down. It took us about 5 minutes to get through the whole process. Perhaps if more activity was going on inside the factory, the enjoyment of watching what happens behind the curtain would've lasted longer. They did have a few machines going, and you could watch a station of employees putting delicate chocolates into each of their boxes, but overall, it was nothing engrossing. The self-guided tour ended with a selfie spot with a giant box of chocolates, and then you could explore their chocolate cafe/shop. They have a selection of chocolate truffles to pick from, along with a counter to order decadent chocolate milkshakes ($10), chocolate-covered marshmallows (~$4), and chocolate-covered strawberries ($6/strawberry!). Items are definitely on the pricey side, but they did offer quantity discounts. We ordered a dark chocolate-covered marshmallow (comes with three marshmallows on a stick) which was a tasty treat, though the marshmallow was a little on the chewy side. The chocolate is definitely the star, and it had fancy branding printed on the chocolate. After we finished our chocolate treat, we braved the Vegas heat to check out their cactus garden. The cactus garden was a highlight - it was neat to stroll through the garden and see the variety of cacti on display, prickly pears and all! Don't forget the sunscreen though - that Vegas sun is no joke!

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The tour of the factory was ok. Didn't seem to have any candy in the making at the time we were there. The cactus garden was very nice we thought.

This is a great spot to come out and see a really great set up of Christmas lights. The line might seem long but it moved quickly and we didn't wait more than 15 minutes. The price is $2 per person and they have several add-one. You can get some hit chocolate and other holiday goodies and there are some adult beverages options. Great spot to take kids we walked around for 40 minutes and they do have a Santa you can visit!

A really beautiful place. Amazing staff. Great chocolate. And the cactus is beautiful to see and stroll thru.

One of their beautifully packaged candy assortments!

Great tour of the chocolate factory. Reminded me of Willy Wonka. The chefs behind the windows working hard to produce delicious chocolates. The selkf guided tour was well organized and the store had everything you could imagine. Outside, there was a cactus garden second to none. Well worth the drive.

My family and I discovered this delightful gem just outside of the Strip, and we were amazed by the spacious facility. Upon entering, a friendly gentleman welcomed us with complimentary chocolate samples. Throughout our visit, our kids had the unique opportunity to learn about the chocolate-making process, from cocoa selection to the final packaging of the products. After completing the informative "tour" of the factory, we found ourselves in their store where we could purchase chocolate bars and exquisite specialty chocolate boxes. They even have a bar offering specialty drinks that perfectly complement their chocolates. As free experiences in Vegas become increasingly rare, this chocolate factory offers not only an educational insight into chocolate production but also a chance to explore their charming cactus garden at no cost. In conclusion, if you have some free time and are looking for an off-Strip adventure, why not embark on this delightful chocolate tour? It's an experience that's sure to delight the entire family!

Honestly I feel like this was worth going once. It was a let down. The tour of the chocolate factory is self guided and not as amazing as I had hoped. They have a garden outside, it was a paid entry, littered with Christmas flare. I've bought chocolate all over the world and this is as good as any, it's a little costly but the quality is excellent. I'm not saying it's over priced, far from it, it's just more of a luxury purchase than common chocolate, I don't normally drop $100 on chocolate and candy. Also, the hot cocoa is a must have in the winter visits. I'm glad to have visited, I just don't need to go back. You can purchase the chocolate around town at various locations for the same cost.

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Ethel M Chocolates

Ethel M Chocolates is a premium brand of gourmet chocolates manufactured in Henderson, Nevada .

The company was formed in 1981 when Forrest Mars Sr. set out on a mission to produce some of the region’s most decadent chocolates.

Ethel M Chocolates, Factory & Cactus Garden, Tasting & Tour, Henderson

A tour of the Ethel M Chocolates Factory is a perfect chance to explore this sweet world and learn about what goes into making chocolate. The freshly remodeled factory features a fantastic tasting room, chocolate demonstrations, as well as a self-guided tour aisle. The most exciting part of this tour has got to be that admission is free and open for the general public.

While you’re at it, why not sign up for a chocolate tasting class? Each tasting experience lasts approximately 45 minutes and includes information on how the chocolate is obtained and refined before production even begins. There is also an element of how you can identify the different chocolate flavors.

The menu used for this experience includes classics such as dark, white and milk chocolate, chocolate covered nuts, as well as liqueur-filled ones for the adventurous chocolate lover. Tastings are held hourly between 10am and 7pm daily.

A visit would be incomplete without taking the time to explore the Botanical Cactus Garden. This expansive garden is the largest of its kind, not just in Nevada, but across the world. With more than four acres of cacti and other desert succulents, this amazing garden is a must-visit. There are hundreds of plant species on-site, with all the plants chosen for the spectacular floral display and great biodiversity they represent.

Ethel M Chocolates is every chocolate lover’s dreams come true.

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Ethel M Chocolate Factory Tour

The Ethel M Chocolate Factory Tour is a fun, self-guided walking tour of the chocolate factory that produces products like M&M’s , Mars Bars , Milky Way, and the signature line of gourmet chocolates, Ethel M.

About ethel m chocolate factory tour:.

This Chocolate factory is a jewel in the Las Vegas desert! On this Free, self-guided tour , you’ll see how the chocolates are made, from the ganaches, caramels, and brittles to the coating and packaging.

And the absolute best part is that at the end of the tour, everyone gets a free sample of chocolate, yum!

Ethel M’s chocolate is made in small batches, ensuring the quality and freshness of the product. Their chocolates have no added preservatives and are made 100% by hand. The factory makes chocolate Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm, so everything you try is guaranteed to be fresh and absolutely delicious!

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After the tour, we highly recommend that you and your group take a stroll through the cactus garden at Ethel M, where you’ll see ocotillo, prickly pear, and saguaros cacti amongst many other cacti species! Ethel M’s Cacti Garden has over 300 cacti species and over 300 desert flower species! It is a magical place to visit year-round.

Hours: Facilities are open from 8:30 am to 6:00 pm for daily self-guided tours.

Location: Ethel M Chocolate Factory in Henderson. Approximately 10 miles from the Strip!

Address: 2 Cactus Garden Dr, Henderson, NV 89014

Phone: (702) 435-2608

Website: EthelM.com

Admission price: Free and open to the public!

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At Ethel M Chocolate Factory and Botanical Cactus Garden, see how chocolate is made, create your own box of goodies and stroll through desert life. 

• Monday: 8:30AM to 6:00PM
• Tuesday: 8:30AM to 6:00PM
• Wednesday: 8:30AM to 6:00PM
• Thursday: 8:30AM to 6:00PM
• Friday: 8:30AM to 6:00PM
• Saturday: 8:30AM to 6:00PM
• Sunday: 8:30AM to 6:00PM

ETHEL M DESCRIPTION

If you want to take a break from the Las Vegas Strip, see the making of chocolate and wouldn't mind a free sample, Ethel M is sure to be a sweet stop. 

Located on the southeast side of town, Ethel M Chocolate Factory and Botanical Cactus Garden is only a 15-minute drive from the Strip. If you've ever eaten Ethel M Chocolates, they were made here. Forrest Mars Sr. opened the location in 1981. This is the only Ethel M factory in the world. He named the brand after his mother Ethel, who made chocolates from scratch -- right in their own kitchen. 

The factory follows the same traditions of Ethel's kitchen. The recipe for the chocolate never changed. To this day, chocolates are still hand-packed into the boxes. While you're touring the facility, see chocolate in the making through the factory's windows. In addition to chocolate, the factory also creates pecan brittle, peanut butter and caramel. 

Picking up a piece of chocolate and popping it in your mouth only takes a second. Preparing the filling, texture and shape of it takes a lot longer. In fact, this factory has a series of pipes, conveyer belts and tanks that hold 20,000 and 35,000 gallons of chocolate. Workers actually have to be latched into belts so they don't fall into the chocolate!

At the Ethel M Chocolate Factory, visitors witness the time and effort it takes to create that perfect morsel. After seeing and smelling the rich aroma of these sweets, we bet you won't be able to wait to devour a piece. You get a sample of your favorite chocolate in the retail area. 

There are plenty of chocolates to choose from that are fit for all tastes. Select from white chocolate, dark chocolate and milk chocolate with fillings like fruit, caramel or nuts. The store offers festive flavors and box packaging during Valentine's Day, Easter and Christmas. If you're purchasing chocolate during the summer, you'll be given an ice pack so your treats won't melt. Since the chocolates are preservative-free, the freshness of each package only lasts two weeks. But we're pretty sure you'll be done with the box before then. The gift shop includes M&M's chocolates and souvenir items. 

Ready to walk off all those calories from the chocolate? Just next door is the unique, three-acre Botanical Cactus Garden. It features more than 300 types of cactus including spotted aloe, agave plants, Texas prickly pears and yuccas. Flowers bloom starting from the end of April to the beginning of May. During the holiday season, the garden transforms into a breathtaking winter wonderland complete with lights, festive decorations, Santa visits and carolers. 

Even after more than three decades, Ethel M Chocolate Factory has maintained its popularity. Almost 1 million visitors from all over the world visit each year. After all, who would ever get tired of chocolate?

Life doesn't get any sweeter than this. 

ETHEL M DETAILS & TIPS

• Age restriction: No Age Restriction
• Location: Ethel M Chocolate Factory and Botanical Cactus Gardens, Ethel M Chocolate Factory and Botanical Cactus Gardens
• Cost: Free.
• Location: Roughly 10 miles from the Strip, near Mountain Vista and Sunset Road.
• Payment options: Not applicable.
• Reservations: Reservations not necessary.
• Age/Height/Weight restrictions: Not applicable.

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Ethel M Chocolate Factory Tour

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Ethel M Chocolate Factory Las Vegas

Own by Mars Incorporated, the maker of M&M's chocolate candies, Ethel M Chocolate located in Henderson, Nevada and is the location in which all of the Ethel M brand and Ethel's brand chocolates are manufactured. The company distributes their products mainly via phone and internet sales, although they also operate several retail outlets located in and around Las Vegas, Nevada and Chicago, Illinois.

Also located at this plant are the Ethel M Botanical Cactus Gardens and a small branch of M&M's World .

The Ethel M® Chocolate Factory 2 Cactus Garden Dr.

Located only 15 minutes from the Las Vegas Strip, the Ethel M® Chocolate Factory is open daily from 8:30 am to 7:00 pm.

Holiday hours may vary

For your pleasure, admission is free and tours are self-guided.

Special guided tours may be arranged for parties of 10 or more by calling 702-435-2655 .

FREE Admission

FREE Self Guided Tour

FREE Chocolate Samples

Best Time to Visit: Monday - Thursday 10am - 4:30pm

Location: 2 Cactus Garden Drive, Henderson, NV 89014

The Cactus Garden at Ethel M Chocolate Factory is one of the world's largest Cactus gardens. Take a free tour through the beautiful Botanical Cactus Garden. Located on a three acre arid landscape, and with over 350 rare and exotic species, this is one of America's finest and largest collections of cactus, succulent and desert plants from the Southwest and other deserts of the world.

The Cactus Garden is open daily from 8:30 am to 7:00 pm. It's only 15 minutes from the "Strip", on the way to Hoover Dam.

Holiday Lights at the Cactus Garden Celebrate the holiday season with a visit the Chocolate Wonderland at Ethel M Chocolates Factory and Cactus Garden in Henderson, NV. Lights: Mid-November - January 1st. On Nightly, 5pm to 10pm, Admission is Free Factory & Chocolate Shoppe: Open daily 8:30am till 10pm Visits from Santa Claus: Friday - Sunday till Christmas 5pm to 9pm Performances by Local Choirs: Friday - Sunday 6pm to 8pm

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For more information and directions please call toll free 1-888-627-0990

From the Henderson Area: Go North on Green Valley Parkway Turn right on Sunset Road going east Stay in the middle lane as Sunset Road turns into Sunset Way at the intersection of Mountain Vista and Sunset Road. Ethel M Chocolate Factory is located on the corner of the Green Valley Business Park.

From I-95 Freeway: Head towards Henderson from your direction Exit Sunset Road going West Turn right onto Sunset Way

Ethel M Chocolate Factory Las Vegas

Las Vegas is home to plenty of things to do which is why it draws so many visitors each year. If you are looking for something to do that all ages will love on your next trip to Las Vegas, consider visiting a chocolate factory like the Ethel M Chocolate Factory. 

With several experiences all wrapped up in the flagship location, the Ethel M Chocolates Factory offers something that anyone will love. Take a look at what to expect while visiting Ethel M Chocolate Factory and everything you need to know before you go. 

Are dogs allowed at Ethel M Cactus Garden?

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There is more to do at the Ethel M Chocolate Factory than just eat and buy gourmet chocolates. Take the chocolate factory tour, visit the botanical cactus garden, enjoy various tasting experiences, and visit the chocolate shoppe for endless treats and gifts. 

Chocolate Factory Tour

During the 40th anniversary of the Ethel M Chocolate Factory, the chocolate factory tour was renovated to provide an even better tour experience. 

The chocolate factory tour is self-guided, where you can see them make pecan brittle and creams by hand each day, with both machines and chocolatiers making Ethel’s brand chocolate and their sweet best sellers. 

Though the factory keeps a schedule, you’ll usually be able to see them whipping something up, and it is even free!

Cactus Gardens

The Ethel M Chocolate Factory is the home to one of the world’s largest cactus gardens and is by far the largest cactus garden in Southern Nevada. 

The cactus garden is over three acres of more than 300 botanical species. Half of the species are desert plants like drought-tolerant cacti and succulent varieties, while the rest are desert trees, shrubs, and bushes from Australia, South America, and of course, the Southwestern United States. 

In the holiday season, the cactus garden is even more beautiful, with the whole property decked out in holiday lights. 

Gourmet Chocolate and Wine Tastings

If you want to delve into the chocolate more than just a self-guided tour, Ethel’s wine and chocolate tasting class is the answer. 

During these 30 to 45 minute tastings, you’ll learn more about the sourcing, refinement, and production of Ethel’s Brand Chocolates. 

Each chocolate will be paired with Trinchero wines hand-picked to complement the flavors perfectly. 

At the end of the event, you’ll be a certified chocolatier with a certificate to show off and you’ll receive a coupon for your purchase in-store.

The gift shop, called the Catus Garden Cafe, is serving up gourmet chocolates, hot chocolate, coffee, and a variety of sweet treats. You’ll also find the perfect gift for every occasion, including business gifts, liquor-filled chocolates, and more. 

Hours & Location

The flagship location with the cactus garden, cafe, and factory is located in Henderson, Nevada, just outside the city limits of Las Vegas. However, there are several other chocolate shops around Las Vegas to get your Ethel M Chocolates fix. 

One of the closest locations if you are staying on the Las Vegas Strip is the store at the Town Center on the corner of South Las Vegas Blvd and Sunset Road, just past McCarran International Airport. 

They also have several retail outlets in the California Hotel & Casino and some in Harry Reid International Airport Las Vegas. 

Here are the most frequently asked questions about the Ethel M Chocolates Factory.

Does Mars own Ethel M?

Yes, Mars Incorporated owns Ethel M.

Who started Ethel M Chocolates?

Forrest Mars Sr. started Ethel M Chocolates inspired by the kitchen of Ethel Mars.

No, dogs are not allowed at the Ethel M Cactus Garden.

Visit Ethel M Chocolates Las Vegas

There are plenty of Ethel M retail outlets located in the Las Vegas area, but you’ll find different cacti and other succulents, premium chocolate, and more at the flagship location in Henderson, NV. Stay sweet and have fun with a self-guided tour or tasting at the Ethel M Chocolate Factory. 

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More peanut brittle than chocolate is made here, and the tour is a self-guided viewing aisle. You can watch gift box chocolates being made too, and of course there are free samples.

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I thought this was a fantastic stop. Yes, their toffee is a top seller, but there are so many other options. Cactus garden was interesting, too.

Big Box o' Chocolate photo ops are always appreciated.

Monday through Thursday from 10-4 is the only time to see them making chocolates. Otherwise, you can walk through cactus garden and the shops. You still get a free sample.

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