Most of us chocolate lovers would probably agree that we can never really tire of chocolate. It’s a scrumptious treat that satisfies in all forms, from homemade candy bars to hot chocolate. Get a glimpse of how one unique chocolate company makes their popular chocolate goodies on this free factory tour in Pennsylvania. (Afterward, stock up on all of your favorites, too.)
Embark on a free guided factory tour at Highland Chocolates in Wellsboro, where all of its delicious chocolate goodies are made fresh each day.
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The 25-minute tours provide a glimpse into the inner-workings of the small factory that’s headed by the non-profit vocational agency Partners In Progress, Inc.
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In addition to four full-time staff members, the chocolate shop also employs approximately 20 other employees, with disabilities, at any given time.
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Watch as chocolate makers go through parts of the process - from making the chocolate to packaging it - right in the charming Wellsboro shop.
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Wheelchair accessible tours are available Monday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. all year around. Tours are available on some Saturdays as well from June through October.
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Then, after the tour, meander around the chocolate shop to stock up on all of your chocolate favorites, including…
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An assortment of chocolate bark, chocolate pretzels, and fudge. Don’t forget to check out the nut snacks, too.
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Can’t easily get to Highland Chocolates? Just head to one of the shops - such as Elk Country Visitors Center in Benezette - that sells them.
Trip Advisor/management You can also order Highland Chocolates from its website or by calling 1-800-371-1082.
Stock up on all your favorite chocolates at Highland Chocolates, open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Address: 11724 US-6, Wellsboro, PA, 16901
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You can also order Highland Chocolates from its website or by calling 1-800-371-1082.
Click here for the official website of Highland Chocolates, or go here for Facebook.
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