Founded in 1932, Butlers is Ireland’s premier family-owned firm dedicated to the craft of exceptional chocolate-making. Now you can visit the home of Butlers and see for yourself what really goes on behind the doors of a real, working chocolate factory. 

Visitors learn all about where chocolate comes from and see the fascinating process of how delicious Butlers creamy chocolate and sweet ingredients are transformed into boxes of luxury chocolates and delicious flavoured chocolate bars, fudge, toffee and hot chocolate.

The tour includes a chocolate movie on the origins of chocolate and the history of Butlers Chocolates, a chocolate museum with optional worksheets and games for children of all ages, and a bird’s eye view of the Butlers factory and the chocolatiers who have mastered the delicate craft of chocolate artistry. See an up-close demonstration of how Butlers create and fill their chocolates and decorate your own chocolate novelty to bring home as a souvenir. Afterward why not visit the onsite Butlers Chocolate Café to enjoy an award-winning Butlers hot chocolate or sweet treat. The tour lasts about an hour and a half and the Butlers Chocolate Factory is very accessible in Clonshaugh Business Park, just 6 Km from Dublin city centre and 5 minutes from the M50/M1 junction. There is plenty of complimentary onsite parking and the building is fully accessible. There is a delightful outside picnic area and a visit to the onsite Butlers Chocolate Café is sure to top off a perfect day! Whatever the weather, there is something for everyone to enjoy on this fantastic chocolate experience.