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Hershey’s Chocolate World

Address: 101 Chocolate World Way, Hershey, PA 17033

Phone: 717-534-4900

Website: www.chocolateworld.com

Open: Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m. - 10 p.m., Friday-Sunday, 9 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Of Note: Hershey’s Chocolate World is a trip through the history of the United State’s largest candy maker. Attractions include the free Chocolate World tour, a historic-themed trolley ride through the town of Hershey, the chance to design and create your own candy bar and more.

Gardener’s Candies

Address: 30 W. 10th St., Tyrone, PA 16686

Phone: 814-684-0857

Website: www.gardnerscandies.com

Open: Monday- Saturday, 9:30 a.m. - 9 p.m., Sunday 1 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Of note: Visitors can also see the History of Candyland Museum, including a 15-minute film of tour through candy plant.

Spangler Candy World

Address: 131 S Main St, Bryan, OH 43506

Phone: 419-633-6439

Website: www.spanglercandyworld.com

Open: Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Of note: Learn all about the history of the maker of some of the country’s favorite candy, including Dum-Dum lollipops. Spangler Candy World features free general admission, offers games and activities for all ages and includes a big-screen tour that shows how candy is produced.

Schimpff’s Confectionary

Address: 347 Spring St. Jeffersonville, IN 47130

Phone: 812-283-8367

Website: www.schimpffs.com

Open: Monday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Of note: Tours are free, but should be booked in advance by calling and asking for Jill Schimpff. By booking the tour in advance, you are assured that candy will be being made at the time of your visit. The Candy Demonstration Area, Chocolate Dipping Room, and Candy Museum are always open for viewing during normal store hours and you are welcome to visit at all times. However, without a reservation, you may not see the actual candy making process.

Jelly Belly

Address: 1 Jelly Belly Lane, Fairfield, CA 94533

Phone: 800-953-5592

Website: www.jellybelly.com

Open: 9:15 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Of note: All ages are welcome to take our factory tour! Prices are $8.00 for adults and $4.00 for children ages 3 to 17. Ages 2 and under are free. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Active military receive 20% off their ticket price by showing military ID.

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