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The Stanley Chocolate Factory

The Stanley Chocolate Factory

Local Coffee in Estes Park

4.3 147 Google reviews

+1 970 586 58 60157 W Elkhorn Ave, Estes Park, Colorado 80517

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Where to find them

157 W Elkhorn Ave, Estes Park, Colorado 80517

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About

The Stanley Chocolate Factory is a one-of-a-kind destination in Estes Park, Colorado, blending history, creativity, and indulgence under one roof. Located in a beautifully restored former church, the Factory offers visitors an immersive experience where chocolate truly comes to life. Guests can watch and learn about the history of chocolate, then step into a temperature-controlled kitchen to create their very own gourmet candy bar alongside a master chocolatier. A whimsical toy train even delivers finished chocolate bars from the workshop to the retail floor, where antique fixtures and elegant displays highlight a wide selection of handmade chocolates, candies, and gifts.

Amenities

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Hours

Friday
10 AM to 6 PM
Saturday
10 AM to 6 PM
Sunday
10 AM to 6 PM
Monday
10 AM to 6 PM
Tuesday
10 AM to 6 PM
Wednesday
10 AM to 6 PM
Thursday
10 AM to 6 PM

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