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Christmas is in full swing at The Chocolateries from 30 October, bringing a festive feast for the senses.
Celebrate the season Willy Wonka-style with hands-on chocolate making experiences, shelves filled with handmade chocolate treats perfect for gifting, and an all-day café serving indulgent seasonal desserts and ice cream.
Entry is FREE, we’re open daily from 9am–5pm, and only a short trip from Melbourne, it’s the perfect stop to relax, indulge and keep the kids entertained. Whether you’re young or just young at heart, there’s something to make you smile and savour.
Watch Our Chocolatiers Create Festive Treats
Head to the production windows and watch our talented Chocolatiers in action as they handcraft an amazing array of festive favourites, timeless classics, new creations and more.
See the magic unfold before your eyes, from crafting and decorating to the delicious final creations
Advent Calendar
Experience the joy of counting down to Christmas with our 12 Days of Christmas Advent Calendar. Behind each door is a delicious chocolatey surprise, giving you something special to look forward to every day. Think chocolate coated salted pretzels, couverture chocolate characters, mini polka dots, fluffy house-made marshmallows and more.
Unwrap a little festive joy, indulge in a new treat and savour the excitement as Christmas gets closer. With 12 delicious surprises to discover, it’s the perfect way to add a touch of chocolatey magic to your festive season.
Available to order online now, and available at The Chocolateries Great Ocean Road from 30 October.
A Showroom Full of Festive Treats
Step into a showroom filled with delicious chocolatey treats you didn’t know you were craving. Our Chocolatiers love creating nostalgic favourites and bold combinations you never knew would work so wonderfully together.
You can’t go past our chocolate Christmas character figurines and Christmas trees, available in a range of couverture chocolate varieties and sizes. Perfect for gifting, sharing with loved ones, or adding a little extra chocolate magic to your festive celebrations and décor.
Deck the Chocolate Tree
Looking for something truly sweet experience this Christmas? Create the wonder of your own Christmas Chocolate Tree.
Decorate your own milk couverture chocolate Christmas Tree with delicious ingredients that will make you savour every bite and smile with delight.
Once you’re done, take your Christmas Tree in a beautifully packaged gift box. Perfect for gifting to a loved one (or Santa), or keeping it all for yourself.
$14 per person
5-6, 12–22 & 24 December
9am until 4pm
No bookings required. Subject to availability.
Santa is Visiting The Chocolateries
Make magical Christmas memories at The Chocolaterie Great Ocean Road and come along to say hello to Santa and his trusty helper.
They’ll be spreading plenty of festive cheer and are ready to meet the little ones, share some Christmas magic and pose for memorable photos.
12-13 December
19-20 December
10am until 2pm
Christmas Family High Tea
Santa & Miss Elf are once again hosting a festive family Christmas High Tea at The Chocolateries Great Ocean Road!
Join us for a fun, family friendly Christmas themed high tea served at private tables in our Pod Cafe. Adults will enjoy a refreshing drink on arrival, followed by decadent petite delights, scones, ribbon sandwiches and festive pastries created by our team of talented chefs and Chocolatiers, plus endless organic local teas, barista coffee and real hot chocolates.
Children will be treated to delightful and creative Christmas pastries and savoury treats plus endless milkshakes and hot chocolates.
Wednesday 23 December
11am-1pm
$85 per adult & $40 per child (plus booking fees). Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Bookings are essential.
Elf Treasure Hunt
Grab your Elf Scavenger Hunt flyer from the Showroom and start searching for the naughty, and nice, Chocolaterie elves. Remember to note down where each elf is hiding and once you’ve found them all, bring your completed flyer back to our friendly showroom team to claim a delicious Christmas treat! FREE experience and fun for the whole family.
Ready, set, HUNT….
FREE
1 – 24 December
9am – 5pm
So Much to Do, So Close to Home
With hands-on chocolate-making fun, irresistible treats and a little chocolate magic around every corner, The Chocolateries Great Ocean Road is no ordinary chocolate factory.
Just a bit over an hour from Melbourne, it’s the perfect destination for a fun-filled family day out. Plan your next sweet adventure and make some delicious memories together!
While you’re here….
While you’re here, why not discover more of what makes the Great Ocean Road such a special part of Victoria?
From surfing and native wildlife to world-class art, wineries and unforgettable adventures, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Keerray Woorroong Visitor Centre at the Twelve Apostles
The new gateway to the Twelve Apostles and Great Ocean Road is now open – bookings are essential and easy to make via the Twelve Apostles website.
Australian National Surfing Museum
Discover the fun, fear, colour and beauty of riding waves in the world’s largest surfing museum – just down the road from us in Torquay. Learn more here.
Where artists can come together in a friendly community environment to participate in classes and workshops run by tutor. Learn more here.
Explore Australia’s first completely off-grid adventure park & Australia’s most extreme zip line. Learn more here.
Take to the family out for a day of fun with wall-to-wall trampolines, an outdoor bar and kiosk, sunken lounge and fire pit area. Learn more here.
Geelong & Surf Coast Wineries
Discover some of the Great Ocean Road’s renowned wineries, including Bellbrae Estate, Brown Magpie Wines and Mount Duneed Estate, and explore the region’s many boutique cellar doors, local producers and exceptional food experiences.
Can’t make the trip?
Shop online and have your favourite chocolatey treats delivered straight to your door, anywhere in Australia.
From festive favourites to handmade chocolate indulgences, you can enjoy a little taste of The Chocolateries from wherever you are.
To ensure your gifts arrive before Christmas, please place your orders by the following cut-off dates:
Metro & Regional Victoria: 16 December
Interstate: 14 December
Orders placed after these cut-off dates are not guaranteed to arrive on time. Christmas range will be available online from 30 October.
FAQ
Is Entry free
Yes and we are open every day (except Christmas Day) from 9am – 5pm.
How far are you from Melbourne?
We’re just over one hour from Melbourne and 10 minutes from Torquay.
Do I need to book?
Some of our chocolate making classes and workshops require bookings. To join in the fun, check out our What’s On page for a full list of family friendly experiences and upcoming events.
What are your opening hours?
Are you open Christmas Day?
We are open until 5pm on Christmas Eve and we reopen at 9am on Boxing Day.
