Made in the USA: Food Factory Tours in Every State

Are you taking a road trip this year and would like to see and do something different? Or maybe just go see something in your own state. Taking a fun Food Factory Tour may be right up your alley.

Here is a list of fun Food Factory Tours in every state. Go see how chocolate or ice cream is made. Maybe you would like to see how beer or bourbon is brewed.

This list has everything from Jelly Belly in California to fruit cake in Texas to maple syrup in New Hampshire. From learning about the history of these companies to all the ingredients used in the foods we eat, these tours are not only educational but also fun.

It’s also exciting when we are able to get free samples at the end of the tour.

Food Factory Tours are always fun to go to, and they are great things to do, especially on a rainy day when you’re on vacation.

Pro Tips

• Call ahead: Especially for brewery and distillery tours—some may require appointments or have limited scheduling.
• Combine experiences: Some city tours bundle tours for a broader culinary outing.
• Check seasonal schedules: As most tours and year-round, others may be seasonal. Also, hours may change by each season. Always better to check before you go.

Alabama

Blue Bell Creamery

Although not a big tour, you get to see (through a glass window) the “real factory” making ice cream and packaging it into ½ gallon containers.

It’s fun for the kids as they have an ice cream parlor with every flavor of ice cream that they make, and also some that you can just get there at their ice cream parlor.

The factory is open Monday through Friday, from 8 am to 5 pm. However, the observation deck is available from 8 am to 2 pm. There is a person to tell you about the process and to answer any questions you might have during that time.

At the visitors center, there is a museum showcasing their 100-year history of ice cream making. They also have a country (gift) store on the premises. Across the street, they have picnic tables and a grassy area for your convenience.

Kids will enjoy coloring the blue bell ice cream cow.

Location: 423 North Norton Avenue, Sylacauga, AL 35150

Alaska

Alaska Wild Berry Products

Alaska Wild Berry Products offers a self‑guided tour through their candy kitchens featuring the World’s Largest Chocolate Fall—a dramatic visual of cascading chocolate. The falls are 20 feet high and made with 3000 lbs. of chocolate. However, it’s to be admired, not eaten. Don’t worry, there are plenty of goodies to try in their store.

There are four kitchens which you can see (through windows), which consist of them making jams and jellies, a candy kitchen, a molding room, and a hot kitchen.

Guests can sample a wide variety of berry-based jams, chocolates, syrups, and fudge. Open Mon–Sat 10 am–7 pm, Sun 11 am–6 pm.

Location: 5225 Juneau Street. Anchorage, AK 99518

Arizona

Cerreta Candy Company

Come see how this family-run business makes delicious chocolate. This 30-minute guided tour is $7 and shows you how chocolate is made, along with the soft, flavourful centers.

Purchase a VIP pass for $13 to $16 (depending on the activity you want to do), and in addition to the tour, your kids can choose from several hands-on chocolate-making activities such as a chocolate pizza, a chocolate teddy bear, a Barbie, and more.

These tours are given from Monday to Friday at 10 am, 11 am, noon, 1 pm, and 2 pm.

Location: 5345 W Glendale Ave, Glendale, AZ 85301

Arkansas

Markham & Fitz’s Chocolate

Take a chocolate tasting tour of Markham & Fitz’s facility and see how their chocolate is made from the cocoa bean to their chocolate bars.

Tours must be scheduled and are $25 per person. You will learn and taste each part of the process from start to finish bar. They also offer other classes, such as chocolate and wine tasting and chocolate and beer tasting. Check their website for dates and times.

Tours take about an hour and you will receive a chocolate bar at the end.

The store has everything from cookies, cakes, and all kinds of chocolates to all types of chocolate drinks.

Location: 801 SE 8th St. Suite 45, Bentonville, AR 72712

California

Jelly Belly Factory

Come experience the sweet world of Jelly Belly at their vibrant Visitor Center in Fairfield, California. There are two fun tour options available:

Self-Guided Factory Lane & Museum Tour

For a small entrance fee, you can take a self-guided, bird’s-eye view walk along an elevated ¼-mile-long tour lane. Along the way, enjoy:

• HD/4K videos showing the candy-making process
• Interactive exhibits and colorful displays
• A Jelly Belly Express train ride (weather/staffing permitting)
• Entry into the on-site Jelly Belly Museum

Open daily from 9:15 am to 4:00 pm (check calendar for closures).
No reservations required.

• Adults: $8
• Kids (3–17): $4
• 2 & under: Free

Guided Factory Tour & Museum Experience

Want a VIP experience? Book a private guided tour for up to 6 people. Your personal guide will lead you through both the factory lane and the museum, giving you insider info and behind-the-scenes insights.

• Offered daily at 9:15 am and 11:30 am
• Reservations are required at least 24 hours in advance
• Only one group per time slot (intimate and exclusive!)

Both options include access to the famous Jelly Belly store, where you can stock up on all your favorite flavors—and sample some too!

Location: 1 Jelly Belly Lane, Fairfield, CA

Colorado

Hammond’s Candies

Since 1920, Hammond’s has been making candy canes, lollipops, and other candies by hand. You can take a 30-minute free tour and see how they pull, twist, and shape their candies by hand.

Factory store hours are Monday to Saturday from 9 am to 4 pm, with tours given Monday to Saturday from 9:15 am to 2:15.

Tours can be booked online (24 hours in advance) or by calling 303-333-5588 ext 110. Reservations are accommodated as walk-ins are not guaranteed and based upon availability.

Location: 5735 Washington Street | Denver, CO 80216

Connecticut

PEZ Visitor Center

Calling all candy fans and nostalgic toy lovers! The PEZ Visitor Center is a colorful, interactive experience with over 4,000 square feet of PEZ history and fun.

Here’s what to expect during your visit:

Highlights:

• See the world’s largest PEZ dispenser
• Explore the largest public display of PEZ memorabilia in the world
• Check out the custom PEZ motorcycle made by Orange County Choppers
• View the production floor through large observation windows (Note: production is occasionally paused—check dates in advance)
• Take part in interactive PEZ trivia games and the “Game of the Month” for prizes
• Walk through the interactive historical timeline of PEZ from its origins in 1927 to today

Admission & Hours:

• Adults: $5
• Children (3–12) & Seniors (60+): $4
• Children under 3: Free

Includes a souvenir PEZ lanyard and $2 store credit for use the same day!

• Hours:
  Monday – Sunday: 10 AM – 5 PM
  (Note: Production floor will not be active from June 30–July 11, though the Visitor Center remains open)

Important Notes:

• All visits are self-guided
• No advance reservations – tickets are sold in the lobby upon arrival
• Food and drink are not permitted inside the Visitor Center

Location: 35 Prindle Hill Rd, Orange, CT 06477

Delaware

Dogfish Head Brewing Company

There are no food factories in Delaware, but they sure do know how to make craft beer. Dogfish was established in 1995 and has become a staple of the community.

Brewery & Distillery hours are Sunday to Thursday from 11 am to 8 pm and Friday and Saturday from 11 am to 9 pm.

They offer the following tours:

Quick-Sip–A 25-minute free tour around the brewhouse is $5 and includes a beer and a sleeve.

This tour is given from Monday to Sunday at 1 pm and 3 pm.

Off-Centered Tour–An hour-long tour consisting of the brewhouse and their R&D system area, where you sample an experimental brew and rackhouse for a cocktail. Then you are off to the packing area where beer is kegged, canned, and bottled. When finished, you go to the Steampuck Treehouse, where you get to choose your sample flight of 4 beers.

This tour is $20 per person, and you even get to take home a glass with the Dogfish logo. Tour is given Sunday to Thursday at noon and 45 pm in addition to Friday and Saturday at noon, 2 pm, and 4 pm.

Distillery Tour–Go behind the scenes at Dogfish Head Distilling Co. and discover how their craft spirits—vodka, gin, whiskey, rum, and more—are made 100% from scratch. This hour-long, 21+ tour walks you through the process from brewhouse to bottle, including brandies and bottled cocktails. You’ll enjoy tastings from their spirits portfolio, a hand-crafted cocktail, and even a sample from their experimental R&D brews.

Tours run on Mondays and Fridays at 3 PM, cost $20 per person, and include a Dogfish Head logo tasting glass to take home.

90-Minute Tour–Go beyond the basics with this exclusive 90-minute behind-the-scenes tour of Dogfish Head Brewery. You’ll explore every corner of the facility—from Brewhouse 1 and the grain handling area to cold storage, the packaging line, and beyond beer production. Enjoy tastings of experimental brews at the R&D bar, full-proof spirits at the distillery rickhouse, and fresh beer straight off the packaging line.

The tour ends with samples of the full Minute Series IPAs (30, 60, 75, and 90) in the tasting room, plus a limited-edition flight card and a specialty logo glass exclusive to 60 & 90 Minute Tour guests. Cost is $45.

Note: To take either the Off-Centered or Distillery tours, you must wear closed-toed shoes.

Location: 6 Cannery Village Center, Milton, DE 19968

Florida

Florida’s Natural Growers Grove House Visitor Center

Although not a factory tour, you get to see several videos all about citrus farming and the process of making juice. You can also take an outdoor tour through the orange groves.

This free tour is open Monday through Friday from 10 am to 5 pm.

Note: This tour is only open seasonally from October to May.

Location: 20160 Highway 27 in Lake Wales, FL 33853

Georgia

World of Coke

The World of Coca-Cola in Atlanta is a vibrant, interactive museum that celebrates the history and global impact of the Coca-Cola brand. Visitors can explore over 100 years of Coca-Cola memorabilia, get a behind-the-scenes look at the bottling process, and discover the secret formula vault. One of the highlights is the Tasting Room, where guests can sample 100+ Coca-Cola beverages from around the world.

Additional features include a 4D theater experience, a replica soda fountain, and photo ops with the Coca-Cola Polar Bear. It’s a family-friendly attraction that blends history, pop culture, and fun, making it a must-visit destination in downtown Atlanta.

Admission for adults is $23-$26, seniors 65+ $159-$24, children 3-12 $17 -$22, and 2 and under free. Admission is also part of the Atlanta City-Pass.

Opened year-round, hours and days change according to season so check their website. Plan on sending 2 to 3 hours here.

Location: 121 Baker St. NW, Atlanta, GA 30313

Hawaii

Dole Plantation

Although not a factory tour, the Dole Plantation is a whole pineapple experience.

You can choose the tour you want depending on your time and what you want to spend. Tours are offered daily from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm.

Free Experiences

• Grounds access & Visitor Center are free.
  
• Enjoy pineapple-cutting and chocolate-making demos, and feed koi fish in the pond
  
• Browse the gift shop and indulge in famous Dole Soft Serve pineapple ice cream—a must-try!

The following tours can be purchased as a package or separately

Pineapple Express Train Tour

• Fully narrated 20-minute ride through pineapple fields and native scenery.
  
• Learn about horticulture and plantation history, including founder James Dole
  
• Pricing: Adults $15, Kids (4–12) $12.85, Kamaʻāina/Military $14.10; under 4 free
  
• Runs daily from 9:30 AM–5:00 PM, ending ticket sales 30 minutes prior 

Plantation Garden Tour

• Self-guided walk through 8 themed mini-gardens, including tropical crops, lei flowers, cacao, and native plants
  
• Pricing: Adults $8.50, Kids & kamaʻāina/military $8.00; under 4 free

The Pineapple Garden Maze

• Guinness-listed as the world’s largest pineapple-shaped maze, spanning over 3 acres with nearly 2½ miles of pathways
• Hunt for 8 hidden educational stations along the way
• Pricing: Adults $10, Kids $8, Kamaʻāina/Military $9; under 4 free

Combo Packages

Purchase any combo on-site—no reservations. Options include:

• Train + Garden – $19.75 Adults; $16.25 Kids
  
• Train + Maze – $20.75 Adults; $16.25 Kids
  
• Maze + Garden – $15 Adults; $12 Kids
  
• Train + Maze + Garden – $28 Adults; $24 Kids 

Location: 64-1550 Kamehameha Hwy, Wahiawa, HI 96786

Idaho

Manwaring Cheese & Gelato

A must-visit for cheese lovers, offering live cheese-making, homemade gelato, customizable grilled cheese, and a legacy of Idaho dairy craftsmanship.  You can see cheese making from Tuesday through Friday, with the store open Monday–Thursday 10 AM–8 PM, Friday–Saturday 10 AM–10 PM.

On-Site Cheese Making

• Fresh cheese and curds are crafted in-house daily
• Behind-glass viewing allows you to watch cheese-making using local A2 milk from Guernsey cows, which is often gentler for lactose-sensitive customers

Gelato & Grilled Cheese

• Houses an Italian-style gelato café, using authentic Carpigiani equipment and recipes—flavors include pistachio, salted caramel, cookies & cream, and more.
• Serves made-to-order grilled cheese sandwiches on 125-year-old sourdough, paired with tomato basil soup—cheese choice is up to you 

Location: 310 N Eastern Ave, Idaho Falls, ID 83402

Illinois

Long Grove Confectionery, Buffalo Grove

Take a sweet journey behind the scenes at Long Grove Confectionery, one of Illinois’ premier candy makers. This fun and educational factory tour is perfect for visitors ages 5 to 105. You’ll enjoy a video presentation, watch chocolate and caramel creations being made, take in the delicious smells, and even receive a free chocolate treat!

Tour Highlights:

• View production through large windows—designed so even little ones can see
  
• Learn about Long Grove’s commitment to quality, creativity, and packaging
  
• Shop for premium chocolates at discounted prices in the onsite store
  

Tour Details:

• Cost: $5.00 per person
  
• Availability: Weekdays only
  
• Group Size: 8–50 people
  
• Reservations required: Call (847) 459-3875 or email tours@longgrove.com
  
• Accessibility: Handicap accessible
  

Whether you’re a local or planning a group visit, Long Grove’s tour is a delicious way to learn how their famous chocolates are made.

Location: 333 Lexington Drive, Buffalo Grove, IL

Indiana

South Bend Chocolate Company

Experience the 58,000 sq ft factory and chocolate museum offering a rich mix of factory walkthroughs, historical exhibits, and sweet samples.

 What to Expect

• Guided factory tour begins with a lesson on chocolate history and the company’s origins
• Tour the production lines to watch panning, enrobing, and other chocolate-making stages.
• Explore the adjacent Chocolate Museum, featuring one of the world’s largest collections of chocolate memorabilia—including a 1,300‑year‑old Mayan pot
  

Schedule & Cost

• Tours run hourly, Monday–Friday from 9 AM–3 PM and Saturdays 9 AM–2 PM
• Walk-ins welcome. Admission per tour/sample package: typically $5, which includes a 10% store discount
• The site includes a Chocolate Café, museum displays, and a retail store with plenty of treats. There are other attractions onsite, like the Indiana Dinosaur Museum
  

Location: 7102 Lincolnway West, South Bend, Indiana

Iowa

Hensen’s Farm Fresh Dairy

Hensen’s Farm offers several kinds of tours during their season, which runs from April 1st to October 31st and is open Monday through Saturday. All tours are by reservation only. Tours 

The following tours are available:

Hands-On Tour

This 2-hour tour takes you from the farm with a trolley where you get to milk a cow, bottle feed a calf, pet goats and kangaroos, and make butter. You also get to sample many products, including ice cream. Cost is $20 for ages 5 and up; 4 and under are free. This tour is given at 3:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

Animal Petting Tour

This also includes a trolley ride to the farm and a walking tour to see the animals, where you get to pet cows, calves, goats, and kangaroos. You also get to make butter and sample products, and eat ice cream. This tour is only available on Saturdays at 12:30 pm and costs $15 for ages 5 and up, and is free for ages 4 and under.

For tour reservations, call (319) 242–1074.

School tours and adult group tours are also available. Call 319-988-9834 to book these tours.

Location: 8461 Lincoln Rd, Hudson, IA 50643

Kansas

Kansas Underground Salt Museum

This tour takes you by tram 650 feet underground to see where salt comes from. This is a working salt mine, and when ther,e you can feel the salty taste on your lips. The mine is open Tuesday to Saturday from 9 am to 4 pm (tours start at 9:20 with the last tour beginning at 3 pm) and Sundays from 1 pm to 4 pm (last tour starts at 3).

In addition to the museum, several different tours are offered as follows:

Salt Blast Pass

Main Tour – 2.5 Hours (Self-Guided)

• Underground Museum Galleries
• 30-minute Dark Ride (tram tour through mine passages)
• 15-minute Train Ride
  

Rates:

• Adults (13+): $25
• Children (4+): $18
• Seniors/Military: $23
• Reno County Resident: $19

Children must be 4+ to participate. The train ride is not handicap accessible.

Salt Blast Pass + Salt Safari Shuttle

Combo Tour – 3.5+ Hours
Includes everything in the Salt Blast Pass plus:

• 1-hour guided Salt Safari Shuttle deeper into the raw mine tunnels
  

Rates:

• Adults (13+): $40
• Children (8+): $33
• Seniors/Military: $38
• Reno County Resident: $34

Safari Shuttle is accessible with self-transfer. Children must be 8+.

Lantern Tour

• 1-Hour Guided Hike by Lantern Light
• 1-mile walk along original miner rail beds
• Explore the salt mine in near-dark conditions

Rate: $25 per person

Ages 13+ only (under 18 must be with an adult)
Must be able to walk, step over obstacles, and wear closed-toe shoes

Note: Children 4 and under are not allowed in the salt mine. Also, you will be supplied with a hard hat to wear in the mine.

Location: 3650 East Avenue G, Hutchinson, KS 67501

Kentucky

Wild Turkey Bourbon

Kentucky is known for its bourbon, has several manufacturers, with Wild Turkey being the largest. You can take a tour of their distillery and rickhouse (where the barrels are aged) for $25 per person. (Current military and Veterans are free with ID). The tour takes between 1 and 1 ½ hours.

After the tour, you will receive a flight of different bourbons to try. Tours are given Wednesday through Saturday, beginning at 9 am to 4 pm, and Sunday, noon to  4 pm.

Note: Minors can take the tour; however, you need to be 21 to taste any bourbon.

Location: 1417 Versailles Road (KY‑33), Lawrenceburg, KY 40342

Louisiana

Tabasco Sauce Factory

Tabasco Sauce Factory

ABASCO® Avery Island Fan Experience – Avery Island, Louisiana

Explore the spicy world of TABASCO® with this self-guided tour through the iconic hot sauce’s birthplace. The Avery Island Fan Experience includes access to:

• The TABASCO® Brand Museum
• Pepper Greenhouse and Barrel Warehouse
• Salt Mine Diorama and Avery Island Conservation
• The TABASCO® Country Store® and Restaurant 1868!
• Plus, stroll the stunning 170-acre Jungle Gardens
  

Admission

• Adults: $15.50
• Children (ages 5–12): $12.50
• Seniors & Veterans: $13.95
• Children 4 & under: Free
  

Tours are given daily from 9 AM – 4 PM. 

Location: Hwy 329 (Avery Island Road), Avery Island, LA 70513

Maine

Wilbur’s of Maine Chocolates, Freeport

Wilbur’s of Maine Chocolates in Freeport offers both guided and self-guided factory tours, but availability varies throughout the year, so it’s best to check their website or call ahead for current dates and times. During their guided tour, which typically costs $6 per person, visitors get a behind-the-scenes look at how their delicious chocolates are made.

 The tour includes the opportunity to make your own chocolate treat and, of course, enjoy plenty of sweet samples along the way. This hands-on experience is a hit with both kids and adults and provides a fun, educational glimpse into Maine’s chocolate-making tradition.

Location: 174 Lower Main St., Freeport, ME 04032

Maryland

Spagnvola Chocolatier

Experience a free, behind-the-scenes factory tour that showcases how premium, single-estate Dominican cacao beans are transformed into exquisite chocolate. Tours run Saturdays and Sundays from 2 PM to 6 PM and include:

• A 20-minute guided tour through roasting, winnowing, pre-grinding, refining, and molding processes
• Insight into bean cultivation on SPAGnVOLA-owned farms in the Dominican Republic
• Tasting of freshly crafted truffles, bonbons, or chocolate bars at the end
  

Premium Chocolate Making Class (Optional Add-on)

For those seeking a deeper, hands-on experience, SPAGnVOLA offers a Chocolate Making 101 class (approx. 2½ hours) led by the Head Chocolatier:

• Includes the factory tour plus instruction in tempering, ganache-making, truffle production, and dipping techniques
• Price: $75 per person; limited to 20 participants

Location: 360 Main St, Suite 100, Gaithersburg, MD 20878

Massachusetts

Taza Chocolate

Discover the bold world of bean‑to‑bar, stone‑ground chocolate at Taza’s Somerville factory. Tours are offered Wednesday–Sunday, with the factory store open Tuesday–Friday from 11 AM–6 PM and Saturday–Sunday 10 AM–6 PM. Masks are encouraged, and guests are asked to follow safety protocols, including wearing hairnets and closed-toe shoes 

Stone‑Ground Chocolate Tour

• Duration: About 45 minutes
• Cost: $12–13 per person, depending on source; reservations required for groups up to 9–10 people
• What’s included:
  
  • A guided talk about Taza’s unique stone‑milling process using hand‑carved granite millstones
    
  • Peek through viewing windows into the grinding and depositing rooms (production isn’t guaranteed to be active)
    
  • Lots of tastings of Taza’s signature stone‑ground chocolate
    

Family-friendly Extras

• Kids under 10: Join the Cacao Scouts Scavenger Hunt or Chocolate Story Time most weekends at 10:30 AM (reserved spots; Scout Bingo ~$6 pp, Story Time free)

Location: 561 Windsor Street, Somerville, MA 02143

Michigan

Sanders & Morley Candy Makers

The Sanders & Morley Candy Makers factory offers free guided tours by appointment Monday through Friday from 9 AM to 3 PM (excluding holidays). The 45‑ to 60‑minute tours begin with a short introductory video, followed by a guided walk down the 70-foot observation hallway where you can watch candy makers in action through large glass windows. You’ll receive free chocolate samples and end your visit in the newly remodeled Sanders Chocolate & Ice Cream Shoppe, filled with confections, ice cream, and dessert toppings.

The facility is handicap accessible and offers ample bus parking. If you’re visiting without a reservation, you can take a self-guided tour anytime Monday–Saturday during regular store hours (9 AM–9 PM) and still enjoy a free treat from the bulk candy counter. To schedule your appointment, call (586) 464‑5411.

Location: 23770 Hall Road, Clinton Township, MI 48036

Minnesota

Redhead Creamery

You begin your tour at the farm, you’ll start in the milking parlor, observing robotic milking and baby calves before touring the creamery to see how milk becomes cheese. The tour concludes with a tasting of several award-winning cheeses, and guests often enjoy exploring the on-site cheese shop and café, which serves pan-fried curds, sandwiches, and local beverages

Tours are $10 and take between 1 and 1.5 hours. It’s a walking tour and is wheelchair accessible. Tours are given on Friday and Saturday at 12:30 pm. (Reservations highly recommended)

The farm operates rain or shine and is noted for its friendly guides and hands-on approach, making it a standout stop in central Minnesota’s agritourism trail

Location: 31535 463rd Ave, Brooten, MN 56316

Mississippi

Candy Cottage & Gourmet

The Candy Cottage & Gourmet has been a beloved fixture in downtown Ocean Springs since 1992. This charming, old-fashioned candy shop specializes in classic Southern confections made fresh daily, including handcrafted pralines, pecan logs, fudge, turtles, and chocolate-dipped potato chips.

Visitors can watch the praline-making process through a front-window demonstration while browsing shelves stocked with everything from lollipops and bark to nuts and volcanic-style brittle. 

The store is open Monday–Saturday from ~10:30 AM to 5 PM, offers free samples, and is renowned for its warm, welcoming atmosphere that appeals to both locals and tourists alike.

Location: 702 Washington Ave, Ocean Springs, MS

Missouri

The Roasterie Factory

Take a tour and see how coffee is made at this must-see experience while you’re in Kansas City. Tours are 45 minutes long and cost $5.

The factory tour includes the company’s history, a behind-the-scenes look at how their coffee is crafted. Each tour includes one hot coffee sample and one cold brew sample, with additional options like a pre-tour hot coffee flight or a post-tour brew demonstration available for an enhanced experience. 

Guests are encouraged to arrive 15 minutes early to check in and get settled. While children under 12 don’t need a reservation, all others must book in advance. Tours are only available on weekdays if you wish to see the roasting process, as roasting does not occur on weekends or holidays

You can also take more in-depth classes; check out their website for details.

Location: 1204 W 27th St, Kansas City, MO 64108

Montana

Greycliff Cheese Cave

The Greycliff Mill & Market invites visitors to step into its atmospheric underground cheese cave, where artisan cheeses are made and aged in ideal conditions (around 50°F and 85% humidity). 

Guided tours are available on select dates—often around weekends or scheduled events—for approximately $10 per person, lasting about 1 hour and limited to 15 participants.

 During the tour, you’ll tour the 1760s-era stone cave, learn about the cheesemaking process using local milk (about 200 gallons weekly), and enjoy generous tastings of several native cheeses 

After your cave experience, you can continue shopping in the adjacent market and café, which feature other farm-made goodies like prepared foods and even espresso beverages.

Location: 11 Greycliff Creek Lane, Greycliff, MT 59033

Nebraska

UNL Cheese Factory

The UNL Dairy Store offers free guided tours by appointment Monday through Friday, providing a behind-the-scenes look at their cheese and ice cream production. 

Led by knowledgeable Dairy Store ambassadors, the 15-minute tours cover how cheese is made, what gives ice cream its flavor, and how the store’s hand-crafted dairy products go from cow to cone. Groups of 15–20 are ideal, and tours begin at the Dairy Store location. 

A two-week advance notice is requested, and while the tour itself is free, visitors can enjoy a single-dip cone at a discounted rate afterward.

Location: 114 Food Industry Complex, Lincoln, NE

Nevada

Kimmie Candy

Take a free, appointment-only tour of the Kimmie Candy Factory, Monday through Friday from 8 AM–5 PM.

1. Tour start & intro video: Visitors begin with a video showcasing the company’s history and candy-making process
   
2. Explore the factory: Choose between a self-guided mini tour or a full guided walk-through led by staff, visiting colorful “magical” rooms—like the Candy Carousel Room, Kaleidoscope Mixing Room, Coating Cove, and more—since not all areas are always in production
   
3. Free samples: Regardless of the tour type, enjoy complimentary candy tastings at the end
   
4. Booking info: Tours are capped at about 15 people per group (larger groups may be split up). To book, call (775) 284‑9200, preferably in advance
   
5. Schedule: Standard tour times include 10 AM, 12 PM, and 3 PM, though some listings also mention 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM; the official site encourages checking for availability.
   
6. Practical tips: Wear closed-toed shoes, and be aware not all factory areas are open at all times

Location: 405 Edison Way, Reno, NV 89502

New Hampshire

Parker’s Sugar House

Parker’s Maple Barn in Mason, NH—an authentic 1800s barn turned seasonal sugar house—offers guided tours during maple‑sap season (typically March and early April). You’ll learn about traditional and modern syrup-making, from Native American hot‑rock sugaring to boiling sap over a classic wood‑fired evaporator.

Tour Highlights

• Live demonstration of sap collection, wood‑fired boiling, and syrup grading
  
• Historical insights, including maple sugar origins and Native American techniques
  
• Scents and sounds of an active sugar house—prepare to “go home smelling like a sugar maker!”
  
• Educational museum-like displays showcasing the evolution of maple syrup production
  

Tour Logistics

• Season: March through April, during the active sap season
  
• Booking: Weekday group tours by appointment—call ahead to confirm sap availability
  
• Hours: Restaurant hours Mon–Fri 8 AM–2 PM, Sat–Sun 7 AM–4 PM
  

Why It’s Special

• Wood‑fired flavor: The use of a traditional fire gives the syrup a distinctive smoky profile not found with modern methods
  
• Rich farmstead heritage: The barn itself dates back centuries, and the sugar house continues a family tradition lasting over five decades
  
• Complete experience: Combine the tour with a meal in the rustic restaurant, browsing the Corn Crib Gift Shop, and enjoying nature walks
  

Location: 1316 Brookline Road, Mason, NH 03048

New Jersey

David Bradley Chocolatier

See Chocolate Making 
Drop by any weekday from 9 AM to 4 PM—or anytime during store hours—to watch chocolate being crafted through large observation windows. The shop houses melters, cluster machines, and dipping lines, offering a peek into their artisanal process.

Learn to Temper at Home
Friendly staff are happy to share tips on tempering chocolate at home, offering advice and guidance if you’re curious how to achieve that smooth, glossy finish in your kitchen.

Free Samples & Shopping
Enjoy free samples every visit and browse a wide variety of handmade delights—truffles, barks, caramels, chocolate-covered berries, bacon, and seasonal specials.

Location: 92 North Main Street, Building 19, Windsor Industrial Park, Robbinsville, NJ 08561

New Mexico

Eagle Ranch Farm Tour (Heart of the Desert), Alamogordo

Take a free 45-minute walking tour of the Heart of the Desert Pistachios and Wines. Here you can see how the products are being made from the start (crop) to finish. The tours explain and show you how pistachios are grown and processed. You see the fields, processing plant, packaging, and shipping.

Tours run daily, Monday to Friday, at 1:30 pm from September to May and twice a day at 10 am and 1:30 pm from June to August.

Location: 7288 US-54, Alamogordo, NM 88310

New York

Fly Creek Cider Mill & Orchard

Fly Creek Cider Mill & Orchard is a historic, family-friendly destination just minutes from Cooperstown. Established in 1856, the mill still uses its original water-powered cider press, offering visitors a rare glimpse into traditional cider-making through free, self-guided tours. 

Guests can explore the Cider Gallery to learn about the process and history of cider production, then head downstairs to the Mill Store Marketplace to sample and shop over 40 specialty foods, including fresh-pressed cider, aged cheeses, sauces, salsas, and homemade fudge.

The Tasting Room offers flights of hard cider, apple wines, and craft beer, all with scenic views of the millpond. For a bite to eat, the on-site Snack Barn serves comfort food favorites like pot roast sandwiches, mac and cheese, and cider floats. The property also features fun attractions like gemstone mining, duck races, vintage equipment, and a peaceful boardwalk. 

Open seasonally from spring through December, Fly Creek welcomes both casual visitors and group tours, with private guided options available for a more in-depth experience. It’s an ideal stop for families, foodies, and anyone looking to experience authentic New York State agritourism.

Location: 288 Goose Street, Fly Creek, NY 13337

North Carolina

French Broad Chocolate Factory & Cafe

French Broad Chocolate Factory & Café offers a captivating 45-minute bean‑to‑bar tour (Monday through Saturday at 11 AM, 1 PM, and 3 PM) that immerses guests in the world of chocolate-making. 

Beginning in a classroom-style setting, knowledgeable guides introduce visitors to cacao cultivation, pod harvesting, and the global origins of bean sourcing. The experience continues through spacious factory viewing windows, allowing an up-close look at the roasting, shelling, grinding, tempering, and molding processes. 

Tasting is key—guests sample multiple chocolate varieties and roasted cacao nibs, deepening their appreciation of flavor nuances.  Ticket prices are $12 for adults, $8 for children (8–12), and free for ages seven and under, with optional adult-only tastings on Sundays featuring wine and cider pairing ($35 per person) With private tours and field trips also available, it’s a well-rounded, educational, and delicious adventure ideal for families, food lovers, and classroom outings.

Location: 821 Riverside Drive (Suite 199), Asheville, NC 28801

North Dakota

North Dakota Mill & Elevator 

The North Dakota Mill & Elevator is not only the largest flour mill in the United States but also the only state-owned facility of its kind, established in 1922 by the Nonpartisan League to give local farmers greater control and fair pricing. 

Housed on a sprawling campus just north of Grand Forks, the complex features seven milling units, a terminal elevator, and a packaging warehouse—all capable of processing up to 60,000 bushels of North Dakota wheat daily and producing 27,000 hundredweight of milled products for both retail and commercial distribution.

Tours are available by appointment only and offer a behind‑the‑scenes glimpse into large‑scale industrial milling operations, including how spring wheat is cleaned, milled, and packaged under state-owned management.

Location: 1823 Mill Road, Grand Forks, ND 58203

Ohio

Al’s Delicious Popcorn

Al’s Delicious Popcorn offers a free, behind-the-scenes tasting tour that’s both educational and delicious. The Columbus location is their flagship, where Al’s began in 1985—it remains the center for new flavor development and small-batch production.

About the Tour

• Tour begins with a short video, then moves into the kitchen and packaging areas where you’ll learn how they pop, flavor, and hand-pack each batch
• Finish with a complimentary tasting—perfect for sampling some of their 65+ (seasonal and classic) gourmet flavors
• Tours are free, suited for individuals, families, and groups (up to ~25 people)
• Typically run Mondays and Thursdays at 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
• Reservations are required — you can book them via their website 
• Expect to see the full process: popping, flavoring, kitchen prep, and packaging

Location: 1500 Bethel Road, Columbus, OH 43220

Oklahoma

Currently, there are no food factory tours in Oklahoma. 

Oregon

Harry & David

Harry & David has been a household name in gourmet gifting since 1934, and their roots run even deeper with a pear-growing legacy that began in 1910. This fascinating tour offers a rare inside look at how some of their most beloved products are made, right from the source.

Your journey begins at the Harry & David Country Village Store, where a shuttle takes you over to the production campus. The tour lasts about an hour and gives visitors a firsthand look at what goes into every gift box, treat, and package.

One of the most popular parts of the tour is the Moose Munch® popcorn station, where you can see—and smell—batches of their signature caramel popcorn being made, often topped with chocolate and nuts. You’ll also get a peek into their candy kitchens, bakery lines, and the bustling packaging department where those iconic gift towers are assembled. It’s a feast for the senses—and yes, samples are included!

Tours are available Monday through Thursday, with limited time slots at 9:15 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Reservations are required, so plan ahead. At just $5 per adult (with children under 12 typically free), it’s an affordable and fun outing for food lovers, families, and anyone curious about gourmet gift-making. Don’t forget to leave time to browse the on-site store, where you can stock up on treats and exclusive Harry & David products to take home.

Location: 1314 Center Drive, Suite A, Medford, OR 97501 

Pennsylvania

Hershey Chocolate World, Hershey

Hershey offers a 30-minute ride showing you how their chocolate is made. This is not a factory tour, but you will see the process they take and find out all about the ingredients they use.

For more information, read about the Hershey Tour and many other fun factory food tours in Pennsylvania.

Location: 101 Chocolate World Way, Hershey, PA 17033

Rhode Island

Newport Vineyards

Although not in the Napa Valley, Newport Vineyards is the largest winery in New England. Times and days change depending on the season, but are currently offered daily at 11 am, 1 pm, and 3 pm.

The tours are $30 and include a flight of 4 wines of your choice. Tours last between 60 and 75 minutes. Reservations are required.

 Location: 909 East Main Rd. (Rte 138), Middletown, RI 02842

South Carolina

Charleston Tea Plantation (Bigelow Tea)

At the Charleston Tea Garden, you can enjoy a free and fascinating look at how tea is made. The factory tour takes place in an air-conditioned, glass-enclosed gallery that runs alongside the production floor, giving you a clear view of the entire tea-making process.

As you walk the gallery, three large video screens introduce you to the history of Bigelow Tea and explain each step of the process, from fresh leaves to finished tea bags. No reservations are needed, and tours begin every 15 minutes. It’s an easy, informative experience perfect for tea lovers and curious visitors alike.

Trolley Tour

A Trolley Tour is also available for $18 for adults and $9.50 for children 4 to 11 (3 and under are free) and takes you all through the acres of tea bushes, explaining all about them. You also make a stop at a greenhouse where you see how the bushes grow. This tour is about 35-40 minutes.

Location: 6617 Maybank Highway, Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487 

South Dakota

SDSU Davis Dairy Plant & Sales Bar, Brookings

Visit the South Dakota State University campus in Brookings and discover what great things the students are learning.

They have a Dairy Plant where they learn to make milk, ice cream, cheese, and butter. The Sales Bar 1.5 miles away serves everything that it makes. The students are responsible for everything from making the products from raw milk to marketing and sales.

Take a tour and see for yourself this state-of-the-art dairy plant. Taste the products made there and experience what these students are learning.

You can schedule your tour here.

Location: 1224 Medary Ave., Brookings, SD 57007

Tennessee

Jack Daniel’s Distillery

What would a trip to Tennessee be like without going to see where Jack Daniel’s is made?

Here’s a summary of the Jack Daniel’s Distillery tours offered in Lynchburg, Tennessee:

1. Jack Daniel’s Distillery Tour

• Description: Guided walk through the historic distillery with insights into Jack’s legacy and whiskey-making.
• Includes: Tasting of 6 Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey samples.
• Duration: 1.8 hours
• Ages: Under 21 permitted (no tasting)
• Cost: $35
• Extras: Optional lunch at Miss Mary Bobo’s (book separately)
  

2. All About The Barrel Tour

• Description: Focuses on how barrels influence whiskey’s flavor and color.
• Includes: Sampling of assorted Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel whiskeys + souvenir
• Duration: 1.8 hours
• Ages: 21+ only (with valid ID)
• Cost: $75
• Offered: Friday–Sunday at 10:55 AM & 2:55 PM CST
  

 3. Bonded Tour

• Description: Learn about and taste the Bonded Series: Jack Daniel’s Bonded, Bonded Rye, and Triple Mash.
• Includes: Guided tour + tasting + souvenir
• Duration: 1.8 hours
• Ages: 21+ only (with valid ID)
• Cost: $75
• Offered: Monday–Friday at 10:05 AM & 2:05 PM CST
  

4. Innovation Tasting

• Description: Tasting-only experience featuring special releases and experimental series.
• Includes: Samples from Tennessee Taster Series, Distillery Series, or other innovations
• Duration: 0.8 hours
• Ages: 21+ only (with valid ID)
• Cost: $45
• Offered: Saturday & Sunday at 11:05 AM & 3:05 PM CST
  

Location: 133 Lynchburg Highway, Lynchburg, TN 37352

Texas

Collins Street Bakery

Tour Details

Tour Availability:

• Seasonal tours are available during the holiday season, typically around Christmas, offering behind-the-scenes walkthroughs of their fruitcake production
  
• At other times, there isn’t a formal scheduled tour, but free samples and viewing opportunities are available in their café and shop during regular hours.
  

Hours:

• Open Mon–Sat 7 am–5:30 pm and Sun 12 pm–6 pm, offering free samples and café service 

What to Expect:

• During the holiday tour, visitors can observe the famed fruitcake baking and hand-decorating process, featuring DeLuxe® Fruitcakes loaded with nuts and fruit
• For much of the year, the experience is more casual—enjoy free tastings and soak in the atmosphere of a baker well known for producing over a million pounds of fruitcake annually

Location: 401 W 7th Avenue, Corsicana, TX 75151

Utah

Mrs. Cavanaugh’s Chocolates & Ice Cream

Discover the sweet side of Utah at Mrs. Cavanaugh’s Chocolates & Ice Cream in North Salt Lake. This delightful factory tour offers a behind-the-scenes look at hand-crafted chocolate  

Tour Details

• $5 per person, of which $4 is redeemable as a voucher at the end of your visit toward chocolates or ice cream
• Effectively only $1 for the full experience, plus two to three complimentary chocolate samples and a scoop of ice cream
• Tours run by appointment, Mon-Fri from 10 am–3 pm (some Saturdays too), lasting about 30–45 minutes
• Watch an engaging 10–15 minute video on chocolate history and production.
• View the factory floor behind glass windows—see hand-dipping, enrobing machines, conveyor belts, and even original historical equipment like marble slabs and a copper mixing bowl
• Fun extras like a “train room” world map and Curious George figures for kids to spot 
• Enjoy a free scoop of their homemade ice cream at the end 
• Finally, use your voucher to pick out your favorite treats—many guests leave with several boxes!

Location: 835 Northpointe Cir, North Salt Lake, UT 84054

Vermont

Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream, Waterbury

Take a 30-minute guided tour to one of America’s favorite ice cream factories, Ben & Jerry’s.

Hear about the company’s history as well as see how the ice cream is made. And as expected, get a free sample of ice cream.

The factory is open daily from 10 to 6 pm, and tours run consistently throughout the day, the last tour beginning an hour before closing.

Tours are $6 for adults, $5 for seniors, and $1 for children 2 to 12. 2 and under are free.

You can purchase tickets online two weeks before the event; it is highly recommended that you do this since tickets sell out quickly. You may be able to purchase tickets on the same day, but it is not guaranteed.

Location: 1281 Waterbury-Stowe Rd Route 100, Waterbury, VT 05676

Virginia

Route 11 Potato Chips, Mount Jackson

Although not a working tour of the factory, you get to see the entire process of how potato chips are made through big windows looking down into the factory (except for the peeling of the potatoes).

The factory is open Monday to Saturday from 9 am to 5 pm. After you can get samples of many kinds of potato chips to try, and of course, you are able to purchase chips to take home.

Note: If you really want to see how the potato chips are made, call before going (540-477-9664) to make sure production is going on upon your arrival.

Location: 11 Edwards Way, Mt Jackson VA 22842

Washington

Maeve Chocolate

• Duration: ~1 hour guided experience
• Format: Mondays–Saturdays at 10 AM, 12 PM & 2 PM
• Cost: $15 per adult; $12 per child (6–12) and senior (60+). Kids must to 6+
• Production in action: Chocolate is actually made Mon–Thu (through ~3 PM); tours after that may show machines idle
• Factory store hours: Mon–Fri 10 AM–6 PM; Sat 10 AM–5 PM
• Booking: Reservations available up to 90 days ahead; weekend/holiday slots fill quickly — aim to book 2–3 weeks in advance

You’ll take in a bird’s-eye view of the 60,000 sq ft production floor from a vibrant hot‑pink mezzanine while sampling generous amounts of chocolate. The tour concludes with a blind taste test featuring Maeve and Jcoco flavors to challenge your palate

Location: 1180 Andover Park W, Tukwila, WA 98188

West Virginia

Hatfield & McCoy Moonshine

Located in the West Virginia mountains is the Hatfield & McCoy Moonshine Distillery. Stop by and see how their moonshine is made with all-natural ingredients from white corn (grown in West Virginia). It’s made in small batches and its strong at 90 proof!

Location: 297 James Ave, Gilbert, WV 25621

Wisconsin

Union Star Cheese Factory – Fremont

• Tour times: Free 30-minute behind‑the‑glass tours Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat at 8:00 AM, see cheese made live each morning—best to arrive by 8:30 AM when fresh curds are made
• What you’ll see: Watch how milk becomes cheese curds and aged varieties (Muenster, cheddar, colby, string cheese).
• Sampling & shop: Taste warm squeaky curds and numerous aged cheeses right on-site; retail outlet open 7 AM–5 PM (Sun 10:30 AM)
• Insider tip: It’s a small facility—some describe it as a big production room with a fridge wall—but reviewers say their curds are “by far the best in the state.”

Location: 7742 County Rd II, Fremont, WI 54940

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Willow Creek Creamery – Berlin

• Tour schedule: Free guided tours Mon & Wed at 9:00–9:30 AM, and also offered Mon, Thu, Fri & Sat at 8:00–8:30 AM for the Fremont/Willow Creek partnership
• What you’ll see: Small‑batch cheesemaking (curds, cheddar, styles like flavored Munster and Feta) led by master cheesemakers
• Extras: Taste curds and cheddar; it’s a rural family-run operation with excellent service and selection

Location: W1965 WI-21, Berlin, WI 54923

Wyoming

Jackson Hole Still Works, Jackson

Take a tour and learn about the entire process of how they make their vodka and gin. All ingredients are grown in Wyoming, including the best-tasting water from the Tetons.

Tours are given during regular hours daily from 2 pm and 4 pm. Tours are $15 per person, and you must be 21 years old. They are given every day, but call ahead or book online to arrange your time at 307-699-8998.

Location:  3940 South Eagle View Dr, Jackson, WY 83001

Final Thoughts

From coast to coast, America’s food factory tours offer a behind-the-scenes look at how some of your favorite treats, snacks, and beverages are made. Whether you’re sampling chocolate in Pennsylvania, watching cheese being crafted in Wisconsin, or sipping soda straight from the source in Georgia, these tours provide a fun and flavorful way to explore local culture and craftsmanship. So, pack your appetite and a sense of curiosity—there’s a delicious adventure waiting in every state!

Kathy xoxo

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