Ohio’s Oldest Candy Shop, Wittich’s, Has Been Around Since 1840 And It’s Not Hard To See Why

There's nothing like an old school chocolate shop to make you nostalgic for the good old days. Here in Ohio, we're fortunate to have a candy shop that's been around since 1840. Wittich's Candy Shop in Circleville is the oldest confectionary in the state—and the nation. Few people realize just how special this humble candy shop and soda fountain is. If you live in Ohio and have yet to experience the homemade goodies from Wittich's, you're truly missing out.

Welcome to Wittich's Candy Shop, a best kept secret for locals and a pleasant surprise to visitors who aren't from the area.

It's not just Ohio's oldest candy shop. It's also America's oldest family-owned and operated candy shop.

Here, you'll find just about everything your sweet tooth could desire. From candy buckeyes to their signature Pumpkin Butter Creams, everything here is divine.

You can visit Wittich's on Monday - Saturday from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

With tried and true family recipes and hand-dipped chocolates you simply can't resist, it won't be long until you're back for more.

Personalized orders can also be made in advance. For more information, you can call (740) 474-3313.

During the town's most famous festival in October, the Circleville Pumpkin Show, there are several pumpkin flavored treats. The pumpkin fudge is particularly addictive.

Wittich's is also a popular stop on the Ohio Buckeye Candy Trail, which you can take anytime of year. For more information, check out Wittich's website.

The old-fashioned soda fountain adds to the charm of this old school candy shop. Pull up a seat and order something sweet.

You'll feel at home in no time.

With seasonal candies and treats made fresh daily, you'll want to visit at different times of the year to experience all this historic candy shop has to offer.

(FYI: Ice cream is NEVER a bad choice.)

Have you ever been to Wittich's before? If so, what's your favorite treat to order? Share your thoughts, memories and experiences with us!

For more delicious candy shops in Ohio, check out our previous articles: The Gigantic Candy Store In Ohio You’ll Want To Visit Over And Over Again and The Sweetest Road Trip In Ohio Takes You To 7 Old School Chocolate Shops.