Everyone loves a good road trip, right? What about one that takes you through some of the best chocolate shops in the state? Sounds too good to be true, but alas, Georgia is flush with chocolate shops, a fact that makes for a truly decadent Georgia chocolate road trip. For those who are feeling a bit adventurous and looking to complete this trip in an entire day—have at it you brave thing, you. But spreading the entire chocolate road trip up over a long weekend would really make for one sweet experience.

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The entire road trip is around 6.5 hours of driving time, taking you all the way from the mountains of Georgia to the coast. You can check out the entire road trip first by checking out Google Maps, or simply dive in below and see where the roads will take you.

Hansel & Gretel Candy Kitchen
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Hansel & Gretel Candy Kitchen, 8651 N Main St, Helen, GA 30545, USA
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Hansel & Gretel Candy Kitchen in Helen, Georgia has been mastering the art of hand-crafted gourmet chocolate and candy since 1973. With a variety of chocolates to choose from, indulge in a few truffles, dipped treats, homemade fudge and more. The address for Hansel & Gretel Candy Kitchen is 8651 N Main St, Helen, GA 30545. To see this delightful local chocolate shop in action, be sure to watch the brief YouTube video below:

Truffles Chocolate Factory
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885 Woodstock Rd #200, Roswell, GA 30075, USA
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Editor's Note: Unfortunately, Truffles Chocolate Factory has closed. What was once Schakolad Chocolate Factory in Roswell, Georgia is now Truffles Chocolate Factory and the goods just keep getting sweeter. Get your chocolate fix with some of the homemade favorites such as the Oreo bark, chocolate dipped treats, or of course, the truffles. The address for Truffles Chocolate Factory is 885 Woodstock Rd # 200, Roswell, GA 30075.
Chamberlain's Chocolate Factory
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1575 Old Alabama Rd #205, Roswell, GA 30076, USA
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Chamberlain’s Chocolate Factory is a must on this list, as they have been hand making their chocolates since 1986. You can stop by for a sample of some of their most decadent treats, like the chocolate bark, chocolate covered pretzels, or the scrumptious truffles. The address for Chamberlain’s Chocolate Factory is 1575 Old Alabama Rd ste 205, Roswell, GA 30076. And the best news of all? One of the best chocolate shops in Georgia now delivers!
Collier Candy Company
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675 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30308, USA
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Collier Candy Company is the type of place where you can step back into that nostalgic place of candy counters and enjoy a bit of history. There are hundreds of items to choose from in this vintage candy shop, we won’t be surprised if you walk away with a few armfuls of treats. The address for Collier Candy Company is Ponce City Market, 675 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30308.
River Street Sweets
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24 E Bay St, Savannah, GA 31401, USA
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The next time you find yourself researching "chocolate shops near me," we hope this iconic destination appears on your radar. There is nothing like making the second-to-last stop on this sweet road trip a true Georgia staple. River Street Sweets in Savannah, Georgia produces handmade Southern sweets such as pralines, bear claws, truffles, and more in one of the coolest stores around. Just walking into this chocolate shop you’ll immediately be greeted by the smell of melting chocolate. The address for River Street Sweets is 24 E Bay St, Savannah, GA 31401. Oh, and while you're spending time in Savannah, check out our 24-hour itinerary for Savannah, Georgia. Care to take a tour of the iconic River Street Sweets? Watch the brief video below:

Seaside Sweets
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Seaside Sweets, 18B Tybrisa St, Tybee Island, GA 31328, USA
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Now this might not be considered a chocolate shop per se, but that doesn’t mean this small shop doesn’t offer some decadent treats. While Seaside Sweets in Tybee Island is known for their world-famous ice cream, there is so much more to the shop than what meets the eye. This charming shop in one of Georgia’s most coveted beach towns features a wide variety of candies and chocolates, too, making it a well-rounded place to indulge for the afternoon. The address for Seaside Sweets is 18C 16th St, Tybee Island, GA 31328.

So, what do you think? Ready to tackle some of the sweetest shops in the state?! Share with us some of your other favorite spots to find Georgia chocolate in the comments section below — we would love to hear from you! Looking for related content? Check out our delightfully delicious donut trail through Georgia. You won’t be disappointed!

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