The Sweetest Road Trip In Montana Takes You To 6 Old School Chocolate Shops

What's better than a good old-fashioned handmade chocolate shop? How about half a dozen shops with the best chocolate in Montana? If you need a sweet idea for an overnight getaway, look no further. This road trip takes you to six highly-rated shops with the best Montana chocolates in a day (or two, if you like to savor your sweets).

If you'd love to tackle this road trip, check out this interactive map to customize the trip based on your starting and ending location.

1. Start your delicious adventure at Old West Candy Store on Main Street in Darby.

Not only does this Montana chocolate shop have every kind of bulk candy you can imagine (including some that are sugar-free), but they sell incredible fudge, truffles, and other chocolate goodies that are made onsite. It's one of the best candy stores in Montana.

2. Next, head north to Hamilton, stopping when you see this sign for Big Sky Candy at 319 W Main St.

The chocolate treats at Big Sky Candy are also made from scratch and they're amazing. You can order candy from the company's website, but it's much more fun to browse (and sample) in person.

3. The Montana Chocolate Company is located on Main Street in Stevensville, which is a mere 20 miles from Hamilton.

These chocolates are handcrafted from 100-year-old family recipes, so prepare to be impressed. And considering this chocolate store in Montana makes over 150 varieties of chocolate treats, you may want to stay awhile.

4. The Sweets Barn is located at 11380 US Highway 93 S, and it's a must-see.

The team at The Sweets Barn sticks to old-fashioned methods when it comes to chocolate-making, and all of the treats are made with natural and organic ingredients. While you're there, check out the selection of soup mixes, oils and vinegars, and seasonings as well.

5. Located inside the historic Florence Hotel in Missoula, Posh Chocolat combines traditional chocolate making with modern culinary touches.

The chocolates at Posh Chocolat look like little works of art and they taste even better than they look. The husband and wife team who owns the shop are self-described passionate chocolatiers who believe chocolate makes everything in life better (we agree).

6. Last but certainly not least, roam the aisles of The Sweet Palace on E Broadway Ave. in Philipsburg.

This massive old-fashioned candy shop has an irresistible chocolate collection. But it's closed on Saturdays, so plan your road trip accordingly.

If you enjoy this delightful road trip of Montana chocolate, make sure to check out our summer ice cream road trip. And before you go, check out our ultimate road trip packing list.

What are some of your favorite Montana chocolate shops? Are there any that we missed? Let us and your fellow travelers know in the comments.