When it comes to premium Swiss chocolate, Lindt is one of the first names that comes to mind. Founded in 1845, Lindt & Spruengli has grown into a globally renowned brand, famous for its smooth melting chocolate, iconic gold bunnies and colorful Lindor truffles. The company has its roots in Zurich and has continued to craft chocolate with innovation and tradition for over 175 years.

Sweet and rich treats have always been my thing, especially when it comes to (pistachio-filled Dubai-style) chocolate. Therefore, I was beyond excited when a friend spotted an official Dubai chocolate workshop hosted by Lindt at their Home of Chocolate in Kilchberg, Switzerland. We immediately booked it. Since neither of us had visited the museum before, we made sure to explore it before the workshop started (P.S. you need a separate ticket for the museum; it is not included in the workshop fee).

☆ Lindt Home of Chocolate
Seestrasse 204, 8802 Kilchberg, Switzerland
+41 44 716 20 00
lindt-home-of-chocolate.com

Entry Fee
It is recommended to book tickets online
Chocolate Museum
Adults: CHF 17
Students/Apprentice >16y: CHF 15
Pensioners/disabled visitors: CHF 15
Children 8-15y: CHF 10
under 8 years: free entry

Dubai Chocolate Workshop
5 July 2025 to 28 September 2025
Price: 65 CHF
Duration: 75min

Opening Hours
Monday to Sunday, 10:00 – 19:00
*open daily until Christmas/New Year and with the exception of two inspection days in the spring and fall

Lindt Home of Chocolate – Museum Visit

The Lindt Home of Chocolate in Kilchberg is more than just a museum – it is a chocolate wonderland. From the moment you walk in, you are greeted by an impressive chocolate fountain flowing with 1’400 kg of liquid chocolate!

The exhibition takes you through the origins of cocoa, the history of chocolate and how Switzerland became the world’s chocolate capital. There is also a fascinating insight into the chocolate-making process, with an actual small-scale factory line where you can see how chocolate is produced.

One of the best parts? The tasting stations! You get to taste melted chocolate – dark, milk and white – and even try different Lindt chocolate bars. And here is a fun fact I learned: the Swiss eat more chocolate than any other country in the world – around 8 kg per person per year!

At the end of the museum, there is a colorful Lindor chocolate ball station where you can choose from a variety of flavors; from classic milk to exciting options like salted caramel or cheesecake. We had to speed through the final parts of the exhibit because we arrived a bit later than planned and had less than an hour for everything. I would definitely recommend allowing at least 70 to 90 minutes to explore at a relaxed pace.

Dubai Chocolate Workshop – A Pistachio Lover’s Dream

After the museum, it was time for the main event – the Dubai Chocolate Workshop, which I had been looking forward to for weeks. I absolutely love pistachio (I loved it even before the hype!), so the Dubai-style chocolate trend has been a dream come true. Finally, more options in supermarkets and cafés, it is amazing!

The workshop group was separated into German- and English-speaking participants. We even got to wear Lindt uniforms, which was honestly such a highlight – I would have happily taken mine home! Our chocolatier guide was super knowledgeable and shared some really cool facts. For example: did you know that Lindt chocolate made in Switzerland tastes different than the same Lindt bar made abroad? It is not just about the milk or added ingredients. Switzerland is the only country that has exclusive rights to a special, high-quality cocoa bean from Ecuador, which gives Swiss-made Lindt chocolate its unique flavor. Another insider tip: never eat chocolate cold! Cold temperatures dull the flavor. So, if you store your chocolate in the fridge, let it come to room temperature before eating – or as our guide cheekily said, “if you like it cold, just buy cheap chocolate.”

Now to the hands-on part: We could choose between milk or dark chocolate (I went with a half-and-half mix), and then we filled our bars with Lindt’s signature pistachio cream, which was already prepared. We could decorate the bars however we liked. The final bar weighed around 200g, noticeably more than the standard Dubai chocolate bar from the store. Once finished, we got to wrap our creations in Lindt packaging – and to top it all off, we received a ready-made original Lindt Dubai chocolate as a gift! I was not expecting that, which made it even more special.

All in all, it was a sweet and unforgettable day. Whether you are a chocolate lover, a pistachio addict like me or just looking for a fun and flavorful experience, the combination of Lindt’s museum and the Dubai Chocolate Workshop is a must-do. You will walk away with a deeper appreciation for chocolate, some delicious souvenirs and maybe even a few surprising facts to share with friends.

Just make sure to come a bit early to enjoy the full museum without rushing and don’t forget to let your chocolate warm up before you take a bite :) !!