Ethel M® Chocolate Factory & Cactus Garden

More than 2,000 visitors per day flock to this chocolate production facility where truffles, cremes, cherry cordials, peanut brittle, and other sweet treats are made. Their 3-acre cactus garden is the largest cactus garden in the Southwest United States, and during the holidays it's lit up to create a wonderful, one-of-a-kind light display. Over a million lights adorn the 300+ species of cacti and succulents, and Santa is available for photos. Inside the factory store, you may get to watch the confectionery delights being created, and you can pick up a free sample. Self-guided factory tours are free, although it might be tough to pass up a purchase after watching the sweets being made.