Tiara B.
Yelp
Came to the Jelly Belly Factory on a weekday and had an awesome experience! There were only a few groups around, so parking was a breeze and there was no line for tickets, which is always a win. The iconic paper hats they give you are super cute, though a little flimsy and hard to keep on, but the idea is fun and adds to the charm.
The tour is self-guided, which I loved because you can move at your own pace. There wasn't any candy production happening the day I visited, but I still got to see the sorting and packaging process, which was surprisingly fascinating. Learned a ton about how these little beans are made; such a nostalgic treat from my childhood!
They also have some games you can play throughout the tour, which kept things interesting. All the workers we encountered were super friendly and happy to answer questions. I didn't check out the café or gift shop, but they looked like great spots to grab a bite or souvenirs.
After the factory walk-through, you hop on a little train that takes you to a building across the street. The train is for everyone (not just kids!) and was actually a highlight. Our conductor was hilarious and had the whole group laughing the entire ride. If it is raining, the train ride is not available.
The museum section was a bit less exciting for me personally, but it had some cool artwork and jelly bean creations that were fun to look at. Also, you do get a small pack of Jelly Belly beans with your ticket!
Overall, this is a great spot for families, kids, school field trips, or even a nice date. Highly recommend if you're in the Fairfield area and looking for something fun to do!