Holyrood Distillery Tours - Edinburgh

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Book Holyrood Distillery tickets for one of the best tours in Edinburgh

Enjoy a wee dram in one of Scotland's newest distilleries, located in the heart of Edinburgh. Since 1925, malt distilleries had become a thing of the past - until Holyrood came along!

There's so many things to do and see in Holyrood Distillery

Reflecting the energy and diversity of present-day Scotland, Edinburgh's Holyrood Distillery invites you on a multitude of tours:

  • Edinburgh Fringe Single Malt Sessions: Enjoy an evening of whisky, storytelling and live entertainment this August when you experience the Edinburgh Fringe Festival live at Holyrood Distillery.
  • Charmed Circle Walking TourLearn about the city's brewing and distilling heritage as you discover the forgotten breweries of Edinburgh's Southside and hear stories about the infamous 'Charmed Circle'.
  • Holyrood Distillery TourThe ideal introduction, this signature guided tour will give you behind-the-scenes sights and secrets behind the award-winning Height of Arrows gin!
  • Journey to Whisky TourIn-depth, intermediate and ideal for whisky enthusiasts! This tasting-led tour takes you through the detailed processes of single malt whisky production. 
  • Stills & Staves ToursEnjoy 15 minutes with an expert guide in the still room, followed by a 15 minute tasting session - perfect for those on a tight schedule.
  • Self-guided Tasting FlightIf you're just looking to wet your whistle, sit back and relax with a tasting flight of 4 spirits - from award-winning gins and whiskies!
  • EH EveningsFree for anyone with an EH postcode, receive a fully-guided complimentary tour of the distillery with exclusive access to the paid bar whilst you enjoy drinks, live music and food.
  • Holyrood Gin Tasting ExperienceGo behind-the-scenes and get-to-know the award-winning gin range and production journey - with gin chocolate truffles!
  • Behind the Cask: Whisky Tasting ExperienceIntimate, conversational and tasting-focused, taste the finest expressions of whisky, including a Distillery exclusive that can't be found anywhere else in the world. 

Holyrood Distillery distils the entire whisky-making process down into a straightforward concept: flavour, flavour, flavour.

Discover the secrets and sample some of the finest, fieriest creations for yourself with a guided tour and whisky-tasting in central Edinburgh - it would be Holy-rude not to!

Book Holyrood Distillery tickets today and experience one of the best whisky and gin tours in Edinburgh!

Charmed Circle Walking Tour - Holyrood Distillery

Book Holyrood Distillery tickets! One of the best brewery walking tours in Edinburgh, experience Scotland's heritage on this adults-only tour

Available to 30 September 2024

Holyrood Distillery Tour - Holyrood Distillery

Book Holyrood Distillery Tours for a signature guided whisky and gin tour in the heart of Edinburgh - suitable for all ages!

Available to 16 February 2025

Journey to Whisky Tour - Holyrood Distillery

Book Holyrood Distillery tour tickets! One of the best whisky tours in Edinburgh including tastings, perfect for an adults-only day out in Edinburgh!

Available to 16 February 2025

Stills & Staves Tour - Holyrood Distillery

Book Holyrood Distillery tickets and enjoy 30 minutes of whisky-making, gin-making fun! Explore and discover the distillery with an experienced guide!

Available to 16 February 2025

Self-Guided Tasting Flight - Holyrood Distillery

Book Holyrood Distillery tickets! One of the best self-guided whisky and gin tours in Edinburgh, a great indoor activity for adults only!

Available to 16 February 2025

Gin Tasting Experience - Holyrood Distillery

Book Holyrood Distillery tickets for one of the best gin-tasting experience tours in Edinburgh and make your own cocktail from award-winning spirits!

Available to 26 October 2024

Behind The Cask Whisky Tasting - Holyrood Distillery

Book Holyrood Distillery tickets for one of the best scotch whisky experiences in Edinburgh, with an exclusive free gift included!

Available to 15 February 2025
19 St Leonard's Ln,
Edinburgh EH8 9SH
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How to find us

Address: Holyrood Distillery, 19 St Leonards Lane, Edinburgh, EH8 9SH

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By Car:

  • Sat Nav: EH8 9SH
  • Parking: NCP Car Park, Holyrood Road, Edinburgh, EH8 9UL

By Public Transport:

  • The Royal Mile: 15 minute walk away
  • Bus #14: Stops on Rankeillor Street, 2 minute walk away
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transport accessible
  • Parking on-site

Yes, the Holyrood Distillery is completely wheelchair accessible and can accommodate for multiple accessibility requests. 

All ages are welcome to go on the Holyrood Distillery Tour!

  • Under 5's go free
  • Children aged 5-17 are offered a discounted ticket
  • There are baby changing facilities on site
  • All other tours and experiences are 18+

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