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 3 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 3 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 15 December 2024

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 3 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 1 February 2025

Edinburgh Fringe - Single Malt Sessions

Visit Holyrood Distillery this summer and enjoy a fantastic distillery tour followed by unforgettable live Edinburgh Fringe Festival entertainment

Available from 1 August 2024 to 22 August 2024
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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