6 Belfast Whiskey Tours Worth Flying For

1.McConnell’s Distillery Experience with Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 278 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $27Our pick

Tour McConnell’s Belfast distillery in the restored A-Wing of Crumlin Road Gaol. An expert host explains the 1776 brand, shows the distilling process, and pours a welcome drink, five-year whisky, sherry-cask whisky, and new make spirit. Guides such as Sam and Gerald add local character, with a bar and shop afterward.

“Very friendly staff and knowledgeable about the history of the company and of the building. If love Irish whisky you should go and learn about the flagship whisky of belfast, McConnells whisky.”

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2.Titanic Distillers Signature Tour & Whiskey Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 156 reviews · 1 hour · from $34

Tour Belfast’s restored Titanic Pumphouse with an English-speaking guide such as Brian, Johnny, or Dominique. Learn how the dock machinery worked, follow the building’s change into a working distillery, then taste Irish whiskey and vodka. Allow an hour, wear comfortable shoes, and check in 10 minutes early at Thompson Dock.

“I loved it! Really interesting to not only learn about the distillery process, but also the history of the building and dock area, something I wasn't expecting but thoroughly enjoyed. The guide was excellent, knowledgeable and friendly. I'd definitely recommend.”

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3.McConnell’s Distillery Guided Tour with Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 76 reviews · 1 hour · from $22Best value

Tour McConnell’s Distillery in the restored A-Wing of Crumlin Road Gaol with guides such as Sam, Amanda, Aisling, and Connor. Hear how a Belfast whisky brand founded in 1776 returned to production, see the modern distilling operation, and taste McConnell’s 5 Year, Sherry Cask, and New Make whiskies if your option includes the tasting.

“Had a fantastic time on the McConnell Distillery tour! The experience was really well put together, but what made it stand out was our guide, Sam. She was knowledgeable, engaging, and genuinely passionate about the distillery and its history.”

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4.Titanic Distillers Premium Tour and Whiskey Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 51 reviews · 2 hours · from $54

Spend two hours at Thompson Dock and Titanic Distillers, descending 66 steps into the dry dock where Titanic last rested on dry land. An English-speaking guide such as Brian, Johnny, Callum, or Dominica leads you through Belfast’s shipbuilding past and returning whiskey trade, followed by premium whiskey, vodka, and a cocktail.

“Really informative and kept it interesting, thanks for a good tour Callum. Nice tasting of the whiskey/vodka and again informative. Shame the weather wasn’t better for going down into the dry dock. Highly recommend”

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5.Explore & Taste: Distillery Tour at Titanic Distillers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $34

Spend about an hour inside Belfast’s old Thompson Dock pumphouse with a guide such as Johno and the Titanic Distillers team. You’ll trace the building’s dockside past, see how spirits are made, and finish with a sensory tasting of award-winning Irish whiskey, vodka, and possibly a cocktail. The small group is capped at 15.

“This distillery visit was wonderful. The staff were kind and knowledgeable. It was the perfect combo of information about the location and docks, and whiskey making. This is a must do while in Belfast.”

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6.Titanic Museum and Whiskey Distillery Exploration with Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 25 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $130

Spend about four hours in Belfast’s Titanic Quarter with a guide, touring Titanic Belfast, the SS Nomadic, and Titanic Distillers at Thompson Dock. Guides such as Petra, Marty, Shirley, and Nicky have added local stories and historical detail. Whiskey tasting is included, but expect plenty of walking over cobbles, stairs, and uneven ground.

“Titanic - It is definitely an ‘experience’ more than a museum. VERY well done! Whiskey - Fun tour included history of unique building and tasting. Our guide for both, Petra, was wonderful. She’s knowledgeable and thoughtful and made sure we received the best tours possible. No rushing and some extra stops too!”

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