Edinburgh Whisky

Located right on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile, The Scotch Whisky Experience takes you on a fun, interactive whisky journey. See how Scotland’s famous spirit is made, explore one of the world’s biggest whisky collections, and enjoy expert-led tastings. For your first time? The Silver Tour is a great start! But if you are a whiskey connoisseur, the Gold Tour is calling your name!

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Group enjoying whisky tasting session at Scotch Whisky Experience.

Scotch Whisky Experience building exterior on Edinburgh's Royal Mile.

Visitors watching a video of the Forth Bridge in Scotland.

Visitors enjoying a sensory video journey through Scotland with scenic landscapes.

Tasting room setup at the Scotch Whisky Experience Gold Tour with glasses and whisky display.

Interactive sensory experience with fiery visuals in a Scottish exhibit.

Four glasses of whiskey for tasting at A Taste of Scotland experience.

Scottish tasting menu with venison, root vegetables, and sauce at Amber Restaurant.

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The Scotch Whisky Experience Tours & Tastings

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Choose the perfect whisky experience for your budget and palate at the world-renowned The Scotch Whisky Experience, located right beside Edinburgh Castle.
Embark on an interactive journey through the ‘Origins’ of whisky and the art of blending before stepping inside a breathtaking vault of 3,384 rare bottles.
Choose the Silver Tour for the ideal introduction featuring a fully guided 50-min tour, a regional dram of your choice, and a crystal tasting glass to take home as a souvenir.
Pick the Gold Tour to elevate your visit with everything in the Silver Tour, plus an extra flight of four regional single malts to compare like a professional taster.
With the Taste of Scotland Tour, you get everything included with the Gold Tour, followed by a 3-course, 7-dish gourmet menu at the award-winning Amber Restaurant.

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Choose the perfect whisky experience for your budget and palate at the world-renowned The Scotch Whisky Experience, located right beside Edinburgh Castle.
Embark on an interactive journey through the ‘Origins’ of whisky and the art of blending before stepping inside a breathtaking vault of 3,384 rare bottles.
Choose the Silver Tour for the ideal introduction featuring a fully guided 50-min tour, a regional dram of your choice, and a crystal tasting glass to take home as a souvenir.
Pick the Gold Tour to elevate your visit with everything in the Silver Tour, plus an extra flight of four regional single malts to compare like a professional taster.
With the Taste of Scotland Tour, you get everything included with the Gold Tour, followed by a 3-course, 7-dish gourmet menu at the award-winning Amber Restaurant.

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£25

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Sticky toffee pudding with ice cream and berries, paired with a glass of Scotch whisky.

Visitors enjoying The Silver Tour at Scotch Whisky Experience, surrounded by whisky bottles.

Different kinds of whiskeys displayed at Scotch Whisky Experience, Edinburgh.

Edinburgh Castle view near The Scotch Whisky Experience, Scotland.

A Taste of Scotland - Scotch Whisky Experience: Guided Tasting & 3-Course Meal

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Experience a guided, immersive journey into the art of whisky making, followed by a viewing of one of the world's largest collections of Scotch whisky.
Benefit from a 3-hour premium experience that includes an audio guide in 20 languages for the tour and take home a crystal whisky tasting glass.
Savour a masterclass tasting of five distinct whiskies, including a regional single malt and a four-dram tray to help you compare Scotland's iconic styles.
Indulge in a Scottish tasting menu at Amber Restaurant, featuring 7 traditional dishes across 3 courses, including a trio of starters and mains.
Experience a perfect pairing as you finish your meal with a decadent dessert matched with a specially selected dram of Scotch whisky and coffee or tea.

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Experience a guided, immersive journey into the art of whisky making, followed by a viewing of one of the world's largest collections of Scotch whisky.
Benefit from a 3-hour premium experience that includes an audio guide in 20 languages for the tour and take home a crystal whisky tasting glass.
Savour a masterclass tasting of five distinct whiskies, including a regional single malt and a four-dram tray to help you compare Scotland's iconic styles.
Indulge in a Scottish tasting menu at Amber Restaurant, featuring 7 traditional dishes across 3 courses, including a trio of starters and mains.
Experience a perfect pairing as you finish your meal with a decadent dessert matched with a specially selected dram of Scotch whisky and coffee or tea.

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£95

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Pouring whisky into a glass during an underground whisky tour in Edinburgh.

Whisky tasting session in an Edinburgh cellar with a guide explaining to a group.

Whisky bottles on display during an underground tasting tour in Edinburgh.

Hand holding whisky glass during tasting on Edinburgh underground tour.

Whisky tasting glass with amber liquid at Whisky Tour & Tasting.

Edinburgh: Underground Whisky Tour and Tasting

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2 hr

Explore the Old Town’s seedy underbelly with an expert English-speaking guide, uncovering tales of 15th-century bootleggers, smugglers, and whisky-making pioneers.
Descend into the candlelit Megget’s Cellar for a sensory tasting session held deep within Edinburgh’s atmospheric underground vaults.
Savour four premium Scottish whiskies from Speyside, Highland, Islay, and Lowland distilleries under the expert guidance of a dedicated whisky specialist.
Go beyond the glass to learn how peat, barley, and oak casks create "the water of life," while using TourTalk devices to hear every word of the history.
Take home an authentic souvenir Glencairn whisky tasting glass to commemorate your 2-hour journey into the world of connoisseurship.

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Explore the Old Town’s seedy underbelly with an expert English-speaking guide, uncovering tales of 15th-century bootleggers, smugglers, and whisky-making pioneers.
Descend into the candlelit Megget’s Cellar for a sensory tasting session held deep within Edinburgh’s atmospheric underground vaults.
Savour four premium Scottish whiskies from Speyside, Highland, Islay, and Lowland distilleries under the expert guidance of a dedicated whisky specialist.
Go beyond the glass to learn how peat, barley, and oak casks create "the water of life," while using TourTalk devices to hear every word of the history.
Take home an authentic souvenir Glencairn whisky tasting glass to commemorate your 2-hour journey into the world of connoisseurship.

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£40

Edinburgh Castle on Castle Rock, Scotland, with visitors enjoying a whiskey tasting experience.

Visitors walking near the Ross Fountain with Edinburgh Castle in the background.

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Visitors walking towards the Esplanade Entrance of Edinburgh Castle, Scotland.

Prisoner hammocks inside Edinburgh Castle's war room.

Royal Palace and Scottish National War Memorial at Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh, Scotland.

Visitors listening to a guide during the Scotch Whisky Experience Silver Tour.

Interactive exhibit with people seated in a room with immersive ocean visuals, Scotland.

Combo (Save 5%): Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour + The Silver Tour - Scotch Whisky Experience

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45 min

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Make the most of your time in Edinburgh with this exceptional-value combo, seamlessly pairing Edinburgh Castle with The Scotch Whisky Experience while enjoying a 5% saving.
Step back through centuries of history at Edinburgh Castle on a 45-minute expert-led walking tour, uncovering stories of monarchs, sieges, and enduring legends.
After your guided introduction, take time to explore the castle at your own pace—admire the Scottish Crown Jewels, visit St. Margaret’s Chapel, and take in views from Castle Rock.
Continue your journey at The Scotch Whisky Experience with the 50-minute Silver Tour, where you’ll discover the craft behind Scotland’s national drink and enjoy a guided tasting.
Explore more with multilingual audio guides available in 20 languages, and take home a crystal souvenir tasting glass to round off your experience in style.

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Make the most of your time in Edinburgh with this exceptional-value combo, seamlessly pairing Edinburgh Castle with The Scotch Whisky Experience while enjoying a 5% saving.
Step back through centuries of history at Edinburgh Castle on a 45-minute expert-led walking tour, uncovering stories of monarchs, sieges, and enduring legends.
After your guided introduction, take time to explore the castle at your own pace—admire the Scottish Crown Jewels, visit St. Margaret’s Chapel, and take in views from Castle Rock.
Continue your journey at The Scotch Whisky Experience with the 50-minute Silver Tour, where you’ll discover the craft behind Scotland’s national drink and enjoy a guided tasting.
Explore more with multilingual audio guides available in 20 languages, and take home a crystal souvenir tasting glass to round off your experience in style.

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£60.80

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Victorian characters in a dimly lit alley at Edinburgh Dungeon.

Visitors in The Edinburgh Dungeon Courtroom during a guided tour, interacting with a judge character.

Tourists experiencing the eerie Kirkyard scene at The Edinburgh Dungeon in Scotland.

Guide leading visitors on a sensory journey through Scotland with autumn backdrop.

Combo (Save 5%): Edinburgh Dungeon + Scotch Whisky Experience Tickets

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50 min

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Tour two major attractions with one ticket—chilling Scottish tales followed by whisky education and tastings, all sorted in a single booking.
At The Edinburgh Dungeon, meet plague doctors, Burke and Hare, and witches across live shows and eerie effects. Great for ages eight and up.
Enjoy a 50-minute guided journey through Scotland’s regional distilling traditions and craftsmanship, ending with a keepsake glass to take home.

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Tour two major attractions with one ticket—chilling Scottish tales followed by whisky education and tastings, all sorted in a single booking.
At The Edinburgh Dungeon, meet plague doctors, Burke and Hare, and witches across live shows and eerie effects. Great for ages eight and up.
Enjoy a 50-minute guided journey through Scotland’s regional distilling traditions and craftsmanship, ending with a keepsake glass to take home.

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£38

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Visitors exploring Mary Queen of Scots Bedchamber at the Palace of Holyroodhouse.

Holyrood Abbey ruins at the Palace of Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh, with Arthur's Seat in the background.

Kings Bedchamber with ornate canopy bed and tapestries at the Palace of Holyroodhouse.

Royal Dining Room at the Palace of Holyroodhouse with ornate table settings and portraits.

Mary Queen of Scots Bedchamber with ornate canopy bed and paintings at the Palace of Holyroodhouse.

Visitors exploring the courtyard of the Palace of Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh.

Combo (Save 5%): Palace of Holyroodhouse Tickets + Scotch Whisky Experience Silver Tour

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Book one flexible combo ticket for entry to the historic Palace of Holyroodhouse, The King's Scottish residence, and the Silver Tour at The Scotch Whisky Experience.
Save significantly compared to purchasing two separate attraction tickets, ensuring you maximise your budget on two of Edinburgh's cultural experiences.
Enjoy maximum flexibility by visiting both sites on the same day or on separate days, based on your itinerary.
Explore the Palace's dramatic locations, including the historic chambers of Mary, Queen of Scots, a site of murder and intrigue, with context from your multilingual audioguide.
At the Whisky Experience, admire the world's largest Scotch collection with a multilingual audioguide, and finish with a guided tasting and a crystal glass to take home.

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Book one flexible combo ticket for entry to the historic Palace of Holyroodhouse, The King's Scottish residence, and the Silver Tour at The Scotch Whisky Experience.
Save significantly compared to purchasing two separate attraction tickets, ensuring you maximise your budget on two of Edinburgh's cultural experiences.
Enjoy maximum flexibility by visiting both sites on the same day or on separate days, based on your itinerary.
Explore the Palace's dramatic locations, including the historic chambers of Mary, Queen of Scots, a site of murder and intrigue, with context from your multilingual audioguide.
At the Whisky Experience, admire the world's largest Scotch collection with a multilingual audioguide, and finish with a guided tasting and a crystal glass to take home.

from £47

£44.65

5% off

People seated in a room with immersive ocean visuals, Scotland exhibit.

Ghostly figure in a dimly lit alley during Extreme Paranormal Activity Tour.

Tour guide leading a group on an Extreme Paranormal Activity Tour in a dimly lit alley.

Masked figure in historical attire in a dimly lit stone room, part of Extreme Paranormal Activity Tour.

Victorian-era actor in makeup and costume in a dimly lit underground setting for paranormal tour.

Historic street at night with illuminated buildings on the Extreme Paranormal Activity Tour.

Combo (Save 5%): Edinburgh Underground Ghost Tour + The Silver Tour - Scotch Whisky Experience

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50 min

Audio guide

Enjoy excellent value with this combo ticket that lets you save 5% while experiencing a journey through the world of Scotch whisky and a chilling ghost tour.
Step into the shadows on an underground ghost tour through Edinburgh’s Old Town, including infamous sites like the South Bridge vaults, with an expert local guide.
Visit the Greyfriars Kirkyard, known for paranormal sightings and the touching story of Greyfriars Bobby, the loyal dog who stood guard at his owner's grave for years.
Begin your adventure at The Scotch Whisky Experience, where you’ll unlock the secrets behind Scotland’s whisky-making process, with multilingual audio guides.
Under expert guidance, you’ll sample a dram of fine single malt or blended whisky. Plus, get a crystal whisky tasting glass to take home.

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Enjoy excellent value with this combo ticket that lets you save 5% while experiencing a journey through the world of Scotch whisky and a chilling ghost tour.
Step into the shadows on an underground ghost tour through Edinburgh’s Old Town, including infamous sites like the South Bridge vaults, with an expert local guide.
Visit the Greyfriars Kirkyard, known for paranormal sightings and the touching story of Greyfriars Bobby, the loyal dog who stood guard at his owner's grave for years.
Begin your adventure at The Scotch Whisky Experience, where you’ll unlock the secrets behind Scotland’s whisky-making process, with multilingual audio guides.
Under expert guidance, you’ll sample a dram of fine single malt or blended whisky. Plus, get a crystal whisky tasting glass to take home.

from £44

£41.80

5% off

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What our guests say

Cheryl M

United Kingdom

Group

2 weeks ago

What a laugh we had. The actors keep it all going to well. Thats my 4th visit over the last 7 years and I love how its been different each time We pre booked on line as it saves quite a bit of money

Combo: Edinburgh Dungeon + Scotch Whisky Experience Tickets

Joel R

United Kingdom

Family

3 weeks ago

Edinburgh Dungeon. I wasn't expecting much; some cheezy, tourist trip. WRONG. WRONG. WRONG. Edinburgh Dungeon is great fun. The front of house staff are excellent and the performers working the various scenes are an absolute riot! We went with our two boys, aged 10 & 12, and sure, each found this or that scene a bit intense, but nothing traumatizing. Just a lot of fun while learning the horrible facts of life in "Auld Reekie" during the Middle Ages. For those unfamiliar, this isn't just a haunted house experience with jump scares. It is 10 (I think, 10) well-written and performed scenarios from the darker history of the city. A solid 80-plus minutes of genuine scares as you're guided from room to room, spending time at a suspect surgery, a plague-infested street, a witch trial and a haunted mansion (my favorite), among others. And don't say you weren't warned about the leeches.... A blast and a real memory for the family.

Combo: Edinburgh Dungeon + Scotch Whisky Experience Tickets

Raman J

Couple

3 weeks ago

I loved the fact that the guide shared lots of stories with us—ones you can’t read on the signs—that are part of the city’s legends and history.

Combo: Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour + The Silver Tour - Scotch Whisky Experience

Gaurav K

India

Family

3 weeks ago

Edinburgh Castle rises above the city like a memory carved in stone—commanding, timeless, and quietly magnificent. Perched atop Castle Rock, its presence feels less like a monument and more like a living witness to centuries of Scottish history. Approaching it, you’re met not just with architecture, but with atmosphere: the wind carries stories, and every step along the esplanade feels deliberate, almost ceremonial. What makes the experience truly elegant is the balance between grandeur and intimacy. The sweeping views over Edinburgh are breathtaking, yet within the castle walls, there are moments of stillness—chapels, chambers, and quiet corners that invite reflection. The Crown Jewels glitter with restrained opulence, while the Stone of Destiny holds a deeper, almost spiritual significance. The castle does not overwhelm with excess; instead, it reveals itself gradually. Its aged stone, weathered yet dignified, speaks of resilience rather than decay. Even the famous One O’Clock Gun, with its sharp interruption of silence, feels like a poetic reminder of time’s passage rather than a mere spectacle. In essence, Edinburgh Castle is not simply a destination—it is an experience of presence. It captures the soul of Scotland with understated grace, leaving visitors not just impressed, but profoundly moved.

Combo: Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour + The Silver Tour - Scotch Whisky Experience

Jodi J

Couple

3 weeks ago

+4 more

This was amazing. If you get to Edinburgh don't missnout on this place. Holyrood Palace is just stunning. The staff was so informative and helpful.

Combo: Palace of Holyroodhouse Tickets + Scotch Whisky Experience Silver Tour

Marija D

Croatia

Couple

Apr 2026

+3 more

We had an amazing time, audio was incredible, the gardens are perfect, romantic, everything was on top, after the tour we had great coffee and amazing Carroll cake

Combo: Palace of Holyroodhouse Tickets + Scotch Whisky Experience Silver Tour

Chuang P

Taiwan

Solo

5 days ago

Our guide, Mr Biggs, is very professional, acknowledgeable and with great humour. An entertaining and educational trip. Highly recommended! If you stay only fir one night, this is the trip you cannot miss!

Combo: Edinburgh Underground Ghost Tour + The Silver Tour - Scotch Whisky Experience

Valeria M

Couple

3 weeks ago

An immersive tour—incredibly captivating. Just like the whiskey we were served. Ewan was wonderful, engaging, and friendly. This experience exceeded all expectations—congratulations.

The Scotch Whisky Experience Tours & Tastings