Whisky Tours · BELFAST
Belfast lost its distilleries and has spent ten years getting them back. These 12 cover McConnell’s and Titanic Distillers in the old pump-house, priced and timed with the tasting spelled out.
Join an English-speaking host at McConnell’s Distillery in Belfast’s former Crumlin Road Gaol. Learn how a Belfast whisky brand founded in 1776 returned to production, see the distilling process, and taste a welcome drink, five-year whisky, sherry-cask whisky, and new make.
“Awesome tour with a guide Gerald who not only knew his Whisky but also knows people. Recommended this to any one.”
Step inside Belfast’s historic Titanic Pumphouse for a one-hour guided tour with an English-speaking guide. Learn how dock engineering shaped the site, see the working distillery, and finish with Irish whiskey and vodka tastings. Guides such as Brian, Johnny, and Dominique are known for lively storytelling.
“Amazing Tour with an enthusiastic guide who was passionate about the history and future of the distillery.”
Tour McConnell’s modern distillery in the restored A-Wing of Crumlin Road Gaol with an English-speaking guide such as Sam, Amanda, or Aisling. Learn how Belfast whisky is made, sample a welcome drink and three McConnell’s pours when selected, then browse the shop or stay for a café drink.
“A really cool experience, our guide Gerald was fantastic. An tremendous place and a amazing whisky ! 🔥”
Spend two hours with an English-speaking guide at Titanic Distillers, where Belfast shipbuilding meets modern whiskey making. Descend 66 steps into Titanic’s former graving dock, hear stories from guides such as Brian, Johnny, and Callum, taste whiskey and vodka, and finish with a cocktail.
“The place is full of history, closely connected to Belfast, its people and giant ships. It's worth visiting even if you are not into whiskey, the tour tells a lot about the city itself. Brian is an excellent guide and a really keen whiskey lover, his tour made my day!”
Spend about four hours in Belfast’s Titanic Quarter with a guide such as Petra, Nicky, Marty, or Shirley. Tour Titanic Belfast, enter SS Nomadic, walk to Titanic Distillers in the old pumphouse, and sample Irish spirits. Expect stairs, cobbles, and plenty of walking.
“As always with Viator the best guides who do a great job and really seem to love their job. We learned so much today and had a time together.”
Spend about an hour inside Belfast’s historic Thompson Dock Pumphouse with a guide from the Titanic Distillers team, including Johno. Learn how whiskey and vodka are made, hear why Belfast’s whiskey trade disappeared, and finish with a sensory tasting of Irish spirits.
“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.”
From Belfast, Adrian guides your private group of up to four along the Antrim coast. You’ll visit Carrickfergus Castle, Torr Head, the Dark Hedges, Dunluce Castle, the Giant’s Causeway, and Bushmills Distillery, with pickup from your chosen location.
“Bushmills distillery tour, hands down! And the Causeway, even though it was pouring rain. The castle tour was well done as well. We had a great time!”
Travel from Belfast with an English-speaking guide to Dunluce Castle, the Giant’s Causeway, and the Dark Hedges, then finish at Titanic Distillers in Thompson Dock for a whiskey tour and tasting. Guides such as Noel and Quiggs add local stories, music, and humor along the way.
“Brilliant tour and our guide was exceptional, spoke in native Irish, sang and played pipes for us, he made the whole day an unforgettable experience”
Spend 3.5 hours with a local guide at Titanic Belfast, the original Thompson Dock, and Titanic Distillers. Meet at Dock Café, hear shipyard stories, explore SS Nomadic, and taste Irish spirits in the old Pumphouse. Guides such as Brian, Nicola, and Fiona bring plenty of local detail and humor.
“The tour was fabulous. Nicky was our guide. She was very well spoken, knowledgeable, & helpful. Thanks to her, after our tour, we were able to find ALL 6 of the Glass of Thrones. Brian was our whiskey tasting guide. He was funny, helpful, & knowledgeable. We learned so much!”
Travel from Belfast to Giant’s Causeway, Dunluce Castle, the Dark Hedges, and Titanic Distillers. You get about two hours at the coast, a short castle photo stop, and a guided distillery visit with sensory tasting. The tour runs in English and includes attraction fees.
“this tour was okay, however a some of the stops were just to see a sight from a far distance and i have no idea why anyone would want that - i would prefer fewer sights but more time/closer view to interact and really BE there. Also the tour guide had some good insights and stories, but talked most of the time hindering the ability to talk to my seat mate. Also, nearer the end he mainly talked about his political and environmental views which seemed a bit soap boxy to me. Otherwise it was a fairly good trip and the giants causeway was nice, and the titanic museum was…”
Meet Sam above Hearth Bar on Belfast’s Upper Newtownards Road for five single-cask, single-malt whiskey pours from Scotland, Ireland, and beyond. This one-hour English-language tasting is limited to seven people, with extra drams available to buy.
“Sam was a great host, interesting and very knowledgeable. We tasted 5 excellent whiskies and had an excellent evening. Highly recommend.”
Travel from Belfast with a private chauffeur-guide, including Adrian, in an executive vehicle for a flexible North Coast day. Visit Carrickfergus Castle, Giant’s Causeway, Bushmills Distillery, Dunluce Castle, Carrick-a-Rede viewpoints, and the Dark Hedges, with entry fees included.
“This tour was great! Adrian was very accommodating despite us booking last minute and he customized the tour to our group’s interests.”
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