The Scotch Whisky Experience

5 Star Whisky tourist attraction in central Edinburgh. Guided whisky tours, onsite specialist whisky shop and award-winning Amber Restaurant and Whisky Bar.

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354 Castlehill (Royal Mile) Edinburgh City of Edinburgh EH1 2NE United Kingdom

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OJ Brat

Ok, so the Disney-like tour through the history of whisky might be a bit phony. However, it all makes sense when you find yourself viewing Arthur's Seat with a flight board of whiskies to savor. Oh my

Sophie Ooh My World

The visit at the SWE is very entertaining and it is a good place to learn the basics of the whisky . I would recommend the silver tour , the gold tour is 10 pounds more expensive for a 2nd tasting only

T N

Whisky : a great learning experience for those new and even those who already appreciate a wee dram. Museum at the end of the tour is astounding. Don't forget to enjoy the view and a drink at the bar .

Justin H

Very fun way to learn about the greatest liquid on the planet. The in depth explanation of the different regions was incredibly enlightening. If you can, do a dinner with whisky pairing. Delicious!

Luis Castedo

Wow!! A must if you're a Scotch Whisky aficionado. If you know or think you know some about Scotch , you'll still learn a lot and have a chance to try different regions of Scotch

Cenk Gümüşcüoğlu

Try the Whisky masterclass, it's a compact Whisky tour with Whisky tasting . And you'll be able to see the biggest Scotch Whisky collection in the world.

Ricky Gower

The ride to start is a quick, easy introduction to whiskey distilling, knowledgeable guides take you on a journey through the history and geography afterwards. Whiskey tasting is a great inclusion

Rick A.

Good short tour on how whiskey is made, with the different regions and tastes. Best is the end were you try the whiskey yourself (gold tour ).

Oli Edis

If you like whiskey then this is for you. Do the gold package tour as that comes with 5 samples vs the silver which has just one. Also the whiskey store is amazing!

Michelle Yu-Kim

Go for the Gold or Platinum Tour ! The World's Largest Scotch Whisky collection which houses 3500 individual bottles ????????

Stellaa Duhart

We did the silver tour . I would recommend doing the gold because you get to try the 4 varieties of whiskey . It's a very nice experience that involves knowledge and fun.

Alèxia Solé

We went one rainy day, and it was perfect! I found it very interesting and entertaining. It really pays the visit. BTW, you will have the chance to try a shot of whisky .

Isobel Esterhuysen

Everything you need to know on making single malt whisky and the different flavours from the different whisky regions in Scotland. Also very entertaining! If Michael is your guide!

Shane Dudfield

Great intro to whisky , would recommend trying a flight to get an overview and then moving on to a local spot to enjoy a more authentic tasting

Minh Dang-Nguyen

Had a good experience to discover Scotch whisky . Silver tour comes with a dram for sampling. There's a discount for students so have your ID

Sandy Pierson

We just completed our tour with Lillian and she was amazing! Currently earning our membership into The Scottish Whisky Society. Would highly recommended.

Cenk Gümüşcüoğlu

A must-see in Edinburgh. Serves a compressed info-tour about Scotch whisky . The virtual tour is kind of childish but the tasting and gifts were well worth the amount we paid.

Nes Temizkan

The Sample room was a-ma-zing! The collection and the talk was fantastic! A must see place

Angel Anderson

2x a year there's a distillers fair on the top floor. Visit on one of those days, your silver tour ticket comes with free entry (and more tastings!) to the distillers fair ! Check for those dates.

Jörgen F

Amazing collection of whisky in this place. Every bottle is unopened, one of the best collection in the world.

Tyler Tanner

It may seem like a tourist trap, but the staff is patient and knowledgable . If your on the fence about a particular one, the bar downstairs has most of what they offer. Had a really good experience.

Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts

Visit the new Scotch Whisky Experience for a sensational journey! Take a swirling, bubbling barrel ride through a replica distillery as you become part of the whisky making process.

ibis

Great experience! Take the gold tour and enjoy 4 additional whisky at the end. Absolutely recommended.

Matte Photography

Amazing whisky !!! Awesome staff and bar . Food is top! Highly recommend for weddings and events aswell. If you need a wedding photographer for this venue contact Matt @ www.mattephotography.co.uk

Duncan Birch

Pretty good attraction . Good starter to scotch whiskey , go for the gold option, much better value

Sebastien Rothlisberger

They make you taste one whisky and you can keep the Glencairn glass! Take the Gold tour to have 4 additional whisky at the end!

Olivier Been

Great place to visit (even if you don't drink Scotch ) friendly staff . Loads of info about scotch whisky and of course THE BIGGEST SCOTCH WHISKY COLLECTION IN THE WORLD!!

Gokhan Ordu

I had this tour twice, take golden one. It worths the money difference. Also try a new whisky among a very large selection.

Social News Network

Even if you're not the biggest fan of whisky , this guided tour will have you craving it by the end. One of the coolest experiences in Edinburgh!

Kostas Staveris

Great tour , very friendly staff , we took the silver tour and if you want , you can try more after your tasting ..

L.V

The bar has an amazing choice and the barman is great, he knows exactly what to give you according to your tastes.

Jake Olenick

Gimmicky tour , but very informative. Gold tour is £11 more than silver, but 4 additional whiskies (much cheaper than mini bottles or drams in pubs )

Jordi Gerona

Super smart, nice and gentle people. You'll learn about different zones where wiskhy is made. You'll get a beautiful wiskhy tasting glass.

Richard Van Peebles

Pay for the Gold tour . You won't be disappointed. Great guide learnt so much. Ended up drunk ????????

Danilo Venticinque

A great introduction to Scotch Whisky for the uninitiated, and a worthy learning experience for the malt fans. Treat yourself to the gold tour .

Rikard Nordlund

Great introduction to Scottish whisky . Don't miss out on the smelling and tasting parts.

Stuart Wall

If you want to try a blended whisky and have bought the gold tour try it in the first tasting room . It's not offered later as one of your 4 samples.

Nassos Conqueso

Great experience! We really enjoyed it! If only the Gold ticket was slightly less expensive , it would have been great!

Paul Durrant

Brilliant tour guides all very knowledgeable and very friendly . Worth the tour for the fantastic bar and Whisky shop after

Jess Talbot

Great experience. Also got to taste some whisky and keep the glass!

Benjamin Whiting

The whisky tasting downstairs is great fun. And the shop could put a serious dent in a wallet.

Lesley Cheung

Platinum tour is pretty good for the price - they include whisky tasting (as well as a presentation) and give you gift bags afterwards!

Eric Boschman

simply outstanding ! service, suggestion, experience, athmosphère, nothing to ad, it was a great moment !

Alexis van Dam

Awesome must visit. You'll experience the making of whisky . Be sure to preorder your tickets online

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André Martins

Very good! Don't miss the tasting experience!

Zach Stockwell

Gold tour is great value and silver tour not worth the money. Go gold!

Margrit Ambrosio

The tour gives you a basic knowledge of Scotch whisky . Very nice. We had a great guide

Andrea Leoni

Enjoyed the tour , quite interesting. Try some extra tasting. The shop might be a bit pricey for whiskey , though.

Anuroop Haridas

A must visit if you are in Scotland. Once you visit you'll be enjoying whisky at an entirely new level.

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