Belfast: McConnell's - Belfast's Newest Distillery Experience
At a glance
Belfast: McConnell's - Belfast's Newest Distillery Experience is a 1h guided experience in Belfast, Northern Ireland, operated by McConnell’s Distillery and Visitor Experience. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 446 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $21.53 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Activity includes a welcome drink, McConnell's 5 Year, McConnell's Sherry Cask and some 'new make', straight off the stills., Insight into the distillation process and the history of McConnell’s, Guided tour of McConnell’s Distillery.
Highlights
- Rated 5.0/5 by 446 travellers
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 1h
- Group
- Small group, up to 24 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Explore our distillery, launched following the transformation of A Wing at Crumlin Road Gaol, taking you on a behind the scenes tour of our state-of-the-art distillery set against an historic background.
Learn about the revival of a proud Belfast Born brand, before sampling our award-winning whiskies and ‘new make’ which has been produced on site, straight off the stills.
What's included
What's included
- Activity includes a welcome drink, McConnell's 5 Year, McConnell's Sherry Cask and some 'new make', straight off the stills.
- Insight into the distillation process and the history of McConnell’s
- Guided tour of McConnell’s Distillery
- Welcome drink on arrival
- Access to the distillery visitor experience
Not included
- Tips & Gratuities
- Food and snacks
- Additional drinks or purchases from the bar or shop
Itinerary
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Step into the transformed A-Wing of Crumlin road Gaol, Belfast to taste McConnell's -award-winning Irish Whisky. Explore the distillery that celebrates its past, present and future.
The most atmospheric distillery setting in Ireland welcomes you to meet the brand born in 1776 that is now placing Belfast firmly back on the global whisky map. Opened in 2024, the stunning transformation of a former Victorian prison wing offers more than just tours with a fantastic shop, cafe and bar.
Sample our globally award-winning 5 Year Series - our signature, our sherry cask finish and our new-make straight off the stills, right here in Belfast.
Meeting point
No meet up point. Please check in at the main reception desk on arrival at the Distillery.
You will find us at A-Wing, Crumlin Road Gaol.
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Alcoholic beverage (18+ older) restrictions applies.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Belfast: McConnell's - Belfast's Newest Distillery Experience take?
The experience lasts about 1h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $21.53 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Activity includes a welcome drink, McConnell's 5 Year, McConnell's Sherry Cask and some 'new make', straight off the stills.; Insight into the distillation process and the history of McConnell’s; Guided tour of McConnell’s Distillery; Welcome drink on arrival; Access to the distillery visitor experience.
Where does it start?
No meet up point. Please check in at the main reception desk on arrival at the Distillery. You will find us at A-Wing, Crumlin Road Gaol.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 446 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Belfast.
