The Scotch Whisky Experience in Edinburgh, City of

It is a very nice experience. There are different tour types. The silver tour takes about 1 hour. It is a great place visually. It talks about whiskey production and its history. The explanations and presentations in English are very nice. There are 20 language options but unfortunately there is no Turkish. I hope the Turkish language option is added. If you have come here, I recommend you to experience it.

Aiden was an enthusiastic tour guide. He was very knowledgeable and funny.

Excellent whisky experience- informative, immersive and fun. We went with kids and they also loved it (especially the Irn Bru tasting). Selection, and knowledge, of whisky was great

Beautiful explanations on the history and making of Whiskey! A great experience, punctuated by the tasting of the Whiskey (Single or Blended) whose taste suits us best. The tasting glass is offered to us as a souvenir. Very nice collection of bottles.

Buy in advance to help make a more seamless experience. Guide was knowledgeable. The experience was really fun! Quick but lots of information.

Excellent experience. Learn something new about whiskey, and get new tastes

A huge selection of whiskey for every taste and budget. Competent and responsive consultants who will help you choose a drink for yourself or as a gift, even if you don’t know anything about whiskey.

This is a must visit for anyone visiting Scotland for the very first time. Come enjoy the historical records or how Scottish finest whisky has been preserved from generations to date. A tour in this wonderful location some few steps away from the Edinburgh Castle as well.

Terrible customer service. We were signed up to do a tour in the evening but had news of a family death, so of course didn’t make the tour. As we were flying out of edinburgh the day after, we called and asked for a refund for the tickets. I understand the conditions that tickets are usually non refundable, but surely the company could have some heart and make an exception when there is such tragic news that prevents people from continuing their tourist plans. Absolutely ridiculous that the people over the phone were so rude and had no empathy whatsoever for our family. This company is stealing peoples money and do not care of anything happened to you, no consideration, just heartless.

was very interesting to learn about the processes behind distilling and the history of whiskey, Sy our booze guide was very knowledgeable and friendly! the whiskey vault was fascinating to see and understanding how much the environment affects the final product is amazing, the only problem is i wish the booze measures were much, much bigger ;) but deffo would recommend to people visiting

Matthew who led the tasting is very professional and passionate. This was felt despite my miserable English. Thank you for this discovery. I highly recommend you!

Very good experience, tasting 5 different whiskies, a history of whiskey in Scotland, Matthew is a smiling and very professional guide, the passion for whiskey is felt everywhere and it's simply great. Take the gold ticket, it's definitely worth it.

A very nice experience to try. It's not a tourist trap at all . The animations to explain manufacturing are of high quality. The person who led the workshop was very nice. Being able to discover whiskeys from each major Scottish region means you are not stuck on just one distillery. There is something for all taste buds. I recommend++

Visit with an audio guide in French then tasting of a whiskey of your choice at the end. A little complicated sometimes to understand everything between the audio box and the guide who speaks in English at the same time. On the other hand, the audiovisual staging is very nice, it is dynamic and interactive.

We had a wonderful time going from whiskey amateurs to having a full understanding of Scotland's whiskey regions and the factors which contribute to flavour and texture. It was a feast of the senses and a full multimedia experience, even if you don't drink. An absolute must visit!

We visited for the whisky experience and the Taste of Scotland dining. I will preface by saying that we don't often drink alcohol, and especially not neat spirits. However, we thoroughly enjoyed our evening. Our host, Dani, did an excellent job taking us through the experience, explaining the history of whisky in Scotland and how to taste the whisky and describe what we are tasting and smelling. Whisky is not for us, but that did not lessen the experience in any way. The food after the tour was very good. I went in with fairly low expectations and with the idea that it would be a bit gimmicky/a tourist trap, but the quality was superb. A personal highlight was the haggis. I'm a big fan of haggis and get it wherever I can and the one used here was up there with the best I've had. I highly recommend both experiences.

Great tour, very interesting. Staff is lovely. Recommend!

Truly incredible experience for anyone wanting to learn more about whisky. Whether you drink it neat or have never tried, this tour will teach you something you didn’t know before you entered. The staff are so well educated and are the experience. If you like whisky or are looking to get a taste of Scotland (that isn’t haggis) I cannot recommend the gold tour (with tasting) enough!

Excellent place if you want to learn about the whiskey process and the types that can be found in Scotland.

Nice tour, feels a bit rushed but otherwise fine.

I've had the pleasure of visiting The Scotch Whisky Experience twice now, and on both occasions, Isabella was my tour guide. She was incredibly attentive, with an extensive knowledge of whisky and Scotland’s many distilleries. Her passion for the craft shone through in every detail, making the tour both engaging and informative. The experience itself is so fun—it takes you on an immersive journey through the whisky-making process, from the pure Scottish water to the final golden spirit. I opted for the Silver Tour, which includes a guided tasting at the end. You get to choose from five different regional whiskies—Lowlands, Highlands, Speyside, Islay, and Campbeltown. If you're unsure which to pick, the knowledgeable staff are always on hand to offer a personalised recommendation. When asking for recommendations at the bar, Isabella had an incredible knack for understanding individual tastes and guiding you toward the perfect dram. Matthew and Dale were also a huge help—friendly, approachable, and full of great insights about different whiskies. The staff truly make the experience unforgettable, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The Scotch Whisky Experience has built an excellent team, and their passion and expertise shine through at every step.

This was my first time learning about how whiskey is made, let alone trying scotch, and the tour did an excellent job illuminating the entire process. You even get to keep a dram as a souvenir! After the tour I was fortunate enough to be served at the bar by Dale and Jackson. They were super personable and easy to talk to! They were also knowledgeable enough to tailor a set of whiskies to my liking (as shown in the images below), based on where my friends and I had been in Scotland so far. This was my first time in Edinburgh and Scotland, and their effort and warm personalities made this visit extra special! This definitely warrants another visit!

Absolutely amazing experience, couldn't fault it from beginning to conclusion. All the staff were exceptional, incredibly friendly and welcoming. Their knowledge of Scotch whiskey was phenomenal. We had a great evening. The tasting was wonderful to experience whiskeys from different regions and the process of its creation. The food deserved an accolade also, it was delicious! Whether you like whiskey or not if you're in Edinburgh this is a must! Special thanks to Ross and Andrew they both made our evening one to remember.

Anika was an amazing guide. Make sure to get the tasting with her!

My sister and I visited just to pass the time before our hotel opened. We did the silver experience which is a 55 minute tour with 1 drink and costs £24. We aren’t really connoisseurs of scotch or anything, but we learned a lot on this tour and really enjoyed ourselves. We really liked the scotch we drank too and they let you keep the glass. Overall a really good experience, and a big shoutout to our tour guide Caroline, she answered all of our questions, even the dumb ones.

We recently visited the scotch whisky experience and thoroughly enjoyed our tour and tasting. Our guide Aiden was both knowledgeable and funny. The whisky tasting was interesting and we learned a lot. Would happily recommend to others.

Great place, the visits and explanations are appreciated. The guides are very smiling and funny! I recommend even if I don't like whiskey.

Thank you for the enthusiastic tour Markus! This is a really good tour, really well developed, and a must visit if you like whisky. I finally understand why I like certain whiskys (Islay) better than others (Highlands), so that's also good to know in the future.

If you visit Edinburgh, The Scotch Whisky Experience is a must. You will have the ability to see the largest whisky collection in the world, learn basic information regarding whisky and taste samples from different whisky regions.

If you visit Edinburgh, it's one of the must see places. Warning: if you choose the gold tour, be prepared for drinking lots of whiskies.

very interesting and lovely tour by Aiden, thanks again :)

Our guide Darcey was amazing. She knew some interesting details not many are aware of and helped me pick the perfect whisky ! She is a 100% keeper and I am coming back with my team

I was let straight in without having pre-booked. Unfortunately I only liked it and didn't love it because the microphone kept cutting off and made it very annoying and hard to understand what was being said. Loved the whisky tasting 👍🥃 and learned a lot about whisky in general.

Visited today 26th March - Robyn was great at taking us through the entire experience. I would recommend visiting

Wonderful experience, we have a comprehensive understanding about whisky. They sell varieties of whisky too. Price are reasonable compared to other whisky shop

Really great! The CGI videos were a little cheesy but the staff was great and I wish it was more of the guided tastings instead of the videos. Everyone was so friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable

Nice presentations and visuals, immersive experience

I did the Gold tour and i loved every second of it! It's well worth the money. You get a clear and interactive explanation on the history of Scotch whisky and how it's made and you get to taste not 4 but 5 scotch whisky's each from a different region. Having Freya as a guide was a blast as she was clear and funny.

A very good experience, immersive and fun. The tour is offered in several languages, which makes it easy to understand. The explanations are interesting, and you learn a lot about the production of Scotch whisky. During the tasting, you can choose between several whiskies according to your tastes. The staff is attentive and friendly.

We visited The Scotch Whisky Experience in Edinburgh during our family UK trip in August 2024, and although I'm not a fan of whisky, I absolutely loved the whole immersive experience! The tour was fun, informative, and interactive, providing a unique insight into the history and process of whisky making. Even if you're not a whisky enthusiast, it's a must-visit for anyone looking for a memorable and engaging experience in Edinburgh. Highly recommend it!

Great tour with Tara. Learned a lot, and the graphics and the space was beautiful. Would highly recommend.

We embarked on the Scotch Whiskey Experience with our awesome tour guide Tara. She was great and was really knowledgeable about whiskey. Would definitely recommend this your with her.

Absolutely wonderful experience, did the platinum tour + taste of Scotland in the amber restaurant and it was more than worth the price. Both the tasting of the Whiskey and the food was brilliant, the staff were wonderful, accommodating and really knew their stuff. Would definitely go back again.

What a fantastic visit. Learnt a lot about whiskey from our guide Msrshall.

I was not especially expecting much, thinking it would be too touristy. I actually had a great time. The whole thing is very well orchestrated, finely presented. I learned a lot on scotch whisky, and I could taste 5 different ones as a plus. Our guide was enthusiastic and really taking the group of about 20 on this journey. A must do in Edinburgh.

Marcus did an amazing job and effortlessly spoke about every aspect of Scotch Whiskey. I suspect any distillery would be lucky to have him as a brand ambassador. Bravo, thanks again!!!

Superb immersive experience booked on Getyourguide. Daniel our guide was great. I recommend for whiskey lovers. Negative point: during the tasting we chose the taste that we liked the most, but we were told that we had to make another choice because it was not available, which is unacceptable for an experience at this price, so disappointed on this point.

We had an amazing experience at The Scotch Whisky Experience today! Cobin guided us through the journey, and he truly made it special. His English was clear, and his explanations were both engaging and informative. He walked us through the history and production process of whisky step by step, with different themed rooms enhancing the experience. Thanks to Cobin’s storytelling, we enjoyed it even more than expected! With the silver ticket, you get to choose from five different whisky options—I tried number 3, and it was fantastic! The shop is also worth a visit, even just for browsing. Highly recommended for anyone interested in whisky, and a huge thank you again to Cobin for making it such a memorable experience!

A super fun experience to experience, even for non-whiskey connoisseurs or drinkers. Everything looks a bit amusement park-like, which makes the experience and learning a lot of fun. You can also taste a whiskey and not forget it. Thanks Bazle for the fun tour!

Nice entertaining tour of how Scotch is made. We were on the Silvertour and were able to try a whiskey at the end. The tour is for beginners and whiskey experts.

Robyn was brilliant and gave a great experience. She was full of knowledge and made the whole thing feel really special. I would recommend.

This is a great tour, explains all the basics of whisky making and the dram at the end rounds off a great visit.

Absolutely brilliant tour well worth the very reasonable cost. For whisky novices and experts alike! Johnnie was a great tour guide and made the whole experience even better. Thank you!

The guide Robyn was incredibly personable and gave an engaging story. The concept is great, everything is explained clearly and in a fun way. We definitely recommend the Gold Tour - where you taste all the regional whiskeys discussed during the tour and try the differences for yourself. A very pleasant 2 hours even for someone who is not a complete whiskey lover.

Excellent experience! Archie our guide was engaging, informative, and funny. The tour was immersive and the whiskey was delicious. I learned so much as well!

Enjoyed today's tour with my friend. Our guide Basil was absolutely brilliant!

Did the gold tour with Tara as our guide. Was very informative and worthwhile experience! Leaving an expert in whiskey tasting

Thank you to Tara for amazing tour! We've visited several distilleries and been on a number of tours but this was by far the best!

We had a great trip here last weekend. Heather was our guide and she knew her stuff and spent lots of time with all of the guests including spending a bit of extra time with us at the end as one of our group had just started to get into whisky. We really appreciate it and had a wonderful time! Thanks again Heather!!! I'm sure we will be back!

I wasn't sure what to expect, but it was so informative and interesting. I enjoy whisky anyway and our guide Freya was so friendly and led the guided whisky tasting really well. The whiskies on display were done so very well and many were so quirky. The 5 whiskies we tasted were well chosen as examples of their areas and my husband who isn't a big fan also really enjoyed it!

Such a great experience for a group event. We visited a few years ago now, but still remember it like it was yesterday. The most impressive collection of Scotch Whiskey available, and very accommodating for a large group. If you are planning a trip to Edinburgh, you must check it out!

Great experience, very immersive, superbly well done. Very nice and friendly staff! A MUST DO

It was ok. There were lots of cheese videos at first. The best part was at the end the lady that gave us the whisky tasting was amazing. She asked questions kept everyone involved and taught the whiskey experience and tasting. 2 stars at first, then 5 at the end.

A truly amazing experience. You learn everything about the history of whisky and more. The show effects are incredible and you feel like you're in a different world. Our guide, Cobin, was excellent and made the tour very amusing. A must do experience for all whisky lovers!

The whiskey were very good and Archie the tour guide was awesome.

Visited it on Saturday. The experience is a walking tour heavily reliant on (audio)visuals, complemented by a tour guide. A fun way to learn about the whiskey making process but in my opinion less interesting than visiting a real distillery. You get to choose one whisky to taste, which i think is not so much (compared to other tours). They used to offer more kinds to taste, but nowadays this is part of an more expensive ‘gold’ package.

We did the golden tour with Archie, the explanation was fantastic with sufficient sense of drama! Afterwards we received a thorough explanation about the whiskeys and he helped select whiskeys for us individually... the experience was great! Thank you

Amazing tour with Archie! Loved the drama and torough explanation of all the kinds of whisky's and their origins!

Highly recommend a tour or just sitting at the restaurant bar for a tasting. Bryony was a fantastic guide, teaching us about all things scotch whisky and was happy to answer any questions. We live nearby and usually just pop in for a tasting at the bar, no wait just great service and excellent whisky selections, but the tour was worth it as well.

Connor and Ella were fantastic guides. Both of them introduced the world of whiskey with great enthusiasm and passion.

We were given the opportunity to taste all the major categories of Scotch Whiskey together with a very detailed explanation of all the diferences between them and all of Scotch Whiskey history. Also our guide, Tara, was very energic, knowleageable and incredibly solar, making the experience even better. Truly great experience!

Great experience, great host. Learned a lot. Nice tasting and discovery Would recommend

Great day at the whiskey experience, this was by far and away because of the amazing work of Molly, great asset to the team! Thank you!

Ella, our guide, was an absolute don, very engaging and fun. The staff were also welcoming and the shop offered a decent selection of mini scotch bottles to try. Would definitely recommend going

Absolutely lovely experience, highly informative and really fun!

The whisky tasting tour by Scottish Whisky Tasting was incredibly well-organized and smooth from start to finish. The experience was interactive, engaging, and perfect for beginners, ensuring that everyone left with a deeper understanding of whisky and its intricate processes. A special shoutout to my guide, Bella, who did a fantastic job breaking down complex concepts into easy-to-understand explanations. Her knowledge and passion for whisky truly shone through, making the tour both educational and enjoyable. Highly recommended for anyone looking to explore the world of whisky! 🍷🥃

Had a great time, we did the Golden tour and it was super informative and a great to explore more about the world of whiskey. 2 out of the 3 werent big whiskey fans and still had a marvellous time. Freya was a great tour guide as well, very helpful and such a friendly face to make the day one to remember :)

My husband and I had booked meal in the Amber Restaurant but visited the bar beforehand. We were extremely impressed with the bar (over 500 whiskys) and the staff. Special mention to Billy Somerville who was excellent. His knowledge, enthusiasm and great recommendations made a pleasant visit into a fantastic experience. Thank you. Food was also excellent- we had Taste of Scotland Menu which was faultless.

Thank you Beki for the delightful tasting, we really enjoyed our time and the food at restaurant was spectacular!

It was a very informative and exciting experience. Unfortunately I don't remember the name of the young woman we had as a tour guide, something with B 🤔 very nice and enough whiskey to try. The dinner afterwards (which is included in the 100€ experience) was also incredibly good! Very very high quality and delicious. Clear recommendation :)

Perfect and interesting museum 🥃👌

Super fun tour. Our tour guide Dani was super nice and enthusiastic. Definitely recommended! Even if you don't like whiskey.

We didn’t do the touristy stuff but sat in the bar and tasted 6 different whiskies. Over 500 varieties of whisky. Very enjoyable experience

Very recommended tour, Archie top

We aren’t really whisky drinkers but wanted to do the tour and we are really glad we did - immersive, interesting and good value considering the taster whisky. Thanks Matthew - very knowledgable tour guide!

It was very lovely experience. The guide was very knowledgeable and attentive. I recommend getting a Gold ticket to have a nice experience and tasting of Scottish whisky and to understand the regional taste differences.

Recommended for anyone who likes whiskey or is new to whiskey. If you like whiskey, I recommend the Golden Ticket (5 glasses tasting). Contents of whiskey production and introduction are presented in a variety of ways. Easily introduced (Korean interpreter provided if necessary) Those who have completed training can receive a discount at the relevant bar by presenting their certificate of completion. There is a small discount when purchasing a bottle at the last bottle shop. (2 pounds discount on bottles) I was pleasantly surprised because the staff was friendly and answered questions well.

Archie did a fabulous job giving our tour and sharing the love of whiskey and the regions. Very informative and a fun time. Highly recommend.

I recently had the pleasure of attending a whiskey experience guided by Archie, and it was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment we arrived, Archie welcomed us warmly and set the tone for an informative and enjoyable session. The selection of whiskeys was impressive, showcasing a diverse range from different regions. Archie shared fascinating insights into the distillation process, the nuances of flavor profiles, and the history behind each whiskey. The tasting notes were detailed and engaging, making it easy to appreciate the complexities of each pour. The atmosphere was relaxed with great use of interactive visual effects. Especially appreciated the personal anecdotes and stories that brought the whiskey to life. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned enthusiast, this whiskey experience is a must. I left with a deeper appreciation for whiskey and a few new favorites to seek out. Highly recommend!

We had a wonderful time thanks to our guide Tara! They were so kind and funny and knowledgeable about whisky!! Such a fun time even though we aren’t big whisky drinkers! The front desk staff was also able to change our reservation to an earlier hour which was super helpful because we wanted to get out of the rain!

Professional audio visual experience. Visiting an actual distillery is a better use of time. Staff professional and knew their lines. Whiskeys offered were fine and a free glass given to all. If you can't visit a distillery, this is a good alternative.

We had the most fantastic time, i went because my partner is a Whisky drinker me not at all. i loved the experience to learn about the process, great interaction and the food menu chosen to finish was fantastic. great value for money. we took the scottish experience which is Platinum tour + diner i recommend 10000%.

It was a decent experience. Rather than showing the actual process or showing a real like thing, all they did was showing us a screen and kept playing videos. The pacing of serving the whiskey was also very poor, they gave one taster and depending on your plan they give more. Very I'll paced. This is an overpriced experience, wouldn't reccom.

One of the must-visit experience in Edinburgh!! Immersive audiovisual aspects and an excellent and detailed description provided by the tour guide, Evangeline. Learned about various types of scotch whiskies, how they are made and also how to appreciate them in the proper manner.

If you’re visiting Edinburgh, the Scottish Whisky Experience Tour is a must! We chose the Silver Tour since we were with our four year old and needed to be responsible adult. plus, it’s the only one that allows children. The staff took great care of us, which made both us and the other guests feel at ease. Our host was fantastic I believe her name was Laura (correct me if I’m wrong). She went above and beyond to make sure our daughter felt included and comfortable, which meant a lot to us, especially since this was her half term break. Absolutely worth every penny! P.s we took a stroller on the tour with us, which was fine.

Nice attraction, our guide (Australian) was adorable

Brilliant, really good visual tour that tells you about whiskey and Scotland. Would come again.

A fun and informative tasting experience. Massive display of unique Scotch bottles. Highly recommended.

A visit here is a must! We booked in for an afternoon gold tour. On arrival we were warmly greeted by our guide Freya. She then took us through the tour which was both interesting and informative. All tours include the opportunity to taste a whiskey, the gold tour culminates with a guided tasting of four whiskeys from the different whiskey Scottish regions. Selected to capture the very different characteristics of each region, the generous measures were talked through and enjoyed. We ended our tour with a visit to the Amber bar where once again we received a warm welcome. Staff were able to guide us towards whiskeys that we would enjoy. Bar prices were excellent, especially with regard to rare/old malts. Whilst we didn't sample the food in the restaurant it looked delicious. A special mention must go to Jim in the shop. His knowledge and enthusiasm for whiskey was excellent. He gave us great advice regarding purchases and other interesting things to do in Edinburgh. It is worth mentioning that the gold tours can sell out well in advance so pre book.

Awesome experience learning about whisky. Ella was a fantastic guide and made it fun!