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The Scotch Whisky Experience

Scotland

Booking The Scotch Whisky Experience

  • Take part in a guided tasting and learn how to spot key flavour notes across Scotland’s whisky regions.
  • See the world’s largest Scotch whisky collection up close, with over 3,300 rare and vintage bottles on display.
  • Sample from a menu of over 450 whiskies at the onsite restaurant and bar, with staff on hand to offer pairing advice.
Prices from: £24
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An immersive whisky attraction on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile, featuring guided tours, tastings, the world’s largest Scotch collection, and a whisky bar.

Times

Tours run daily from 10:00 to 18:30, last tour departs at 18:30. The Restaurant opens from 12:00 to 21:00 View all available times here

Attraction Duration

2-3 hours

Age Range

Recommended for adults

Attraction Overview

The Scotch Whisky Experience takes you on a guided tour through the story of Scotch whisky, from how it’s made to what sets each region apart. It starts with a short barrel ride through a dramatised distillery, followed by an interactive session where you explore the ingredients, geography and traditions behind whisky making. In the aroma room, you’ll identify key scents found in different whiskies before sitting down to taste one (or more) with expert guidance.

The final stop is the glass vault, home to over 3,300 bottles of Scotch, where your guide explains the history and variety behind the collection. After the tour, the Amber Restaurant & Whisky Bar offers over 450 bottles and a menu built around Scottish produce. If you’re keen to go further, upgraded tours include flights of regional whiskies or extended tastings in private rooms.

Be sure to explore...

  • A guided ride through a recreated distillery that walks you through each step of whisky production.
  • The aroma room, where you’ll match common scents to different Scotch regions.
  • A tasting session led by staff who explain flavour profiles as you sample.
  • The glowing vault containing more than 3,300 bottles, each with a story behind it.
  • Regional Scottish dishes served with optional whisky pairings at the Amber Restaurant.

How to get here

Located at the top of Edinburgh’s Royal Mile, next to Edinburgh Castle. Follow the Royal Mile uphill until you reach Castlehill, the Scotch Whisky Experience is directly beside the castle entrance.

Get here by Public Transport

Local Lothian Buses stop on George IV Bridge and North Bridge. From there, walk uphill along the Royal Mile past St Giles’ Cathedral and continue to Castlehill. The walk takes under 10 minutes.