Customer sampling McConnell's Irish Whisky at the distillery.

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Explore Belfast's newest distillery at the transformed A-Wing of Crumlin Road Gaol.

Guided by expert hosts, come behind the scenes to learn about a brand born in Belfast in 1776, restored for the 21st century. You’ll find out why McConnell’s is so proud of its Belfast beginnings and hear how the city is woven into the creation of every bottle. You'll love exploring the transformed gaol, getting up close to the distilling process and, of course, finishing with a tasting of McConnell's award-winning Irish whisky.

Alongside the tours, McConnell’s Distillery offers a curated shopping experience, café and bar – plus a unique cocktail experience in its specially created suite, The Long Serve Bar. Mix-up long serves and delicious McConnell’s cocktails like a pro with our resident mixologists.

Open daily for tours and visits. Book now at mcconnellsirishwhisky.com

Where to find them: McConnell' Distillery is situated in the A-Wing of the Crumlin Road Gaol. If driving from Belfast city centre, follow the brown signs to the Crumlin Road Gaol, continue past the Gaol on your right hand side, take the first right after the GO garage onto Clifton Park Avenue, take the next right into the Gaol carpark and continue straight down to the bottom carpark. You’ll see the entrance way marked by McConnell’s green barrels.

Best Bark Approved.

Guide Prices

SIGNATURE TOUR: From £23
Monday-Sunday:
12.00, 13.30, 15.00, 17.00

CONNOISSEUR TOUR: From £46
Daily: 16.00

COCKTAIL EXPERIENCE: From £45
Thursday & Friday: 17.00
Saturday & Sunday: 13.00

AFTERNOON TEA: From £42
Every Saturday and Sunday, 12-3.30pm

Cafe/Bar and shop: Free to visit and open daily from 10.30am

Facilities

Accessibility

  • Activities accessible for visitors with disabilities
  • Designated parking provided for guests with disabilities
  • Guide dogs permitted
  • Ramp / Level Access
  • Ramp to main entrance
  • Toilets for disabled visitors

Catering

  • Bar
  • Cafe
  • Gluten Free Options Available
  • Licensed
  • Local Produce

Establishment Features

  • Accept coach parties
  • Cater for Corporate events
  • Cater for individuals
  • Conference facilities
  • Gift vouchers
  • Groups accepted
  • Groups catered for
  • Guided Tours Available
  • Lift/Elevator
  • Toilets

Event Facilities

  • Booking Required

Parking & Transport

  • Car parking
  • Coach parking
  • Frequent bus services
  • On site parking
  • Parking (free)
  • Station nearby

Payment Methods

  • All major credit/debit cards accepted

Provider Preferences

  • In town/city centre
  • Indoor Attraction

Map & Directions

McConnell’s Distillery

Type:Brewery/Distillery Tour

Crumlin Road Gaol, 53-55 Crumlin Road, Belfast, Antrim, BT14 6ST

Tel: 028 9590 2929

Awards

  • Belfast AwardsBest Bark Approved Best Bark Approved

Opening Times

Open Christmas
Open New Year

* Annual closure days:
24 & 25 December
1 January

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