
Belfast: McConnell's - Belfast's Newest Distillery Experience
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Is Belfast: McConnell's - Belfast's Newest Distillery Experience worth booking?
Belfast: McConnell's - Belfast's Newest Distillery Experience is a 1-hour experience in Belfast, United Kingdom, from $15 per person. It scores 87 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 5/5 rating across 424 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 87 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (424)
- Duration
- 1 hours
- From
- $15 per person
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 th
What you get
- Alcoholic beverages
- 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
About this experience
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
Included
- Alcoholic beverages
- 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
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Belfast
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.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
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.
Options you can book
Signature Tour without Tasting
Signature of McConnell's Distillery with Tasting
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- McConnell’s Distillery and Visitor Experience
Know before you go
- 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.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 10+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $15 to $25
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 148
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 87
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Belfast: McConnell's - Belfast's Newest Distillery Experience: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Belfast.
How much does Belfast: McConnell's - Belfast's Newest Distillery Experience cost?
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Prices start at $15 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Belfast usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Belfast: McConnell's - Belfast's Newest Distillery Experience take?
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Plan for about 1 hour from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Belfast is not rushed.
Is Belfast: McConnell's - Belfast's Newest Distillery Experience worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 87 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 424 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Belfast, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Belfast: McConnell's - Belfast's Newest Distillery Experience?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Belfast: McConnell's - Belfast's Newest Distillery Experience suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 10. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 1-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Belfast: McConnell's - Belfast's Newest Distillery Experience?
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Around 148 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Belfast can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Belfast and add a light layer if any part of the 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Belfast: McConnell's - Belfast's Newest Distillery Experience start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Belfast within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Belfast?
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On Outty we rank every Belfast experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include A History of Terror - Belfast City Centre Walking Tour, Belfast Troubles Tour: Walls and Bridges, Giants Causeway and Castles from Belfast: Guided Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Belfast?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Belfast?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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