How long is the Edinburgh Gin tour?

The Classic Tour & Tasting takes about 75 minutes. The gin-making experience takes longer; check the booking page for its current length.

How much is the Edinburgh Gin tour?

Prices could not be checked on the official site in September 2026. See edinburghgin.com for current prices for the Classic Tour and the gin-making experience.

Where is Edinburgh Gin?

Arch 16, The Arches, East Market Street, Edinburgh EH8 8FS, a few minutes' walk from Waverley station.

Can children visit Edinburgh Gin?

No. The Classic Tour is for over-18s only.

Is Edinburgh Gin worth visiting?

If you are staying in central Edinburgh and want a gin tour, yes: it is a short walk from Waverley and needs no car. Check current prices first.

Can you get there without a car?

Yes. It is a few minutes' walk from Waverley station, so no car is needed.

Visit guide

Edinburgh Gin

Gin in Edinburgh (The Arches), Edinburgh & the Lothians

Is it worth visiting?

Suits visitors staying in central Edinburgh who want a gin tour without travelling out of the city: the distillery is a few minutes' walk from Waverley station. Choose the Classic Tour for a short tour and tasting, or the gin-making experience if you want to make your own gin. Families should skip it, as the Classic Tour is 18+. Check current prices on the booking page before judging value.

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Tours and prices

Classic Tour & Tasting
Guided tour and a tasting of the gin range. 18+; book in advance.
See booking pageAbout 75 min
Gin Making Experience
Make your own gin. Check the booking page for what is included.
See booking pageSee booking page

Book on the official website

Tours checked in September 2026, but some prices could not be confirmed on the official site. Confirm before booking.

Why visit

City-centre address at The Arches, East Market Street, a few minutes' walk from Waverley station
Two formats: a Classic Tour & Tasting, or a hands-on gin-making experience
Easy to fit into a day in the Old Town without a car

Before you go

The Classic Tour is 18+ only, so it does not suit families
Prices and opening hours could not be checked on the official site in September 2026; confirm them on the booking page

Planning the visit

Booking: Book at edinburghgin.com (also on Viator and GetYourGuide). The Classic Tour is 18+ and must be booked in advance.
Opening: Check edinburghgin.com for current opening hours and tour times.
Getting there: Arch 16, The Arches, East Market Street, EH8 8FS, in the city centre a few minutes' walk from Waverley station and the Royal Mile. No car needed.
Nearest station: Edinburgh Waverley (a few minutes' walk)

Nearby distilleries

The Scotch Whisky ExperienceEdinburgh, 1 km
Johnnie Walker Princes StreetEdinburgh (Princes Street), 1 km
Holyrood DistilleryEdinburgh, 1 km
The Port of Leith DistilleryLeith, 4 km
Glenkinchie DistilleryPencaitland, 20 km
Rosebank DistilleryFalkirk, 39 km

Straight-line distances.

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