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Visit the Talisker Distillery
Nestled by the sea on the shores of Loch Harport, with the stunning Cuillin Hills as a backdrop, Talisker Distillery stands proudly. It's a place steeped in legend and rich with folk tales passed down through the ages. Discover the history, mystery, and magic of the distillery and its whisky through a range of tours, experiences, and guided tastings.
If you are unable to find a suitable booking time, then please do still visit our retail store and Campfire Bar where you will receive a warm welcome. Sample a dram or carefully-curated cocktail, whilst you browse our selection of Scottish apparel and gifts.
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All the information you need to enjoy your trip to Talisker
Find all the information you need to book, plan and enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime Talisker experience. Advanced booking is highly recommended to avoid disappointment.
Address: Talisker Distillery, Carbost, Isle of Sky, IV47 8SR, UK.
Talisker distillery is located on the Isle of Skye, approximately 3 hours drive west of Inverness. The rural single track roads on Skye can make driving a little challenging for those not accustomed to it so we would always recommend setting off with plenty of time to spare. Public transport options are limited although there is a bus stop which is served by a local Skye bus route. The bus stop is approximately two minutes walk to the distillery. We would always recommend the use of https://www.travelinescotland.com/ for most up to date information.
We recommend visiting Traveline Scotland to plan your route and to stay up to date on transport options.
Read more at https://travelinescotland.com/
Please note that during winter the distillery may have to close at short notice due to weather conditions. Please check our Google listing for up-to-date information before you visit us.
January – February | Monday – Sunday | 10:00 – 16:00
March – October | Monday – Sunday | 10:00 – 17:00
November – December | Monday – Sunday | 10:00 – 16:00
Explore the flavours of Talisker and discover your perfect serve, whether you’re a whisky dram loyalist, innovative cocktail enthusiast, or aficionado of alcohol-free quenchers.
The bar at Talisker is open 10:00 – 17:00 (last orders 16:30) during the distillery's opening days.
Please note that all under 18s need to be accompanied by an adult.
We’re pleased to have consulted Euan’s Guide to ensure that we provide disabled access information upfront to give all our visitors the confidence to visit our distillery and enjoy the experience. Please do let us know if you have any specific requirements at the time of your booking and a member of staff will be in touch.
Accessible Toilets
Accessible toilets are available within our main Brand Home building. Our facilities include red cords and handrails. Unfortunately, we do not have accessible changing facilities.
Accessible Parking
We have five disabled parking spaces which are directly in front of our main entrance, the closest space is approximately 60 metres from the Brand Home building. There is a route without any steps or obstacles between these spaces and entering the building.
Accessible Areas
The Brand Home building is all on one level, this space includes our bar, retail area and our Made by the Sea and Cask Draw experiences. Our Distillery building which forms part of our Distillery Tour route is on multiple floors, the first floor is accessible via a lift, however our Upper Tun Room and some areas of the Still House are not accessible due to internal staircases in the older part of the building. All wheelchair users are welcome to join us for a tour and your guide will offer an alternative to the elements of the tour which are not accessible.
Telephone | 01478 614308
Email | talisker@malts.com
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The Whisky Gift Card lets your loved ones choose the gift they’d like from our broad range of whiskies and merchandise available at our visitor experiences. Gift cards are available to purchase at the retail area within the distillery.
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