Johnnie Walker
Johnnie Walker Experience & Visitor Centre
Located on Princes Street in the heart of Edinburgh, the Johnnie Walker Experience is a modern, multi-sensory whisky attraction dedicated to one of the world’s most famous Scotch whisky brands.
Opened in 2021, the experience invites visitors to explore the story of Johnnie Walker through an immersive, flavour-led journey that blends storytelling, tasting and interactive technology. During the 90-minute experience, guests discover the heritage behind the iconic blends while enjoying a personalised whisky tasting tailored to their flavour preferences.
Visitors can also relax at the rooftop bar with views of Edinburgh Castle or browse the retail store for exclusive bottles and gifts.
Explore Tours & Events
The Johnnie Walker Experience offers a range of immersive whisky experiences designed for both enthusiasts and newcomers. Visitors can enjoy the signature flavour-journey tour, guided tastings of Johnnie Walker blends, and premium whisky experiences in dedicated tasting rooms. Cocktail-focused sessions and rooftop bar experiences add another dimension to the visit.
Due to its popularity and city-centre location, advance booking is strongly recommended.
Plan your visit
Everything you need to know to enjoy a great experience
Find all the information you need to book, plan and enjoy The Johnnie Walker Experience. Advanced booking is highly recommended to avoid disappointment.
Address: The Johnnie Walker Experience, 145 Princes Street, Edinburgh EH2 4BL, UK
We recommend visiting Traveline Scotland to plan your route and to stay up to date on transport options.
Read more at https://travelinescotland.com/
Opening hours vary by department & over the festive season. Please visit www.johnniewalkerexperience.com more information.
At Johnnie Walker, we understand the need to protect and restore the planet’s resources. If 200+ years of perfecting our craft has taught us anything, it’s the vital role that balance plays. We understand how essential the harmonious interplay between wood, water, earth and living creatures is to the world around us. That’s why we’re committed to reducing our footprint ‘from grain to glass’.
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.
Assistance dogs are permitted in the distillery and on tours. All other dogs are not, but well-behaved dogs are welcome in our shops and bars. Review our dog-friendly policy here.
Awards
World Travel Awards – World’s Leading Spirit Tourism Experience (2023, 2024, 2025)
World Travel Awards – Europe’s Leading Spirit Tourism Experience (2023, 2024, 2025)
Icons of Whisky Scotland – Visitor Attraction of the Year (2023)
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Johnnie Walker Experience FAQs
The Johnnie Walker Experience is located at 145 Princes Street in central Edinburgh, Scotland. It sits within walking distance of Edinburgh Waverley Station and close to many of the city’s most popular attractions.
Yes. Visitors can book immersive tours, guided whisky tastings and premium whisky experiences throughout the day.
Advance booking is strongly recommended due to the popularity of the experience and limited tour capacity.
Visitors may be able to access the retail store or rooftop bar without booking a tour, subject to availability, although booking an experience provides the full visit.
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