BELFAST DISTILLERY FIELD GUIDE
From Prison Walls to Copper Stills: A Private Day Through Belfast’s Titanic Quarter and Whiskey Revival
A 10-hour private tour from Dublin that pairs Belfast’s signature city sights with a guided tasting at the reborn McConnell’s Distillery.
From Prison Walls to Copper Stills: A Private Day Through Belfast’s Titanic Quarter and Whiskey Revival.
Embark on a curated, private day trip from Dublin into the heart of Belfast: a compact city sweep that threads Queen’s University, the Cathedral Quarter, City Hall, the Peace Wall and political murals of West Belfast, and the Titanic Quarter before closing at McConnell’s Distillery for an up-close look at restored Irish whisky traditions and a guided tasting.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Belfast’s landmark circuit
A private driver-guide delivers a concise run through Belfast’s essentials: university facades, the Cathedral Quarter, City Hall, the Peace Wall and the politically charged murals that map West Belfast’s history.
Titanic Quarter & maritime memory
The itinerary reaches the Titanic Quarter where you can choose free time to explore the Titanic Visitor Centre and surrounding shipbuilding heritage at your own pace.
McConnell’s Distillery in a former gaol
Set inside a restored jail, McConnell’s celebrates a 150‑year legacy: visitors watch the triple‑distillation process, learn about the brand’s revival and sample a welcome drink plus McConnell’s 5 Year, a Sherry Cask expression and new make straight from the stills.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
You’ll be collected from Dublin in a private luxury vehicle shortly after breakfast and driven north. The day moves at an urban pace—sightseeing stops guided by a single driver-host, an afternoon of independent exploration in Belfast, then an immersive distillery visit and tasting at McConnell’s before returning to Dublin in time for evening plans.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this private day tour suits (and who it excludes).
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
This is a full-day private tour lasting approximately 10 hours, with pick up and drop off times spanning morning to early evening.
Pickup is available from addresses and hotels within Dublin, including airports and Airbnb properties; the operator collects guests in a private luxury vehicle.
Private transport and driver-guide services, guided sightseeing in Belfast, a distillery tour and whisky tasting featuring a welcome drink, McConnell’s 5 Year, a Sherry Cask sample and new make spirit.
This experience is offered as a private tour and transportation package, priced from €115 per person.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The tour runs approximately 10 hours from pickup to drop-off.
Where does the tour start and finish?
Pickup and drop-off are provided at locations and hotels within Dublin, including airports and Airbnb addresses.
Is there an age requirement?
Yes. Participants must be aged 18 or over.
What happens at McConnell’s Distillery?
The visit includes a tour of McConnell’s Distillery in a former jail, information on the brand’s restoration, observation of the triple-distillation process and a tasting of McConnell’s expressions including a welcome drink, McConnell’s 5 Year, a Sherry Cask and new make.
Can the route or sites visited change?
Yes. Depending on availability, the operator may need to alter the route or the specific sites visited.
Who operates this tour?
The tour is operated by Ireland Whiskey Tours.