Old Bushmills Distillery Tours

What to Expect

Founded in 1608, Old Bushmills is the world’s oldest licensed whiskey distillery. Guided tours walk visitors through the mashing, fermentation, distillation and maturation processes, finishing with a tasting of Bushmills award-winning single malts and blends. The distillery is a popular stop on any Antrim coast itinerary and is a short drive from the Giant’s Causeway. Tours run Monday to Saturday 10am to 5pm and Sunday 11am to 5pm; advance booking is advised for groups of 12 or more.

Good to Know

• Open year-round; Mon to Sat 10am to 5pm, Sun 11am to 5pm; last tour times vary - check ahead

• 2 Distillery Road, Bushmills, Co. Antrim

• Tours from GBP 20 per adult; group bookings (12+) require advance deposit

• Contact: distillery.tours@bushmills.com or +44 (0)28 2073 3218

• The Bushmills Salmon & Whiskey Festival takes place 3 to 5 October 2026 in Bushmills village

Getting There

Bushmills village is on the B17 Causeway Coast road, approximately 3km from the Giant’s Causeway Visitor Centre. Translink Causeway Rambler bus connects Bushmills to Portrush, Ballycastle and the Causeway.